healthcare lien

A statutory lien asserted by an HMO, insurer, medical group, or independent practice association against those liable to the patient for damages, to recover money paid or claim money payable for healthcare services provided under a healthcare service plan or a disability insurance policy.

— Also termed medical lien. Cf. hospital lien; workers’-compensation lien.

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词条贡献者

双语律师Peter，毕业于法国一流的高级翻译学院，擅长翻译涉及基础建设领域的法律文件。