Limits rescheduling, cancellation, and no-show fees providers of health care services may charge in certain instances.

This bill limits fees healthcare providers in New Jersey can charge for appointment cancellations, rescheduling, or no-shows. It prohibits charging any fee for cancellations/rescheduling more than 24 hours in advance. For less than 24 hours, providers may charge up to $25 only if the patient was notified of the fee at booking time and has previously violated the 24-hour rule twice in six months. Violations carry fines up to $500 for the first offense and $1,000 for repeat violations. The bill directly affects patients scheduling healthcare appointments and the providers who manage those appointments.