On Apr. 7, WAS LEG enacted bill on health care prior authorization API.
WAS LEG enacted bill HB 1706 on aligning implementation of application programming interfaces (APIs) for health care services prior authorization with federal guidelines.
Document dated Apr. 7, 2025, was received on May 16, 2025, due to a fixed feed.
Legislative Provisions
Technical requirements for prior authorization APIs are replaced with requirement that a carrier, health plan, managed care organization APIs that align with CMS final rules.
Requirements for APIs that automate process for in-network providers to check prior authorization is required for covered prescription are applied to electronic processes.
State requirements regarding prior authorization APIs are enforceable Jan. 1, 2027.
Legislative History
On Jan. 29, 2025, bill introduced into House; on Mar. 4, 2025, bill passed House.
On Mar. 6, 2025, bill introduced into Senate; on Mar. 26, 2025, bill passed Senate.
On Apr. 2, 2025, delivered to governor; on Apr. 7, 2025, signed by governor, Ch. 25.
