Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H1156 — An Act relative to uncollected co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The bill addresses uncollected medical payments like co-pays and deductibles.

This bill relates to the collection of unpaid co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles owed by patients for medical services. It seeks to clarify the handling of these payments that remain uncollected by healthcare providers.

What this means for you
  • Healthcare: This means healthcare providers may have clearer guidelines on managing unpaid patient fees.

Summary

An Act relative to uncollected co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H1156 do?
An Act relative to uncollected co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles
Who sponsors H1156?
H1156 is sponsored by Carole A. Fiola (Democrat).
What is the current status of H1156?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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