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Timely Medical Bills: Ending Delays and Confusion for Patients

New rules aim to ensure patients receive clear lists of medical services and bills within a set timeframe. This protects citizens from unexpected charges and long waits for billing, giving them more time to settle payments.
Key points
Healthcare facilities must provide a list of services rendered within 5 days of discharge.
All adjudicated bills must be sent to the patient within 45 days of discharge.
Patients have at least 30 days to pay a bill from the date of receipt.
Facilities face penalties and must issue refunds with interest for delayed bills or failure to provide service lists.
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Print number: 118_HR_6855
Sponsor: Rep. Gallagher, Mike [R-WI-8]
Process start date: 2023-12-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Timely Bills for Patients Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6855.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Healthcare facilities must provide a list of services rendered within 5 days of discharge.
  • All adjudicated bills must be sent to the patient within 45 days of discharge.
  • Patients have at least 30 days to pay a bill from the date of receipt.
  • Facilities face penalties and must issue refunds with interest for delayed bills or failure to provide service lists.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Gallagher, Mike [R-WI-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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