Broker Regulation

This is only the latest disagreement involving the independent dispute resolution process since it took effect more than three years ago.

Nineteen states and the District of Columbia allege that the restructuring violates the Administrative Procedure Act and the Constitution because the agency has no authority to restructure itself and fire its employees.

In outlawing surprise billing for emergency services, non-emergency care from out-of-network providers at in-network facilities, and air ambulance services from out-of-network providers, the NSA established an Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) process to determine out-of-network payment amounts between providers (including those for air ambulance services) or facilities and health plans.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. overstepped his authority when he declared that gender-affirming care was unsafe and ineffective for young people experiencing gender dysphoria, a federal judge ruled late last week.

Today, leave sits at the intersection of regulatory expansion, workforce expectations, and enterprise risk, carrying real financial implications.

Labor said it has restored ERISA's five-part test for determining who is an investment advice fiduciary.