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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