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MD HB1148
MD HB1148Health Care Facilities – Notice to Consumers – Out–of–Network Status (Health Care Provider Out–of–Network Information Act)
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Introduced
02/07/2024
02/07/2024
In Committee
02/07/2024
02/07/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring out-of-network health care facilities to provide certain information to a consumer and obtain certain consent before providing a health care service; requiring that certain out-of-network status information be provided in a certain consent form; prohibiting an out-of-network health care facility from charging, billing, or attempting to collect an amount in excess of the consumer's in-network cost unless the consumer is provided certain notice and provided consent; and making a violation of the Act an unfair trade practice.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Health Care Provider Out-of-Network Information Act", requires out-of-network health care facilities to provide certain information to consumers and obtain their consent before providing a health care service. The bill prohibits these facilities from charging consumers more than their in-network cost share unless the required notice and consent are provided. Violations of the Act are considered unfair or deceptive trade practices, subject to enforcement and penalties under the state's Commercial Law Article. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
Withdrawn by Sponsor (on 03/11/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1148?ys=2024RS |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/votes_comm/hb1148_hgo.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/hb/hb1148f.pdf |
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