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HB 3348

Relating to the creation and operations of a health care provider participation program in certain counties.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Tan Parker and 5 co-sponsors

Texas HB 3348 creates health care provider participation programs in select counties to coordinate care delivery and payment models, effective immediately upon gubernatorial signature.

Effective immediately
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Bill Summary · HB 3348

Legislative bill overview

HB 3348 creates a health care provider participation program in certain Texas counties, establishing a framework for health care providers to participate in coordinated care delivery or payment models. The bill became effective immediately upon the Governor's signature on June 20, 2025, and applies to designated counties within the state.

Why is this important

This legislation enables counties to organize health care providers into participation programs, potentially improving care coordination and addressing provider workforce or access issues in specific regions. The immediate effective date suggests the state considers this implementation time-sensitive, likely to address existing health care delivery challenges in targeted areas.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and participation requirements – Clarity on whether provider participation is voluntary or mandatory, and what compliance obligations participation entails
  • County selection criteria – How "certain counties" are designated and whether the process is transparent or politically influenced
  • Regulatory authority and oversight – Questions about which state agency oversees the program and what enforcement mechanisms exist for program violations
  • Provider liability and protections – Uncertainty about legal protections for participating providers and potential antitrust considerations in coordinated provider networks

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

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