With respect to health insurance as defined in § 42-14-5, the health insurance commissioner shall discharge the powers and duties of office to: (1) Guard the solvency of health insurers; (2) Protect the interests of consumers; (3) Encourage fair treatment of healthcare providers; (4) Encourage policies and developments that improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare service delivery and outcomes; and (5) View the healthcare system as a comprehensive entity and encourage and direct insurers towards policies that advance the welfare of the public through overall efficiency, improved healthcare quality, and appropriate access.
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