Kentucky HB59 amends health care billing practices, requiring itemized statements for health care services and imposing penalties for non-compliance.
Kentucky HB59 revises health care billing practices by mandating that health facilities and providers furnish itemized statements to patients or their representatives upon request. These statements must detail each service and supply, including dates, total payments, and explanations. The bill also prohibits charging for the preparation of these statements. Non-compliance can result in fines and penalties. Additionally, the bill establishes the Kentucky Cancer Registry to collect and analyze cancer data, aiming to improve cancer prevention and care in the state.
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