Number: RS20258
Title: PATIENT PROTECTION AND MANDATORY EXTERNAL REVIEW: AMENDING ERISA'S CLAIMS PROCEDURE
Authors: Jon O. Shimabukuro, American Law Division 
Abstract: This report discusses the existing claims procedure required by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), and legislative efforts to amend ERISA to provide for the mandatory external review of denied benefits.
Pages: 6
Date: Updated January 19, 2001