New York S08039 prohibits hospitals, health systems, and health care providers from charging facility fees not covered by a patient's health.

New York S08039, also known as the "Lower Hospital Bills Act," amends the public health law to prohibit hospitals, health systems, and health care providers from charging facility fees not covered by a patient's health insurance. If a health care provider enters into a business relationship with a hospital or health system that will result in facility fees, the provider must notify patients at least seven days in advance. The notice must explain the fee amount, purpose, and whether the insurance plan will cover it.

New York S08039 prohibits hospitals, health systems, and health care providers from charging facility fees not covered by a patient's health.

New York S08039, also known as the "Lower Hospital Bills Act," amends the public health law to prohibit hospitals, health systems, and health care providers from charging facility fees not covered by a patient's health insurance. If a health care provider enters into a business relationship with a hospital or health system that will result in facility fees, the provider must notify patients at least seven days in advance. The notice must explain the fee amount, purpose, and whether the insurance plan will cover it.