N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43A-6.8

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 11, June 3, 2024

Section 8:43A-6.8 - Financial arrangements

(a) Records shall be maintained of all financial arrangements with patients, with copies furnished to the patient. The policies and procedures of the facility shall specify the form of retention and the retention schedule.

(b) Patients shall be informed, in advance, of the fees which are charged by the facility for the types of services and supplies expected to be provided to the patient, on the basis of a predetermined fee schedule. The facility shall post the fee schedule or a notice that the schedule is available in the facility. Patients shall be notified if physician or other practitioner fees will be billed separately.

(c) Policies and procedures shall require physicians and other practitioners to disclose, in advance, any separate charges, upon request of the patient.

(d) No additional charges, expenses, or other financial liabilities shall be assessed in excess of the predetermined rate, except:

1. Upon written approval and authority of the patient, who shall be given a copy of the written approval; or

2. In the event of a health emergency involving the patient and requiring immediate, special services or supplies to be furnished during the period of the emergency.

(e) Agreements with third-party payors and/or other payors, referral systems for patients' financial assistance, and sources of financial assistance available to the patient shall be described for the patient.

(f) Any sliding fee scales or special payment plans established by the facility shall be described and shall be made available for the patient to review upon the patient's request.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43A-6.8