§ 23-99-1206. Freedom of contract

(a) A contracting entity shall not, directly or indirectly, offer or enter into a healthcare contract that:

1. (1) Prohibits a participating healthcare provider from entering into a healthcare contract with another contracting entity; or

2. (2) Prohibits a contracting entity from entering into a healthcare contract with another healthcare provider.

(b)

1. (1) A violation of this section is:

   1. (A) An unfair trade practice under § 23-66-206; and

   2. (B) Subject to the Trade Practices Act, § 23-66-201 et seq.

2. (2) If a healthcare contract contains a provision that violates this section, the healthcare contract is void.