SB 6493-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

     Declares an intent to put safeguards in place to prevent unforseen consequences in the health care delivery system.

     Precludes negative effects on the quality of patient care.

     Prohibits reducing the options open to patients to receive the kind of care they want.

     Provides patients the information that is necessary for an informed choice.  

     Promotes competition in the delivery system.