Connecticut General Statutes 17b-552 – Limitation of charges. Civil penalty. Regulations
(a) A health care provider shall limit charges for care, treatment, service or equipment covered by Medicare Part B under Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, as amended, provided to a Medicare beneficiary who meets the eligibility requirements specified in section 17b-551, to the reasonable charge for the care, treatment, service or equipment provided as determined by the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services. No health care provider shall collect from such qualified beneficiary any amount in excess of the approved reasonable charge. Any violation of this subsection shall constitute grounds for the assessment of a civil penalty in accordance with subdivision (7) of subsection (a) of section 19a-17. Any complaint alleging a violation of this section shall be made to the Department of Public Health or the appropriate professional licensing board or commission.
Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 17b-552
- Beneficiary: A person who is entitled to receive the benefits or proceeds of a will, trust, insurance policy, retirement plan, annuity, or other contract. Source: OCC
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
(b) The Commissioner of Social Services shall adopt regulations in accordance with the provisions of chapter 54, necessary to administer the program and to determine eligibility in accordance with the provisions of section 17b-551.