On the week of February 10-17, the STF will analyze, in a virtual plenary session, The validity of a rule in the state of RJ that expands payment methods for private health and dental plans, forcing operators to provide a credit card, digital payment slip and Pix. The rapporteur of the work is Minister Luis Roberto Barroso.
adi 7023 It was filed by Unidas – National Confederation of Self-Management Health Institutions against the law 9444/21 State of Rio de Janeiro.
Understanding claims that the law In addition to establishing rules that cause serious harm to operators, it imposes obligations not stipulated in federal law and in contrast to companies operating in other federation entities, in violation of the principle of equality. For Leonidas, states cannot legislate on civil and commercial law, which is a matter of exclusive jurisdiction for the union.
STF will rule on RJ Act allowing Medicare plan payments on Pix.(photo: Freepik)
Also according to the entity, the segment and private healthcare plan contract are governed by federal law. 9,656/98 and organize ANS – The National Agency for Complementary Health, which is responsible for determining the standards to be adopted in contracts.
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