FACILITY FEE TRANSPARENCY
What changed between versions
Added a new Section 55 granting the Attorney General authority to investigate violations, issue subpoenas, and bring legal actions against hospitals.
Added a requirement for the Attorney General to develop a formal process for handling complaints from individuals or hospitals.
Added authority for the Attorney General to seek civil monetary penalties of up to $500 or $1,000 per violation depending on the nature of the offense.
Added the ability to refer hospitals to the Department of Public Health for potential license revocation after a court order.
Created a new state fund to collect and use money from civil penalties assessed against hospitals that knowingly violate the Act.
Modified an existing section to include minor formatting adjustments to the list of services and expenses covered by facility fees.