The Senate tabled the amendment 64-36. All of these provisions would pertain to juvenile and adult facilities. The amendment was unanimously approved. Also during debate of the Commerce, Justice, State and the Judiciary Appropriations bill, the Senate approved two measures intended to protect minors for indecent materials on the Internet. No guaranteed access to pediatric specialists.
Patients have the right to challenge the denial of medical services by appeal.
Appeals are restricted to questions of medical necessity or whether a treatment is experimental or not. YES HMO's would have to pay for emergency care in any situation where a prudent lay person would regard as an emergency. No coverage by an non-network providers. HMO's would not be able to interfere with doctors' ability to tell patients about treatment option. Patients may see an outside specialist at no cost whenever a specialist in their plan can't meet their needs.