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Alton schedules public hearing on proposed ambulance-billing procedure after robust discussion about collections and hardship review
Summary
The board set a public hearing for Jan. 27, 2026 at 6:02 p.m. on a draft ambulance-billing policy. The Fire Chief presented the draft, described hardship and write-off options, noted state caps on insurance payments, and board members requested legal review on collection practices and outreach before collections are pursued.
The Alton Town Board of Selectmen on Jan. 13 agreed to seek legal review and hold a public hearing on Jan. 27, 2026 at 6:02 p.m. for a proposed ambulance-billing procedure after an extended discussion about collections, hardship relief and recent state law changes.
The Fire Chief introduced the updated policy and walked the board through existing processes for uninsured or financially distressed patients, including a Hardship Committee that can reduce or wipe a bill based on income and household size. The chief told the board…
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