The Indian Health Service (IHS) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) have written a joint letter addressing improper bills and collection on improper bills targeting IHS-approved Purchased/Referred Care (PRC) program patients. The letter reiterates that the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA) prohibits medical providers, suppliers or billers from holding those patients liable for any costs or [...] The post Indian Health Service Cautions Vendors About Improper Medical Bills appeared first on PYMNTS.com.
IHS is a Maryland-based government agency that provides direct medical and public health services to federally recognized American tribes and Alaska Natives.