Generally revise laws related to payments made by health carriers
This bill establishes new rules requiring health insurance companies in Montana to pay medical claims more quickly and fairly. It mandates that insurers must pay clean claims - those without errors or missing information - within 14 days for electronic submissions or 30 days for paper claims. The legislation also requires insurers to notify providers of any claim deficiencies within specific timeframes and prohibits unnecessary delays in processing claims due to mistakes. Health care providers, facilities, and suppliers are the primary beneficiaries, while health insurance carriers face potential penalties and enforcement actions from state regulators if they fail to comply with these payment timelines.
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Dec 2024
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Introduced Dec 14, 2024
Last action Feb 23, 2025
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