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House adopts limited batching arbitration for out-of-network emergency claims amid debate over consumer costs
Summary
House Bill 11-51 passed the House on Feb. 26, 2025. Sponsors said it clarifies batching arbitration for out-of-network emergency care; opponents warned it risks higher costs for patients and could undercut the 2019 surprise-billing framework.
The Colorado House on Feb. 26 approved House Bill 11-51, which clarifies when batching arbitration may be used for out-of-network emergency health-care claims. Sponsors said the measure aims to streamline payments to EMTALA-based providers who treat patients in emergency situations; opponents said it could increase costs for patients and undermine protections enacted in 2019.
Representative Stewart, presenting the…
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