Clinical Strategy Meeting: A Dive into OHIC Next Generation Affordability Standards and Prior Authorization Committee Work

CTC-RI’s September Clinical Strategy meeting featured two compelling presentations focused on RI Office of the Health Insurance Commissioner (OHIC) Next Generation Affordability Standards and the Prior Authorization Committee work. 

OHIC Next Generation Affordability Standards: The presentation by Cory King, MPP, Acting Health Insurance Commissioner, provided valuable insights into the new standards, shedding light on their implications for healthcare affordability and accessibility in the state.  

Prior Authorization Committee: Dr. Peter Hollman, MD, Chief Medical Officer for Brown Medicine and President of the CTC-RI Board of Directors, presented the vital work of the Prior Authorization Committee. Dr. Hollman shared updates on the committee's ongoing efforts to streamline and improve the prior authorization process, ensuring that patients receive timely and appropriate care.  

The Clinical Strategy meeting underscored the importance of collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to improving healthcare in RI. Watch the recording and claim CME credits here.