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RI H8053
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Matthew Dawson
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AI Summary
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Establishes that the "fair and reasonable charge" for medical, hospital, therapeutic, and other healthcare services in civil injury and wrongful death cases shall be the full amount billed by the licensed healthcare provider
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Applies to all civil actions in any court, agency, arbitration forum, or tribunal, including medical, dental, and professional malpractice cases
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Makes inadmissible as evidence any reduced amounts actually paid by health insurers, disability insurers, state/federal health programs, medical payments insurance, personal injury protection, or workers' compensation
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Prevents introduction of evidence showing a healthcare provider accepted a lower payment in full satisfaction of the billed amount
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Provides that for purposes of all civil actions, the fair and reasonable charge for certain medical and dental services is the amount billed by the licensed healthcare provider.
Courts And Civil Procedure
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/10/2026