Dispute mental health billing errors, insurance denials, or out-of-network surprise bills. This template is customized for Tennessee residents with relevant state law citations.
Tennessee Legal Requirements
Your demand letter should reference Tennessee-specific laws including No Surprises Act (Federal).
- No Surprises Act (Federal)
- Tennessee Balance Billing Law
- Tenn. Code ยง 56-7-2354
Next Steps if They Ignore You
If your demand goes unanswered, you can escalate to Tennessee small claims court or file a complaint with Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance.
The Medical Bill Battle Plan
Get the Itemized Bill
Not a summary - the full itemized bill with procedure codes. Errors hide in the details.
Compare to Your EOB
Explanation of Benefits from your insurer. What did they pay? What did they deny?
Research Fair Prices
Use Healthcare Bluebook or FAIR Health to find what procedures should actually cost.
Medical Billing Laws Protect You
The No Surprises Act limits surprise billing. State laws add more protections. Insurance denials can be appealed.
Mental Health Billing Dispute FAQs for Tennessee
What laws protect me in Tennessee for mental health billing dispute?
Tennessee consumers are protected by No Surprises Act (Federal) and Tennessee Balance Billing Law. Your demand letter should reference these specific statutes.
What is the small claims limit in Tennessee?
The small claims court limit in Tennessee is $25,000. If your dispute exceeds this amount, you may need to file in a higher court.
How long do I have to file a claim in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, the typical response period is 30 days. Statutes of limitations vary by claim type, so act promptly.
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