Colorado § 10-16-317 - Exemption of direct payment methods.
Full text of Colorado Colorado Revised Statutes § 10-16-317 — Exemption of direct payment methods., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-16-317. Exemption of direct payment methods.
Nothing contained in part 1 of this article or this part 3 shall be construed to affect or apply to hospitals, or other licensed health-care institutions, nor to any individuals, partnerships, associations, or corporations which are the direct purveyors of health services; nor shall anything contained in part 1 of this article or this part 3 be construed to in any way limit the rights of such hospitals, or other licensed health-care institutions or purveyors of health services, to establish methods of payment directly with the purchasers of their services; except such methods of payment by all corporations subject to part 1 of this article and this part 3 shall be on a prospective reimbursement basis as required by section 10-16-318; but the commissioner may require from any such institution or purveyor of services such information as will enable the commissioner to determine whether any such arrangements for payment for services are subject to the provisions of part 1 of this article and this part 3.
Source: L. 92: Entire article R&RE, p. 1691, § 1, effective July 1.
Editor's note: This section is similar to former § 10-16-124 as it existed prior to 1992.
Source: official Colorado text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado § 10-16-317
What does Colorado Revised Statutes § 10-16-317 cover?
Section 10-16-317 ("Exemption of direct payment methods.") is part of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Colorado. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Colorado § 10-16-317?
A common citation format is "Colorado Revised Statutes § 10-16-317" (Colorado). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Colorado law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Colorado official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Colorado attorney.
How does Colorado § 10-16-317 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Colorado can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Colorado.