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AR HB1964

Bill

Status

Passed

4/17/2019

Primary Sponsor

Justin Gonzales

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Origin

House of Representatives

92nd General Assembly (2019 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Defines "durable medical equipment" as goods qualifying for insurance reimbursement that require a physician or advanced practice registered nurse referral or prescription.

  • Prohibits sellers from representing or advertising that health insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid will cover durable medical equipment costs unless a licensed healthcare provider has made a referral or prescription before a purchase agreement is executed.

  • Voids any agreement containing violations of these restrictions, entitling consumers to full reimbursement with return of equipment at the seller's expense.

  • Requires all durable medical equipment transactions to include a 30-day return policy allowing returns for any reason, with notification permitted in writing or by telephone.

  • Prohibits sellers from denying reimbursement based on non-return of equipment, though consumers must return items within a reasonable timeframe at the seller's expense after notifying of the return.

Legislative Description

To Regulate Durable Medical Equipment Agreements.

Last Action

Notification that HB1964 is now Act 1065

4/17/2019

Committee Referrals

Insurance & Commerce4/4/2019
Insurance and Commerce4/1/2019

Full Bill Text

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