An additional 10% should be included on overdue balances for workers' compensation medical bills, unless late payment is excused by the Commission.
State |
North Carolina |
Late Payment Due Date |
60 days |
Late Payment Percentage |
10% |
NC General Statute |
§ 97-18. Prompt payment of compensation required; installments; payment without prejudice; notice to Commission; penalties. |
NC General Statute Text |
(i) If any bill for services rendered under G.S. 97-25 by any provider of health care is not paid within 60 days after it has been approved by the Commission and returned to the responsible party, or within 60 days after it was properly submitted, in accordance with the provisions of this Article, to an insurer or managed care organization responsible for direct reimbursement pursuant to G.S. 97-26(g), there shall be added to such unpaid bill an amount equal to ten per centum (10%) thereof, which shall be paid at the same time as, but in addition to, such medical bill, unless such late payment is excused by the Commission. |
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