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- HHS Releases Document to Help Clarify Fees for Independent Dispute Resolution
On Friday, August 11, the departments of Health and Human Services, Labor and the Treasury released a frequently asked questions document explaining changes to the No Surprises Act independent dispute resolution administrative fee due to a recent court decision.
As a result of the Texas Medical Association v. United States Department of Health and Human Services case decided on August 3, 2023, the $350 administrative fee per party has been removed. Until the HHS and the Department of Labor and Treasury decide to set a new administrative fee, the administrative fee amount for disputes initiated on or after August 3, 2023, is $50 per party per dispute.
HHS and the departments of Labor and Treasury intend to reopen the independent dispute resolution portal for the submission of new disputes soon. The CAP will stay on top of any developments and communicate to members when the portal is up and running.