SB 189: Nonparticipating providers.
SB 189 status: Enacted — Signed by the Governor (updated Mar 5, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialRequires an initiating party that submits a request for independent dispute resolution to provide written notice to the facility not later than three business days after submitting the request. Allows a health carrier to provide notice to an out of network provider and a facility if, during any 90 day period, an initia...
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Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No identified environmental impact
Risks
- No identified environmental impact
Economy
Benefits
- Reduces administrative costs for facilities and providers
- Standardizes independent dispute resolution timelines
Risks
- Increases regulatory burden for insurance carriers
- Limits fee-based revenue streams for insurers
Society
Benefits
- Reduces billing conflicts between facilities and insurers
- Protects healthcare providers from certain carrier fees
Risks
- Potential for protracted good faith negotiations
- Limited direct benefit to patients in specific billing scenarios
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