The bill amends section 627.736 of the Florida Statutes to establish that prevailing parties in lawsuits filed by certain health care providers for overdue medical benefits under motor vehicle personal injury protection policies are entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs. Specifically, it introduces new language in subsection (10) that stipulates if an insurer fails to pay an overdue medical benefit for services or care, and the provider files a lawsuit, the prevailing party in that case is entitled to recover attorney fees and costs.

This legislation aims to enhance the rights of health care providers by ensuring they can recover legal costs when pursuing overdue payments from insurers. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, thereby providing a clear framework for addressing disputes over medical benefits related to motor vehicle accidents.