House Passes Bill to Modernize Health Care Communications

DENVER, CO – The House today passed SB25-010 to modernize health care communications. SB25-010 passed the House by a vote of 64-0.

“Many consumers prefer electronic communications from banks and utility companies, why not make it more widespread for health insurance communications,” said Rep. Kyle Brown, D-Louisville. “With this bill, we’re helping provide timely health insurance information to patients, while keeping their personal data safe and protected. Our goal is to reduce administrative costs and improve Coloradan’s access to their health care information.” 

SB25-010 would allow consumers to opt in to receive and respond to electronic communications from health insurance providers. Additionally, the bill would allow employers providing insurance coverage to opt their employees in to receive electronic communications, in which case employees would be given an opportunity to opt out.

Under the bill, carriers would still be required to send paper communications to any individuals that do not have access to the internet, and consumers could elect to receive paper communications.