Montana § 40-5-815 - Paying Claims

Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 40-5-815 — Paying Claims, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 40-5-815. Paying Claims

Paying claims. Payment for a medical claim assigned to the department must be to the department. If a medical claim is not assigned to the department and the claim is submitted by a parent or a third-party custodian, payment must be to the health service provider involved. Payment may be to the parent or third-party custodian submitting the claim if there is written evidence of prepayment to the health service provider by that parent or third-party custodian.

Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 40-5-815

What does Montana Code Annotated § 40-5-815 cover?

Section 40-5-815 ("Paying Claims") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. 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 Montana § 40-5-815?

A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 40-5-815" (Montana). 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 Montana law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Montana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Montana attorney.

How does Montana § 40-5-815 apply to my situation?

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