Section 3902.53 | Out-of-network care rules, prompt pay requirements, violations.
(A)(1) Except as provided in division (A)(2) of this section, sections 3901.38 to 3901.3814 of the Revised Code shall not apply with respect to a claim during a period of negotiation under section 3902.51 of the Revised Code or a period of arbitration under section 3902.52 of the Revised Code. Sections 3901.38 to 3901.3814 of the Revised Code shall apply upon the completion of a successful negotiation or upon the rendering of an arbitration decision.
(2) The superintendent of insurance may adopt rules pursuant to division (D) of section 3902.54 of the Revised Code specifying situations in which sections 3901.38 to 3901.3814 of the Revised Code apply during periods of negotiation under section 3902.51 of the Revised Code.
(B) A pattern of continuous or repeated violations of section 3902.51 or 3902.52 of the Revised Code by a health plan issuer is an unfair and deceptive act or practice in the business of insurance under sections 3901.19 to 3901.26 of the Revised Code.
(C) A provider who violates section 3902.51 or 3902.52 of the Revised Code shall be subject to professional discipline under Title XLVII of the Revised Code as applicable.
Available Versions of this Section
- April 12, 2021 – Enacted by House Bill 388 - 133rd General Assembly [ View April 12, 2021 Version ]