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PATIENTS WHO ARE TREATED AT AN IN-NETWORK HOSPITAL WILL NO LONGER FACE SURPRISE MEDICAL BILLS./LYNNE TERRY/OREGON CAPITAL CHRONICLE

Oregonians – And Others – Are Now Protected Against Huge Medical Bill Surcharges

A new federal law prevents insurers from charging clients extra for out-of-network providers or services in hospitals.

Mar 17, 2022

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Congressional Doctors Lead Bipartisan Revolt Over Policy On Surprise Medical Bills

Doctors and members of Congress are arguing that the rule for implementing the No Surprises Act favors insurers and doesn’t follow the spirit of the legislation.

Nov 18, 2021

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Surprise-Billing Rule ‘Puts A Thumb On The Scale’ To Keep Arbitrated Costs In Check

The No Surprises Act takes effect Jan. 1 and will protect patients against surprise medical bills for out-of-network treatment, but unintended consequences are unknown.

Oct 14, 2021