Arbitration and mediation are often the best ways to resolve health care industry disputes.  They allow participants to keep sensitive business and patient information confidential, and to avoid or mitigate the high cost, delay, and disruption of litigation.

Mediators help parties settle disputes.  Agreements reached in mediation may include practical and creative solutions that neither a judge nor an arbitrator could order.  By encouraging open and respectful communication, mediators can help preserve—and sometimes repair—relationships between organizations and individuals essential to delivering health care.  

In complex health care matters, it pays to work with a mediator who already understands how health care organizations operate and how they are regulated—so the parties don’t waste time (and money) bringing a neutral up to speed.

Arbitrators provide a private, binding decision. Selecting an arbitrator with relevant health care industry knowledge streamlines proceedings and ensures a high-quality result.

Valuators independently assess the worth of a key asset.  This neutral, expert opinion often lays the groundwork for an informed settlement.  If the case goes to a hearing, the arbitrator can use the neutral valuator’s opinion to craft a well-reasoned decision.

Search AHLA’s Neutrals Directory to find the right professional for disputes involving health care organizations or individuals within the health care system. Many neutrals have deep experience with industry-specific frameworks (including Medicare and Medicaid), while others bring expertise applying general legal and business principles—such as employment, tax, governance, and contracting—in the health care context.

If you have any questions about using an AHLA neutral, please email us or call 202.833.0762.