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No Surprises Act May Be Driving Up Healthcare Costs Amid Open Enrollment

As open enrollment begins, experts warn that the No Surprises Act, designed to protect patients from unexpected medical bills, may inadvertently be increasing healthcare costs. The law's arbitration process is leading to higher payments for out-of-network services, raising concerns among healthcare professionals.

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