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Monday, October 12, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
Policy & Law

Bill would overhaul how surprise-billing fights get settled

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Rep. Frank Pallone wants to replace the No Surprises Act's arbitration with payments based on typical in-network rates, paid within 30 days. He says it would ease premiums.

Source: Fierce Healthcare

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