Bill > S1808

This bill requires health care facilities and practitioners to promptly refund patient overpayments within 30 days of determining an excess payment was made. The term "tenders charges for reimbursement" is defined as filing a claim with a government program, private health insurer, or health maintenance organization for services rendered. If a health care facility licensee fails to refund an overpayment, they can be subject to administrative fines under section 408.813, while health care practitioners who do not refund overpayments can face disciplinary actions under section 456.072. The bill specifically excludes overpayments already covered by existing statutes (sections 627.6131 and 641.3155), and applies to the licensee, billing departments, management companies, and group practices that accept payment for medical services. The provisions aim to protect patients from being overcharged and ensure timely refunds of excess payments, with the new regulations set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Budget and Finance

Health Policy (Senate), Rules (Senate)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/1808