Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed the Healthcare Protection Act into law to stop insurance companies from using unfair practices like step therapy and inadequate coverage. The goal is to improve access to necessary healthcare throughout Illinois.
According to Audacy, Governor Pritzker’s new law targets unfair practices by insurance companies. It aims to eliminate step therapy, which forces patients to try cheaper treatments before getting the ones recommended by their doctors. This law also ends the need for pre-approval during mental health emergencies starting January 1, 2025, ensuring quicker access to essential care.
The Healthcare Protection Act is a significant part of Governor Pritzker’s legislative agenda. He is focused on eliminating “junk insurance” plans that don’t offer enough coverage and lack critical protections for people. The Governor wants all insurance plans in Illinois to meet the standards set by the federal Affordable Care Act. According to Governor Pritzker, these changes will give patients and doctors more control over healthcare decisions, aiming to make Illinois’ healthcare system more fair and effective.
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Governor Pritzker’s law has received strong support from healthcare advocates and professionals. The Healthcare Protection Act is designed to improve healthcare access across the state by targeting unfair insurance practices like step therapy and inadequate mental health coverage. The law ensures that all insurance plans meet federal standards, and it will take effect on January 1, 2025. This legislation is part of Governor Pritzker’s effort to provide better healthcare options and ensure fair treatment for all Illinois residents.
