Dispute mental health billing errors, insurance denials, or out-of-network surprise bills. This template is customized for Texas residents with relevant state law citations.
Texas Legal Requirements
Your demand letter should reference Texas-specific laws including No Surprises Act (Federal).
- No Surprises Act (Federal)
- Texas Balance Billing Protection
- Tex. Ins. Code ยง 1551.228
- Texas Medical Liability Act
Next Steps if They Ignore You
If your demand goes unanswered, you can escalate to Texas small claims court or file a complaint with Texas Department of 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 Texas
What laws protect me in Texas for mental health billing dispute?
Texas consumers are protected by No Surprises Act (Federal) and Texas Balance Billing Protection. Your demand letter should reference these specific statutes.
What is the small claims limit in Texas?
The small claims court limit in Texas is $20,000. 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 Texas?
In Texas, the typical response period is 60 days. Statutes of limitations vary by claim type, so act promptly.
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