UnitedHealthcare of Pennsylvania, Inc. v. NorthStar Anesthesia of Pennsylvania, LLC

Docket No.
2:25-cv-07187
District Court
Pennsylvania Eastern

Goal

  • Award damages
  • Block defendant action
  • Declaration that defendant action is unlawful

Issues

Potential Impact:

Why This Matters

A private insurer alleges that a private equity-backed anesthesia management company is abusing the No Surprises Act arbitration process to obtain higher out-of-network payments. The higher than expected volume of arbitration cases (including the prevalence of ineligible cases) to date and high provider win rate could raise health costs and plan premiums.

Potential Impact

Improper billing practices by private-equity backed providers and actions that flout the intent of the No Surprises Act could lead to higher costs and lower-quality care for patients.

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Current Status

Briefing is ongoing

Important Date

Plaintiff's Response to Motion to Dismiss Due

Legal Issues

Fraud

Topic(s)

Arbitration Awards/Conduct

Date Filed
December 19, 2025
Case Type
Civil
Court Type
District Court
Court
Pennsylvania Eastern
Judge
Kearney, Mark A. Appointed By: Barack Obama
Plaintiff(s)
UnitedHealthcare of Pennsylvania, Inc.
Lead Counsel For Plaintiff(s)
Latham & Watkins LLC
Defendant(s)
NorthStar Anesthesia of
Pennsylvania, LLC
Lead Counsel for Defendant(s)
Dailey LLP
Amicus Briefs for Defendant(s)

American Society of Anesthesiologists