Lien in Medical Billing
A lien is a legal claim placed on a patient’s settlement or judgment to secure payment for medical services rendered.
Lien in Medical Billing Explained
In medical billing, a healthcare provider may place a lien on a patient’s personal injury or workers’ compensation settlement to ensure they receive payment for medical services provided. This is commonly used when the patient has no other means of immediate payment.
For example, a hospital places a lien on a patient’s car accident settlement to recover costs for emergency treatment.
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