WASHINGTON, D.C. — The No Surprises Act, which took effect in 2022 to curb unexpected medical bills, has spurred more than $2.3 billion in emergency‑room payouts to physicians, but insurers are now increasingly withholding reimbursements, prompting fresh disputes.

According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 1,214 emergency‑care claims were denied or delayed in the first quarter of 2024, representing a 15 percent rise from the same period last year. Insurers cite “contractual disputes” and “lack of clarity” over the Act’s out‑of‑network provisions as justification.

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Key Takeaways

• Volatility in the Health & Medicine market is likely to continue near-term.
• Stakeholders should prepare for shifts in policy and demand.
• Cross-border coordination remains critical.

As the situation evolves, decision-makers must remain agile. Continued monitoring and data-driven insights will determine who leads the next phase.