Montana SB448 revises laws related to payments made by health carriers, including prompt payment requirements and clean claim procedures.

Montana SB448 generally revises laws related to payments made by health carriers. It mandates prompt payment of claims submitted by health care providers for services and supplies furnished to enrollees of health benefits plans. Clean claims must be paid within 14 days if submitted electronically and 30 days if submitted otherwise. The bill defines "clean claim" as one with no defects or improprieties. Health carriers must notify providers of any deficiencies in claims within 10 days of receiving them. Failure to pay clean claims on time results in interest payments.

Montana SB448 revises laws related to payments made by health carriers, including prompt payment requirements and clean claim procedures.

Montana SB448 generally revises laws related to payments made by health carriers. It mandates prompt payment of claims submitted by health care providers for services and supplies furnished to enrollees of health benefits plans. Clean claims must be paid within 14 days if submitted electronically and 30 days if submitted otherwise. The bill defines "clean claim" as one with no defects or improprieties. Health carriers must notify providers of any deficiencies in claims within 10 days of receiving them. Failure to pay clean claims on time results in interest payments.