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Federal Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) Final Rule Compliance Training

$199.99

Gain a practical, step-by-step understanding of the Federal Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) Final Rule under 45 CFR Part 149. This course breaks down compliance obligations for group health plans, insurers, providers, and certified IDR entities—covering regulatory background, reporting, payment processes, and the real-world impact of surprise billing protections. Learn actionable procedures for claim processing, dispute resolution, and fee management. Stay current with federal requirements and safeguard your organization from costly penalties.

In this course you will learn the following:
* Understand the scope and purpose of the Federal IDR Final Rule.
* Identify key compliance requirements for all affected parties.
* Learn actionable steps for implementing the IDR process.
* Recognize reporting, recordkeeping, and disclosure obligations.
* Analyze the consequences of non-compliance, including legal and financial penalties.
* Apply best practices for ongoing compliance and process improvement.

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NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, all course purchases are for access to the course for a period of 1-year.  At the end of the one year term, the course will be set to “inactive”. 

Why This Course is Important
Without this course, you risk costly regulatory missteps, potential legal penalties, and gaps in compliance with surprise billing and IDR process requirements—potentially leading to delayed payments, audit failures, or enforcement actions.

Course Details
This is a self-paced eLearning course based on the Federal Register Document titled Federal Independent Dispute Resolution Operations.

Key regulatory references include:

Course SKU
FR-26-1975-1