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IA SF562: A bill for an act relating to utilization review organizations, prior authorizations and exemptions, medical billing, and independent review organizations.

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Last verified Oct 18, 2026 · official bill text

SF562 · where it stands

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  1. Introduced In committee
  2. Passed first chamber
  3. Passed both chambers
  4. Enacted
  5. Effective
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A bill for an act relating to utilization review organizations, prior authorizations and exemptions, medical billing, and independent review organizations.

In one paragraph

The bill addresses utilization review organizations, prior authorizations, and medical billing practices in Iowa.

Plain-English summary, written with AI assistance. The official text controls.

What it means for business

If you operate in healthcare, review SF562 for potential changes in utilization review processes.

What this means

SF562, introduced in Iowa, addresses procedures for utilization review organizations, criteria for prior authorizations, and standards for medical billing and independent review organizations.

Key provisions

  1. Procedures for utilization review organizations are addressed.
  2. Criteria for prior authorizations are established.
  3. Standards for medical billing and independent review organizations are set.

Compliance checklist

  • Ensure AI systems used for utilization review comply with defined criteria. Who: Health carriers Deadline: Ongoing Penalty: Potential fines or sanctions from the insurance division.
  • Respond to prior authorization requests within specified timeframes. Who: Utilization review organizations Deadline: Within 48 hours for urgent, 10 days for non-urgent requests. Penalty: Complaints may be filed with the insurance division.
  • Publish annual statistics on prior authorization approvals and denials. Who: Health carriers Deadline: By March 31 each year. Penalty: Non-compliance may lead to regulatory scrutiny.

Latest legislative action

Mar 11, 2025. Subcommittee: Driscoll, Petersen, and Warme.

Full analysis

Senate File 562, introduced in Iowa, addresses procedures for utilization review organizations, criteria for prior authorizations, and standards for medical billing and independent review organizations. Specific mandates, timelines, transparency measures, and qualifications are to be confirmed upon review of the full bill text.

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Affected industries

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