HB 4603/SB 2544 Support One-Pager – Closing Mediation Loopholes to Protect Patients and Rein in Costs

TAHP supports House Bill 4603 and Senate Bill 2544, which close a key loophole in Texas’s surprise billing protections by establishing a 90-day deadline for mediation filings—matching the timeline for arbitration under state and federal law. Without this fix, some providers have exploited the process by submitting years-old claims in bulk, overwhelming the system and driving up premiums. These bills restore fairness, reduce administrative burden, and protect consumers by making dispute resolution more predictable and efficient.

Click here to view TAHP’s one-pager in support of HB 4603/SB 2544.

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