Vermont H0848 aims to prevent hospitals and hospital networks from charging facility fees for outpatient services and telehealth.

Vermont H0848 seeks to limit facility fees for certain outpatient services and telehealth. The bill prohibits hospitals and hospital networks from charging these fees for outpatient services using specific codes and for telehealth services. It also mandates that hospitals provide written notice to patients about any applicable facility fees before delivering services. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Vermont H0848 aims to prevent hospitals and hospital networks from charging facility fees for outpatient services and telehealth.

Vermont H0848 seeks to limit facility fees for certain outpatient services and telehealth. The bill prohibits hospitals and hospital networks from charging these fees for outpatient services using specific codes and for telehealth services. It also mandates that hospitals provide written notice to patients about any applicable facility fees before delivering services. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.