Illinois § 35
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 35, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 35.
Collection limitations. (a) The hospital shall not pursue legal action for non-payment of a hospital bill against uninsured patients who have clearly demonstrated that they have neither sufficient income nor assets to meet their financial obligations provided the patient has complied with Section 45 of this Act. (b) A hospital may not bill an uninsured patient who requires health care services, as defined in Section 5 of the Hospital Uninsured Patient Discount Act, if it determines, through its financial assistance screening process, that the patient has a household income that qualifies the person for free care under the Hospital Uninsured Patient Discount Act. If the patient is deemed eligible for public health insurance or any other insurance product certified by the Department of Insurance, the hospital shall provide information to the patient about how the patient can apply for the insurance program under subsection (f) of Section 16. (Source: P.A. 103-901, eff. 1-1-25; 104-417, eff. 8-15-25.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 35
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 35 cover?
Section 35 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. 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 Illinois § 35?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 35" (Illinois). 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 Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 35 apply to my situation?
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