Rhode Island S2688 prohibits healthcare providers from requiring patients to provide electronic payment information as a condition for treatment.

Rhode Island S2688 amends the General Laws to prohibit healthcare providers from requiring patients to provide electronic payment information, such as bank account or credit card numbers, as a condition for receiving treatment. This includes any form of requesting, collecting, or storing such payment-related information. A violation of this prohibition would be considered a deceptive trade practice. The act aims to protect patient privacy and ensure that healthcare access is not contingent on sharing sensitive financial information.

Rhode Island S2688 prohibits healthcare providers from requiring patients to provide electronic payment information as a condition for treatment.

Rhode Island S2688 amends the General Laws to prohibit healthcare providers from requiring patients to provide electronic payment information, such as bank account or credit card numbers, as a condition for receiving treatment. This includes any form of requesting, collecting, or storing such payment-related information. A violation of this prohibition would be considered a deceptive trade practice. The act aims to protect patient privacy and ensure that healthcare access is not contingent on sharing sensitive financial information.