CA AB399

Limits the independent bill review eligibility fee to $50 to determine if a request is reviewable, with additional fees allowed for reviewable requests determined by the administrative director.

Requires independent bill review organizations to bill employers for additional review fees when they find additional payment is owed to the medical provider, and reimburse the provider's eligibility fee within five business days.

Requires independent bill review organizations to bill medical providers for additional review fees when no additional payment is found owing, with 10% penalty plus interest if not paid within 10 days.

Requires employers to pay any additional amounts found owing by independent bill reviewers within 30 days of the final determination.

Establishes dispute resolution procedures for claims administrators and providers regarding independent bill review fees, to be submitted to the administrative director for informal resolution.