On May 12, 2025, OKL LEG reported bill SB 1019 became law, effective Nov. 1, 2025.
On May 5, OKL LEG issued bill on health insurance; certain coverage.
OKL LEG issued bill SB 1019 on insurance coverage requirements for anesthesia.
Prohibited insurers from imposing time limits on the amount of covered anesthesia services provided during procedures, and from excluding coverage for anesthesia time.
Amendment to add new section under statutes as OKL INS 36:7500, to be codified.
Bill Provisions
New section introduced by bill will clarify anesthesia time, among other things.
In relation to a relevant anesthesia practitioner, sets out duration of coverage.
Bill also sets out anesthesiologists guidance, and clarified meaning of insurer as defined under OKL INS 36:1250.2, and the insurer's practice, policy, and procedure.
As per relevant provision, insurers are restricted from imposing a time limit on the amount of covered anesthesia services during a medical or surgical procedure.
Bill also sets out insurer's obligations on coverage or payment of anesthesia.
Legislative History
On Feb. 3, 2025, bill was introduced in Senate; on Mar. 12, 2025, bill passed Senate.
On Mar. 13, 2025, bill was introduced in House; on May 1, 2025, bill passed House.
On May 5, 2025, bill was delivered to the governor; bill pending governor review.
Effectiveness
If enacted, bill provisions become effective on Nov. 1, 2025.
May 12, 2025 OKL LEG Bill Approval
On May 12, 2025, OKL LEG reported bill SB 1019 became law, effective Nov. 1, 2025.
