S 4745
Stop COVID–19 Test Surprise Medical Bills Act of 2020
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This bill, the Stop COVID-19 Test Surprise Medical Bills Act of 2020, aims to protect patients from unexpected medical bills related to COVID-19 testing. It clarifies that health plans cannot investigate the reasons behind a patient's test or delay access to testing while encouraging patients to utilize lower-priced providers. The bill also requires the Department of Health and Human Services to gather and report on the prices providers charge for COVID-19 tests and to issue guidance on how claims should be processed to prevent cost-sharing or prior authorization requirements.
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