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.

This Senate resolution asks the federal government to clarify that medical billing disputes covered by Michigan's surprise billing laws must be handled through Michigan's state dispute process instead of the federal independent dispute resolution system. The bill directly affects healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients in Michigan who face unexpected medical bills from out-of-network services. It highlights concerns that providers are increasingly using the federal process for claims that should go through state procedures, potentially leading to higher payments and increased costs for consumers. The resolution urges federal agencies to issue guidance ensuring claims subject to state surprise billing protections are properly directed to state arbitration rather than federal review.