Joint negotiations bill update

     House Bill 325, which would allow health-care providers to jointly negotiate with health plans and third-parties over provider contracts is currently hearing testimony.  The House Insurance Committee heard testimony from the bill's sponsor, Rep. James Trakas (R-Independence).  Rep. Trakas stated that the bill would serve consumers by allowing negotiations over health-care coverage to be conducted by experts in medical care rather than allowing health insurers to dictate what coverage is included in an insurance contract.   The House Insurance Committee is due to meet again during January, and the AMC/NOMA will be testifying on the bill.