Federal Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) Process Guidance for Disputing Parties
Guidance to disputing parties who are seeking to resolve a claim for payment for out-of-network health care items or services through the Federal Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) Process.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: January 26, 2022
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