The Real Cost of NSA Arbitration

An In-Depth Review of More Than 1.25 Million Federal Disputes

Natiuonal NSA Report Flyer

Medical Arbitration Becomes a Profit Center

April 7, 2026

Scott Bennett joins The ShiftShapers Podcast to discuss how the No Surprises Act’s Independent Dispute Resolution process may be shifting from a safety valve into a payment strategy. The episode explores findings from Phia’s National NSA Report, including elevated arbitration offers, repeat filing patterns, provider clusters, and the budget impact on self-funded employer health plans.