A new law is now in effect that protects consumers against so-called "surprise" medical bills. Patients will no longer have to worry about getting a huge bill following a medical crisis if the closest ...

Surprise medical bills for out-of-network care can cost tens of thousands of dollars. But a new law, more than a year in the making, is set to go into effect on Jan. 1 that aims to prevent those high ...

If you've ever been surprised by an unexpected out-of-network medical bill, some protections are on the way. Starting Jan. 1, 2022, the "No Surprises Act" consumer protection law goes into effect.