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CT SB00687

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/23/2015

Primary Sponsor

Edward Kennedy

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Origin

Senate

2015 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Title 19 of the general statutes to require health care providers to provide cost information to patients for routine services
  • Mandates providers post standard and customary prices for office visits, diagnostic tests, and common medical procedures
  • Enables health care insurance policyholders to better manage expenses and make informed decisions about their care
  • Allows patients to compare prices and calculate their total copay, deductible, and other financial costs in advance
  • Referred to the Committee on Public Health; introduced by Senators Kennedy (12th District) and Kelly (21st District)

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Notice To Patients Of Costs For Routine Health Services.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/11

3/4/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Health1/23/2015

Full Bill Text

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