SB 480 (2026)
Do not require prior authorization for physical or occupational therapy
This bill did not become law.
Prohibits health insurers from requiring prior authorization for the first 12 visits of physical or occupational therapy. Insurers could still deny claims if treatment is not medically necessary.
The Senate amended the bill. Their version of the bill prohibits health insurers from requiring prior authorization for the first physical or occupational therapy visit in any new episode of care, and mandates approval of at least 8 medically necessary treatments after the initial evaluation before further review. Insurers could still deny claims if treatment is not medically necessary.
The Senate added the substance of this bill to HB 1323.
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