Florida H4041 regulates compensation for health care services for inmates in Indian River County, setting limits based on Medicare rates.

Florida H4041 establishes compensation limits for health care services provided to inmates in Indian River County. It defines terms such as "health care provider" and "emergency medical transportation services." Compensation for medical services for inmates cannot exceed 110 percent of the Medicare allowable rate if the provider lacks a contract with the county. For trauma center services, compensation must be 175 percent of the Medicare rate if no contract exists. The act does not apply to services provided at a county-operated hospital. It takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

Florida H4041 regulates compensation for health care services for inmates in Indian River County, setting limits based on Medicare rates.

Florida H4041 establishes compensation limits for health care services provided to inmates in Indian River County. It defines terms such as "health care provider" and "emergency medical transportation services." Compensation for medical services for inmates cannot exceed 110 percent of the Medicare allowable rate if the provider lacks a contract with the county. For trauma center services, compensation must be 175 percent of the Medicare rate if no contract exists. The act does not apply to services provided at a county-operated hospital. It takes effect immediately upon becoming law.