No Surprises Act legal maze forces federal agencies to create an escape route

By Allison Bell

News April 03, 2026 at 11:52 AM

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A trial court knocked out a cost calculation provision adopted in 2021.
A three-judge panel at the 5th Circuit overturned the ruling.
The 5th Circuit has agreed to have all appeals court judges join to review the case.
Employer plans can use the 2021 rules while waiting for the courts to work things out.

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