State Republicans Propose Greater Pricing Transparency for Hospitals

Thursday, May 4th, 2023 -- 8:00 AM

(Bob Hague, WRN) Republican state lawmakers want greater pricing transparency for hospitals.

The bill would allow the Department of Health Services to fine hospitals up to $10,000 per day for failing to follow price transparency requirements. That mirrors federal requirements but would add penalties for non-compliance and require DHS to provide the public with a list of hospitals that violate the requirements.

Hospitals would have to provide a list of standard charges for certain items and services. The Wisconsin Hospitals Association says the bill is unnecessary.

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