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Navigating New Paths in Healthcare: Understanding Kentucky’s ‘Any Willing Provider’ Statutes
In an ambitious move to reshape healthcare access, Kentucky has enacted the ‘Any Willing Provider’ (AWP) statutes, challenging the traditional exclusivity of health maintenance organizations (HMOs) and their provider networks. At the heart of these statutes lies a simple yet powerful principle: preventing discrimination against healthcare providers ready to adhere to an insurer’s terms and…
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Financial Benefits of Doulas for Hospitals with Capitated Contracts
Doulas, with their specialized training in providing emotional, physical, and educational support during childbirth, are becoming increasingly integral in modern maternity care. For hospitals navigating the intricacies of capitated contracts—where fixed payments are made irrespective of services rendered—the role of a doula presents a compelling financial argument. Evidence suggests that doula-assisted births may lead to…
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35 States with Any Willing Provider laws
As a provider, if your request to join a payer network in the following markets has been denied, you might have some recourse for appeals.