36-2948. Prohibited collection practices
On oral or written notice from the member or person that the member or person believes the claims to be covered by the system, a provider or noncontracting provider shall not do either of the following unless the provider or noncontracting provider has verified through the administration that the member or person has not yet been determined eligible or was not, at the time services were rendered, eligible or enrolled:
1. Charge, submit a claim to or demand or otherwise collect payment from a member or person who has been determined eligible unless specifically authorized by this article or rules adopted pursuant to this article.
2. Refer or report a member or person who has been determined eligible to a collection agency or credit reporting agency for the failure of the member or person who has been determined eligible to pay charges for system covered care or services unless specifically authorized by this article or rules adopted pursuant to this article.
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