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HB 896 Engrossed 2022 Regular Session McFarland
Abstract: Eliminates the exception from the limitation on the recovery of past medical expenses
for claims brought against the state.
Present law provisions regarding recoverable past medical expenses do not apply in medical
malpractice claims or in suits against the state, state agencies, or political subdivisions.
Proposed law repeals present law exception for suits against the state, state agencies, or political
subdivisions.
Proposed law shall have prospective application only, for causes of action arising on or after the
effective date of proposed law.
(Amends R.S. 9:2800.27(G))
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The Committee Amendments Proposed by House Committee on Civil Law and Procedure to the
original bill:
1. Remove provisions regarding the recovery of amounts payable by insurance, Medicare,
or Medicaid.
2. Add a provision for prospective application only.