NC S160

Creates new authority for the North Carolina State Health Plan to attach and garnish intangible property (bank deposits, wages, salaries) from former employees who owe overpayments, erroneous payments, or unpaid premiums, effective October 1, 2021.

Requires the Plan to provide 30 calendar days' written notice before garnishment, allowing individuals to repay in full or establish a Plan-approved payment plan.

Limits wage and salary garnishment to no more than 10 percent of an individual's income, but exempts federal, state, and political subdivision employees from this limitation.

Prohibits Claims Processors from forgiving or writing off any overpayments or erroneous payments owed to the Plan, and requires recovery of amounts within one year through offsets of future claims payments or direct repayment.

Permits the Plan to pursue alternative judicial remedies including judgments and liens against real property for debt collection.