Arkansas Code Title 23. Public Utilities and Regulated Industries § 23-79-1703. State Board of Finance--Requirements

(1) The Choosing Wisely initiative;

(2) Emerging therapies; and

(3) Therapeutic alternatives to invasive surgical procedures, such as regenerative injection therapy.

(1) Identify and consider implementation of pilot programs that include stepped therapy or center of excellence approaches, or both, for which evidence demonstrates cost savings to the plan; and

(2) Identify opportunities to stimulate conversations between patients and providers about appropriate and necessary treatment, including treatment recommendations identified by the Choosing Wisely initiative.