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Surprise Medical Billing Disputes: 5 Essential Steps to Protect Yourself

That sinking feeling when an unexpected, sky-high medical bill lands in your mailbox – it’s a universal experience for many. Welcome to the world of “surprise medical billing,” a frustrating byproduct of our complex healthcare system. Thankfully, new federal protections are in place to shield consumers. But what happens when a surprise bill still sneaks […]
No Surprises Act Notice Requirements: The Good and Bad News for Providers

No Surprises Act Notice Requirements: The Good and Bad News for Providers

Surprise billing occurs when patients receive care from out-of-network providers without their knowledge. On July 1, the Biden Administration passed an interim final rule: the first portion of the “Requirements Related to the Surprise Billing Act,” in an attempt to curb excessive costs patients are required to pay in relation to surprise billing. The rule […]