§ 23-17.12-1 - Purpose of chapter.
SECTION 23-17.12-1
§ 23-17.12-1 Purpose of chapter. –The purpose of the chapter is to:
(1) Promote the delivery of quality health care in a costeffective manner;
(2) Foster greater coordination between health careproviders, patients, payors and utilization review entities;
(3) Protect patients, businesses, and providers by ensuringthat review agents are qualified to perform utilization review activities andto make informed decisions on the appropriateness of medical care; and
(4) Ensure that review agents maintain the confidentiality ofmedical records in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.