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Heres the best answer I can come up with.
Texas has a 4 year statute of limitations for bad debt. This means that the provider/Doctor Who holds the debt cannot sue you if 4 years have surpassed since the debt was incurred. Generally the debt begins the day the service was provided. Today is September 09/02/2011 and if the bad debt occurred 09/01/2007 than the provider cannot sue you. However, this does not mean your off the hook.
Anyone who can prove the debt exists has up to 7 years to place the debt onto your credit report. Generally provider's have their patients sign agreements that they can use these means if your debt has not been paid.
My sister was billed yesterday for services in january of 2010, but the debt is still good because she had her appendix removed. My dad was billed 4 years after he had services from a physical medicine/chiropractic doctor. I negotiated and got them to settle for 35% of the original debt amount, but we had to pay in full around $700. $700 was worth not having it on my credit report. If they had billed us a year before and tried to sue us, I would have argued untimely billing and that they were abusing their statute of limitation rights.
What else can I help you with?
Does a provider have to bill insurance for services rendered?
No, a provider is not required to bill insurance for services rendered, but it is typically done to receive payment for the services provided.
How long does a contractor have to bill you for services rendered?
Contractors typically have a specific timeframe, such as 30 days, to bill you for services rendered. It is important to clarify payment terms in the contract to avoid any misunderstandings.
What is the customary suggested gratuity for services rendered in the hospitality industry?
The customary suggested gratuity for services rendered in the hospitality industry is typically 15-20 of the total bill.
How long can a hospital in California wait to bill after services are rendered?
7 months
Can a doctor bill for the second bilateral charge if the insurance will pay for one only?
A doctor can bill you for any and all amounts you have incurred for those services rendered to you. It is up to you to see to it that those bills get paid whether your insurer pays them or you pay them. Some services may be covered under your policy while others may not be covered. Regardless of what is or is not covered though, You, the patient are ultimately responsible for the bill.
Is a medical bill a written contract?
When you first visit the doctor, there is a form you sign stating that you are ultimately the one who is responsible for the bill. If the insurance does not pay when they should, you need to get after them to get the problem solved. After a couple of years, they do not have to pay if you have not sent in a claim.
I received a bill for medical services 1 year after rendered do I have to pay?
Doctors do not have any legal time that they have to bill you in. If you owe the money, you do need to pay.
How do I properly bill someone for services rendered?
To properly bill someone for services rendered, you should create a detailed invoice that includes the services provided, the cost of each service, any applicable taxes or fees, and the total amount due. Send the invoice promptly after completing the services, and provide clear payment instructions and deadlines. Follow up with the client if payment is not received on time.
Will service tax be paid for the service rendered outside India by a foreign service provider but bill to an Indian company?
As long as Services are rendered outside India, Service tax is not applicable.
Do health insurance deductibles apply to the year services are rendered or the time the insurance company receives the bill?
The year the services were received. Don http://mtnhealthinsurance.com
How does receiving a bill to be paid next month for services rendered affect the accounting equation?
assets increase; liabilities increase
What is the difference between an explanation of benefits and a bill?
An explanation of benefits is a document that explains the costs and coverage of medical services provided by an insurance company, while a bill is a request for payment from a healthcare provider for services rendered.
