HR 8311
Medical Debt Cancellation Act
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The Medical Debt Cancellation Act aims to eliminate existing medical debt owed by patients to hospitals in the United States. It proposes a grant program for hospitals to cancel eligible debt, prioritizing those serving vulnerable populations and providing emergency care. The bill also includes provisions to improve billing practices, expand access to financial assistance, and protect consumers from unfair debt collection practices. It seeks to establish a system for comprehensive medical debt cancellation and promote transparency in healthcare billing.
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