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Learn more about provisions in “Patients First” – a new law which requires your health care provider to give you more information about charges for hospital stays, medical procedures, health care services, or referrals.
This letter describes revised and updated policies that replace the policies and guidance published in the February 1, 2016 Circular Letter.
