Health & Saf. Code, § 1210 · Article 1. Definitions and General Provisions
Health & Saf. Code, § 1210
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
(a) A chronic dialysis clinic shall not steer, direct, or advise a patient regarding any specific coverage program option or health care service plan contract.
(b) A chronic dialysis clinic shall post a notice in a prominent location visible to all patients displayed in large font type that questions about Medicare coverage for patients with end stage renal disease should be directed to the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program or HICAP at 1-800-434-0222.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 862, Sec. 2. (AB 290) Effective January 1, 2020.
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