Decoding The Federal IDR Operations Final Rule: Access, Process and Timing

The Federal IDR Operations Final Rule (CMS-9897-F), released May 28, 2026, makes the most significant operational changes to the Federal independent dispute resolution process since the No Surprises Act took effect. In this webinar, HaloMD breaks down what is changing, what it means for providers and the timeline for compliance. What we cover: The administrative fee reduction from $115 to $15 per party per dispute, applicable to disputes initiated on or after June 11, 2026 New payer disclosure requirements, including standardized CARC and RARC codes on out-of-network remittances Changes to open negotiation, including initiation through the Federal IDR portal and a required response notice by the 15th business day Expanded batching criteria and the new 50 line item cap per dispute The 5 business day eligibility determination requirement for certified IDR entities The new Federal IDR Registry and payer registration numbers Phased applicability dates and what providers need to prepare for now HaloMD is the #1 provider of IDR services as indicated by CMS PUF, backed by industry leading technology infrastructure and data intelligence. We support more than 20,000 healthcare providers across 50 states and Washington, D.C. under the No Surprises Act and state balance-billing laws. Learn more at www.halomd.com or contact us to request your personalized Federal IDR Benchmark Report.