Hospitals are now required to post prices for many procedures on their websites, including cash prices and what insurers pay. The intent of the federal rule is to allow patients to shop around, putting pressure on hospitals to compete on price. However, many hospitals have yet to follow the rule. Experts discuss the rule, its likely outcome, and how patients can use it to their advantage.
Guest Information:
- Cynthia Foster, founder and Chairman, PatientRightsAdvocate.org
- George Nation, Professor of Law, Lehigh University
Links for more info:
- PatientRightsAdvocate.org
- Lehigh University Profile: George Nation
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