SR108 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rodger SmithermanSenator

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Jefferson County Commission, urged to contract with private physicians in the county to create an appropriate primary care network

Summary

This Senate resolution urges Jefferson County to contract with private physicians to build a primary care network for indigent residents and establish a reimbursement system for their care.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the resolution asks the Jefferson County Commission to work with local private doctors to create a primary care network for indigent residents. It also calls for setting up a fair reimbursement process for physicians and hospitals that currently provide care without payment. The measure notes past funding and the hospital closure as context for needing county action.

Who It Affects

• Indigent residents of Jefferson County who need ongoing primary care and could benefit from a coordinated network and clearer access to care and payments to providers
• Private physicians and hospitals in Jefferson County that would participate in the network and receive reimbursement for care provided to indigent residents

Key Provisions

• Urges the Jefferson County Commission to contract with private physicians in the county to create an appropriate primary care network to provide health care to indigent residents.
• Establishes an appropriate reimbursement process for all physicians and hospitals in Jefferson County that are currently providing health care to the county's indigent residents.
• Requires a copy of the resolution to be provided to each member of the Jefferson County Commission.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative