Georgia § 33-20E-12 - Regulation; contracting with resolution organizations.
Full text of Georgia Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 33-20E-12 — Regulation; contracting with resolution organizations., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 33-20E-12. Regulation; contracting with resolution organizations.
The Commissioner shall promulgate rules implementing an arbitration process requiring the Commissioner to select one or more resolution organizations to arbitrate certain claim disputes between insurers and out-of-network providers or facilities. Prior to proceeding with such arbitration, the Commissioner shall allow the parties 30 days from the date the Commissioner received the request for arbitration to negotiate a settlement. The parties shall timely notify the Commissioner of the result of such negotiation. If the parties have not notified the Commissioner of such result within 30 days of the date that the Commissioner received the request for arbitration, the Commissioner shall refer the dispute to a resolution organization within five days. The department shall contract with one or more resolution organizations by July 1, 2021, to review and consider claim disputes between insurers and out-of-network providers or facilities as such disputes are referred by the Commissioner. (Code 1981, § 33-20E-12 , enacted by Ga. L. 2020, p. 210, § 1/HB 888.)
Source: official Georgia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Georgia § 33-20E-12
What does Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 33-20E-12 cover?
Section 33-20E-12 ("Regulation; contracting with resolution organizations.") is part of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the codified statutory law of Georgia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Georgia § 33-20E-12?
A common citation format is "Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 33-20E-12" (Georgia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Georgia law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Georgia official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Georgia attorney.
How does Georgia § 33-20E-12 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Georgia can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Georgia.