- (1) OAR 409-070-0000 through OAR 409-070-0085 are adopted pursuant to authority in ORS 415.501. OAR 409-070-0000 through OAR 409-070-0085 govern the procedure for filing notices of material change transactions and the criteria and procedure for review of material change transactions.
(2) Pursuant to ORS 415.501(1), the purpose of these rules is to promote the public interest and to advance the goals of the Authority and the Oregon Integrated and Coordinated Care Delivery System described in ORS 414.018 and ORS 414.570.
(3) The Authority and the Department must aim to achieve the following goals when reviewing proposed material change transactions:
(a) Improving health, increasing the quality, reliability, availability and continuity of care and reducing the cost of care for people living in Oregon.
(b) Achieving health equity and equitable access to care.
(c) A process that is transparent, robust and informed by the public, including the local community, through meaningful engagement.
(d) Using resources wisely and in collaboration with the Department when applicable.
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 415.501
Statutes/Other Implemented
ORS 413.181 & 415.500 - 415.900
History
OHP 4-2026, amend filed 06/29/2026, effective 07/01/2026
OHP 6-2024, amend filed 12/13/2024, effective 12/16/2024
OHP 1-2022, adopt filed 02/22/2022, effective 03/01/2022