State Senator Thomas A. Colapietro
April 28, 2009
Colapietro Gains Approval of Bill Dealing With the Cancellation of Doctor’s Appointments
The Senate has approved a bill introduced by Senator Thomas Colapietro (D-Bristol), the co-chair of the General Assembly’s General Law Committee that is designed to help consumers by setting new guidelines for the cancellation of doctor’s appointments.
Senate Bill 34 An Act Concerning Cancelled Doctor’s Appointments prohibits physicians or medical practices from charging patients for missed appointments unless the physician or practice posts notice of the fee in a conspicuous spot in the office or waiting area.
“This legislation requires doctors to post a sign in their office to notify patients that they will be charged if they fail to show up for an appointment,” said Senator Colapietro. “Some physicians already post signs in their offices, but this would make it a requirement.”
“This legislation makes it clear that physicians will be required to post a notice prior to charging patients for missed appointments,” said Senator Colapietro. “It will benefit consumers by letting them know that if they don’t call or cancel an appointment they will be required to pay.”
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