Delaware SB13 amends hospital charity care and financial assistance policies, including notice requirements, application processes, and eligibility.

Delaware SB13 amends Title 6 and Title 16 of the Delaware Code to enhance hospital charity care and financial assistance policies. The bill mandates that hospitals post notices of financial assistance availability in multiple languages and provide staff assistance for application completion. It requires hospitals to offer financial assistance screening and applications to uninsured patients, self-payers, and those with balances over $500.

Delaware SB13 amends hospital charity care and financial assistance policies, including notice requirements, application processes, and eligibility.

Delaware SB13 amends Title 6 and Title 16 of the Delaware Code to enhance hospital charity care and financial assistance policies. The bill mandates that hospitals post notices of financial assistance availability in multiple languages and provide staff assistance for application completion. It requires hospitals to offer financial assistance screening and applications to uninsured patients, self-payers, and those with balances over $500.