HealthLeaders Media January 19, 2023
The independent dispute resolution (IDR) process has gotten more expensive for healthcare organizations—by 600%.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
– The nonrefundable administrative fee increased from $50 to $350.
– CMS says the case load of disputes is nearly ten times greater than initially estimated, resulting in the fee increase.
– Hospital groups fear this price hike will hinder medical groups from intiating the IDR process.
The No Surprises Act may be preventing unexpected bills, but it will now be adding to yours.
CMS recently announced that the nonrefundable administrative fee due from each party involved in any payment dispute that goes to arbitration increased from $50 to $350. This price change became affective January 1.
This news is coupled with the...
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