AN ACT CONCERNING CERTIFICATE OF NEED APPLICATIONS FOR SMALL PHYSICIAN-OWNED MEDICAL GROUPS.

SB 1060 simplifies the certificate of need application process for small physician-owned medical groups in Connecticut. Specifically, it applies to groups with fewer than five physicians and less than $2 million in investments, prohibiting third parties from interfering in their applications. The bill amends existing law to remove barriers by blocking external involvement during the application review. This change directly affects small medical practices seeking to expand or establish services without additional regulatory hurdles.