Legal Question in Insurance Law in Indiana

Time frame for patient to receive hospital bill

I went to the hospital in December 2002, and just received a bill for my portion in October 2003. Apparently, the hospital sent several claims to my insurance, and just got paid this month. This results in my getting a bill 10 months after service. I heard that I should not be obliged to pay if I have not been billed within 6 months of service. Is this true? Can I avoid paying my balance?


Asked on 10/24/03, 5:53 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Mary J. Hoeller, R.N., J.D. Attorney At Law

Re: Time frame for patient to receive hospital bill

I am not aware of any such rule.

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Answered on 10/25/03, 10:45 am


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