Surprise Billing-Arbitration Entity Services

The Ohio Competitive Selection IDV (CSP018844) provides mandatory use arbitration entity services for surprise billing disputes across the state. Specifically designed for the Ohio Department of Insurance, this Indefinite Delivery Vehicle enables comprehensive arbitration services with a standardized flat fee of $427.71 per arbitrated claim. The contract covers all necessary scope of work activities and deliverables related to resolving surprise billing claims, with a structured fee allocation model where the non-prevailing party pays 70% and the prevailing party pays 30% of the arbitration cost.

The IDV is awarded to Federal Hearings and Appeal Services, located in Plymouth, Pennsylvania, and is administered by the Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS). The initial contract period runs from January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024, with a subsequent renewal extending through December 31, 2026. As a competitive selection contract, it provides statewide coverage for Ohio and includes a mandatory use designation. The contractor is responsible for collecting arbitration fees from participating entities, with no additional reimbursement provided for travel or related expenses. The contract was originally solicited through Request for Proposal (RFP) No. SRC0000012940 and operates with an all-inclusive pricing structure in U.S. Dollars.