Illinois § 5.5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5.5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5.5.
Billing. A physician assistant shall not be allowed to personally bill patients or in any way charge for services. The employer of a physician assistant may charge for services rendered by the physician assistant. All claims for services rendered by the physician assistant shall be submitted using the physician assistant's national provider identification number as the rendering provider whenever appropriate. Payment for services rendered by a physician assistant shall be made to his or her employer if the payor would have made payment had the services been provided by a physician licensed to provide medicine in all of its branches. (Source: P.A. 100-453, eff. 8-25-17; 100-559, eff. 12-8-17.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 5.5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5.5 cover?
Section 5.5 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 § 5.5?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5.5" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.
How does Illinois § 5.5 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Illinois can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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