Health Care PRICE Transparency Act

HR 267, the Health Care PRICE Transparency Act, requires hospitals to publish clear, plain-language pricing information online for 300+ "shoppable services" (like surgeries or imaging) that patients can schedule in advance. This includes showing gross charges, discounted cash prices, and negotiated rates with insurers - without requiring subscriptions or personal data. It also mandates insurers to provide similar transparent cost estimates for covered services through online tools and paper requests, including out-of-network costs and preventive care details. The law applies to all hospitals and health plans, with penalties of up to $300 per day for non-compliance.