06-01-16 – Network Adequacy Advisory Council
You may recall from our reports about NVOS’ work with the Division of Insurance on the regulation on network adequacy that the Commissioner formed a new advisory council to assist DOI in reviewing standards to determine the adequacy of a network plan.
The following persons have been named to the Network Adequacy Advisory Council; note that Dr. Barron was nominated by the Nevada State Medical Association and will represent NSMA’s perspectives on the topic.
Insurance:
Jack Kim – United Healthcare
Todd Lefkowitz – DaVita Healthcare Partners
Pete Sabal – Anthem BCBS
Healthcare Providers:
Howard Barron, MD – Pediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition Associates
Nancy Hook – NV Primary Care Association
Bill Welch – NV Hospital Association
Consumers:
Tracey Green, MD – UNLV School of Medicine
John Packham, PhD – UNR School of Medicine
Trevor Rice –