The Florida Medical Association (FMA) announced plans to seek legislative action addressing certain insurance practices that, according to the organization, can result in financial losses for physicians. The targeted practices include mandatory credit card payments imposed by insurers instead of electronic fund transfers and retroactive denials where payment is denied or recouped after a service was initially authorized.
“Medical practices should not be forced to lose money because of fees associated with mandatory credit card payments, nor should insurers be allowed to recoup funds or deny payments for services that have been duly authorized,” the FMA stated.
The association is encouraging medical professionals who have faced these issues to share their experiences and consider testifying before lawmakers or speaking with state representatives or senators in Tallahassee. Physicians interested in participating are asked to contact Jarrod Fowler, FMA Director of Health Care Policy and Innovation, at jfowler@flmedical.org.
