HB676

Louisiana HB676 creates the crime of fraudulent patient referrals or "body brokering.

Louisiana HB676 creates the crime of fraudulent patient referrals or "body brokering." It prohibits knowingly or intentionally soliciting, offering, paying, or receiving any fee, payment, rebate, or commission for patient referrals to residential substance abuse facilities, mental health facilities, or other therapeutic health settings. The bill defines terms such as "health care provider" and "health care facility." It provides for penalties including imprisonment, fines, and restitution to victims. The law also allows for the suspension or revocation of the offender's license or credentials.