Iowa Code § 144E.5
Heirs not liable for treatment debts
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Current — January 1, 2026
As of January 1, 2018
If a patient dies while being treated by an investigational drug, biological product, or device, the patient’s heirs are not liable for any outstanding debt related to the treatment or lack of insurance due to the treatment, unless otherwise required by law.
If a patient dies while being treated with an investigational drug, biological product, or device, or an individualized investigational treatment, the patient’s heirs are not liable for any outstanding debt related to the treatment or lack of insurance due to the treatment.
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