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SB 2879

INS-ASSESSMENTS DONE BY APRNS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Javier Cervantes and 4 co-sponsors

SB 2879 permits Illinois Advanced Practice Registered Nurses to perform insurance medical assessments previously requiring physicians, expanding APRN scope of practice.

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Bill Summary · SB 2879

Legislative bill overview

SB 2879 authorizes Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) to conduct insurance assessments that were previously required to be performed by physicians. The bill expands the scope of practice for APRNs in Illinois by permitting them to perform medical evaluations for insurance purposes, including initial assessments and ongoing evaluations.

Why is this important

This bill affects healthcare access and cost by potentially increasing the availability of insurance assessment services while reducing reliance on physician time for routine evaluations. It could improve healthcare efficiency in underserved areas and lower administrative costs for insurers, but also raises questions about consistency in medical standards across different provider types.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice concerns: Medical associations may argue that certain complex insurance assessments require physician-level training and judgment, particularly for high-risk or complicated cases
  • Quality and liability standards: Unclear whether APRNs would face identical liability, documentation, and quality standards as physicians, potentially creating inconsistent assessment protocols
  • Insurance company acceptance: Some insurers may resist accepting APRN assessments due to existing contracts, preferred provider relationships, or concerns about consistency in underwriting decisions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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