Is it legal for a physician's office to waive an insurance copay?

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Asked on 8/24/2009 under: Insurance Law Texas More Legal Topics ▼All States ▼

Jason E. Kipness / Kipness Law Firm Answered 3 years ago This attorney is licensed in Texas View Attorney Profile

Did they provide an explanation why? Is there a written agreement that doctor will never ask you for the copay amount? Are they reporting to the insurance company that you paid the co-pay?

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