CT SB00299

Nursing homes must disclose in writing to prospective patients a complete list of all additional costs that may be incurred and display copies in conspicuous locations.

Nursing homes are prohibited from enforcing surety contracts or admissions agreements with third-party guarantors unless the guarantor or their spouse, child, or grandchild received property from the applicant for less than fair market value, or the applicant fails to return a completed Title XIX benefits application.

Any enforceable surety contract must contain a notice in at least 10-point boldface type, in plain language and the recipient's primary language when possible, stating that state and federal law prohibit nursing homes from requiring third-party personal guarantees as a condition of admission and advising applicants to seek professional assistance for Title XIX applications.

Nursing homes may prepare and submit Title XIX benefit applications on behalf of residents or applicants with written authorization from the person or their authorized representative.

Voluntary surety contracts remain permitted and are not prohibited by this act; the law becomes effective October 1, 2011.