Rhode Island H7171 prohibits healthcare providers from requiring patients to provide electronic payment information as a condition for treatment.
Rhode Island H7171 prohibits healthcare providers from requiring patients to provide electronic payment information, such as bank account details or credit/debit card numbers, as a condition for receiving treatment. This act classifies violations as deceptive trade practices under state law. It does not affect a patient's obligation to pay for healthcare services but ensures that providers cannot mandate electronic payment information storage. The act takes effect upon passage.
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