Alaska § 21.86.180 - Examinations.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 21.86.180 — Examinations., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21.86.180. Examinations.
(a) The director shall examine the affairs and transactions of a health maintenance organization in the same manner as prescribed for an insurer in AS 21.06.140 — 21.06.180.
(b) As often as is reasonably necessary for the protection of the interests of the people of the state, but at least once every three years, the director shall require submission of an independent review of the quality of care provided by a health maintenance organization either directly or indirectly through contract, agreement, or other arrangement for provisions of health care services to enrollees of the health maintenance organization. The review required under this subsection shall be done by a review organization approved by the Department of Health and shall be done under regulations adopted by that department. The health maintenance organization shall pay the cost of the review.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 21.86.180
What does Alaska Statutes § 21.86.180 cover?
Section 21.86.180 ("Examinations.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 21.86.180?
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