SB 1061 – Medical Debt
As we mentioned last month, the California Governor signed into law SB 1061. One of the biggest takeaways is medical debt can no longer be reported on a consumer credit report for California residents. The second takeaway is on or after July 1, 2025, it is unlawful to enter a contract creating a medical debt that does not include the following term: “A holder of this medical debt contract is prohibited by Section 1785.27 of the Civil Code from furnishing any information related to this debt to a consumer credit reporting agency.” If this is not listed on any form that needs to be signed by the patient after July 1, 2025, it will be voided and unenforceable. Also included in SB 1061 is a provision that a ground ambulance provider shall not require an uninsured patient or self-pay patient to pay an amount more than the established payment by Medi-Cal or Medicare fee for service amount, whichever is greater.
ANNOUNCEMENT
We are pleased to announce that Julia Klena has taken on the role of our new Client Relations Manager. In this expanded position, Julia will oversee our Client Service Department, bringing her strong background in relationship management and client satisfaction. Previously, Julia served as our Outsourcing Manager, where she demonstrated remarkable leadership and efficiency. She will continue to manage the Outsourcing Department, ensuring seamless integration between client relations and our outsourced services. Please join us in congratulating Julia on this well-deserved role as she continues to drive our commitment to excellence.
To streamline communication, we have created a dedicated email inbox for all your questions. Please start using csd@nbfact.com for any requests and questions.
Remember if you have any questions, we are here to assist you with those answers, please reach out if you have them.
NBF is currently hiring! Client Service Representative/Data Analyst, Collection Analyst, Client Outsource Representative. Referrals are welcome. Please have applicants call our HR Department at (775)267-6051. Applications may be found under the “About Us” tab at www.thenbfgroup.com Submit via email to destiny@nbfact.com or in person.
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