Illinois HB4461 prohibits hospitals from filing liens on patients' primary residences for unpaid medical debt.
HB4461 amends the Fair Patient Billing Act to prevent hospitals from filing liens on patients' primary residences or other real property for unpaid medical debt. The bill outlines conditions for pursuing collection actions against uninsured patients, including offering financial assistance and payment plans. It also mandates that hospitals offer charity care information to uninsured patients, regardless of their immigration status or residency. The provisions take effect on January 1, 2027.
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