Georgia Lawmakers Pass Ambulance Surprise Billing Bill

Georgia Lawmakers Pass Bill to End Surprise Ambulance Bills: A Fairer Approach to Emergency Services

Georgia lawmakers have passed House Bill 961, aiming to eliminate surprise billing from ambulances. The bill mandates insurance companies to charge customers the same amount, regardless of whether the ambulance service is in-network or out-of-network. The main sponsor, Representative Alan Powell, emphasized the need for fairness during emergencies, while Representative Don Parsons called for investigating high ambulance costs. If approved by the Senate, the bill will set minimum payment rates for out-of-network ambulances, potentially based on Medicare rates. The goal is to protect families from unexpected bills during critical moments.

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