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ID H0501

ID H0501
Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding medical liens, to update a provision regarding perfection of such liens, and to provide that liens shall relate to the charges for services or treatments provided.


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Introduced
02/08/2024
In Committee
03/19/2024
Crossed Over
03/01/2024
Passed
03/27/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/29/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RELATING TO MEDICAL LIENS; AMENDING SECTION 45-702, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING THE FILING OF CERTAIN HOSPITAL LIENS; AMENDING SECTION 45-704A, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING CERTAIN LIENS FOR NURSING CARE; AMENDING SECTION 45-704B, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING CERTAIN LIENS FOR MEDICAL CARE; AMENDING SECTION 48-303, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE APPLICATION OF THE IDAHO PATIENT ACT TO CERTAIN LIENS AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; PROVIDING AP- PLICABILITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing Idaho law to revise provisions regarding medical liens. It updates the timeline and requirements for hospitals, nursing homes, and medical providers to file liens to secure payment for services provided to injured patients. The bill also clarifies that medical liens are not considered "extraordinary collection actions" under the Idaho Patient Act, which regulates how healthcare providers can pursue patient debts. The bill aims to provide more clarity and consistency around the process for establishing and enforcing medical liens in Idaho.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (2)

Other Sponsors (1)

Business Committee (House)

Last Action

Reported Signed by Governor on March 28, 2024 Session Law Chapter 236 Effective: 03/28/2024 (on 03/29/2024)

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