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Estimated Meter Reading Catch-Up Bill Guide

When utilities estimate readings for multiple cycles, the next actual read can trigger a large catch-up bill. Verify period boundaries, meter read history, and line-item math before paying.

Key fields to extract

Read type (estimated/actual)
Catch-up period span
Previous billed usage
Current actual meter read
Adjustment line items
Tax recalculation

Risk signals to review

Catch-up amount inconsistent with historical average
Adjustment lines lack period explanation
Tax increase exceeds adjusted subtotal logic

Review checklist

List all estimated cycles and their billed usage
Recalculate expected usage based on historical range
Confirm adjusted subtotal + taxes = final total

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Low priority

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