Surprise Billing Ban Leads to Spike in In-Network Insurance Claims
As insurance claims in Houston, Texas skyrocketed after the ban on surprise medical billing took effect, a new analysis reveals. The No Surprises Act, which aimed to protect patients from unexpected and potentially high medical bills, has had unintended consequences. According to data, in-network insurance claims have sharply increased since the ban went into place, as providers now have less incentive to negotiate lower rates with insurers. The ban on surprise medical billing has sparked …