A resolution to urge the federal government to issue clarifying rules or guidance explaining that claims applicable to state surprise billing laws must go through the state dispute resolution process, rather than the federal independent dispute resolution process.

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The Michigan Senate passed a resolution asking the federal government to issue guidance that surprise‑billing claims covered by Michigan’s law must be handled through the state’s dispute‑resolution system instead of the federal independent dispute‑resolution process. It seeks to keep out‑of‑network payment disputes within Michigan’s established arbitration framework and curb providers from bypassing state protections. The resolution cites data showing many providers are using the federal process, which has led to higher payments and could raise insurance costs for consumers.

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