(1) The General Assembly finds that: A physician-patient relationship is paramount and should not be subject to third-party intrusion; and
(2) Prior authorizations can place attempted cost savings ahead of optimal patient care.
(3) The General Assembly intends for this subchapter to: Ensure that prior authorizations do not hinder patient care or intrude on the practice of medicine; and
(4) Guarantee that prior authorizations include the use of written clinical criteria and reviews by appropriate physicians to secure a fair authorization review process for patients.