Section 40-22a17 - [Effective 1/1/2028] [Prior authorization application programming interface](a) Each utilization review entity, certified pursuant to K.S.A. 40-22a04, and amendments thereto, shall implement and maintain a prior authorization application programming interface, pursuant to 45 C.F.R. 156.223 (b), as in effect on January 1, 2028.(b) Nothing in this section shall be construed to apply to a prior authorization request for coverage of drugs.(c) As used in this section, "drug" means the same as defined in 45 C.F.R. 156.221 (b)(1)(v), as in effect on January 1, 2028.(d) This section shall be a part of and supplemental to the utilization review organization act.(e) This section shall be effective on January 1, 2028.Added by L. 2024, ch. 70,§ 1, eff. 7/1/2024.