Cooling-Off Calculator

Under the No Surprises Act’s independent dispute resolution (IDR) process, a 90-day cooling-off period can restrict when a new dispute may be initiated between the same parties. We created this tool to quickly determine whether a cooling-off period is still in effect for your case.

The Cooling-Off Calculator compares the service code, funding type, and group numbers between the prior dispute and the upcoming dispute, then calculates 90 calendar days from the prior dispute’s determination date. Enter the details for both disputes below, and the tool will tell you whether the cooling-off period still applies – and if so, when it ends. If it doesn’t apply, the tool will show how many of the 30 business days (measured from the end of the cooling-off period) remain to submit your new dispute.

Disclaimer: This Cooling-Off Period Tool is provided by Federal Hearings and Appeals Services, LLC (“FHAS”) as a convenience for preliminary screening purposes only. It is not a definitive determination of cooling-off period status or IDR eligibility and does not constitute legal advice. The Tool relies entirely on the data you manually enter. FHAS does not verify the accuracy, completeness, or currency of your inputs. This content is provided only on an “AS-IS” basis, meaning that we make no guarantees, and the information accuracy, thoroughness, and level of performance is at the user’s sole risk. FHAS disclaims all liability for any errors, omissions, or reliance on the Tool’s output. The Tool is offered without any warranties. You use this Tool at your own risk. Parties should independently verify cooling-off period status through official channels and consult qualified professionals before taking any action based on this Tool. By using the Tool, you acknowledge and accept these terms.