Medical Bill Help in Connecticut
Learn your rights, check charity care eligibility, and generate free dispute letters for medical bills in Connecticut.
Free bed fund requirements for hospitals
Strong protections against aggressive collection
Office of Healthcare Advocate provides free assistance
Charity Care in Connecticut
Financial assistance requirements for Connecticut hospitals
Governing Law
Connecticut General Statutes Section 19a-509c
Income Eligibility
Up to 250% FPL of the Federal Poverty Level
Requirements
Connecticut requires hospitals to have free bed funds for charity care. Hospitals must provide free care to patients below certain income thresholds and cannot pursue extraordinary collection actions without first screening for charity care eligibility.
Application Deadline
Follow hospital-specific deadlines
Typical Discount Tiers
| Income Level | Discount | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 200% FPL | 100% | Free care |
| 250% FPL | 75% | Reduced cost |
Consumer Protections in Connecticut
Your rights when dealing with medical bills
- Hospitals must provide itemized bills
- Patients can request price estimates
- Protection from aggressive collection practices
No Surprises Act in Connecticut
Federal and state surprise billing protections
Connecticut has enacted surprise billing protections that work alongside the federal No Surprises Act, providing protections for emergency care and certain non-emergency services.
Filing Deadlines
Dispute Deadline: No specific state deadline - typically 180 days
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