Imaging Services Price Transparency Act of 2023

Bill 118 hr 4828, also known as the Imaging Services Price Transparency Act of 2023, aims to increase transparency in pricing for imaging services in the United States. The bill requires healthcare providers to disclose the prices of imaging services to patients before they receive treatment. This includes the cost of the procedure itself, as well as any additional fees or charges that may apply.

The bill also requires healthcare providers to make this pricing information easily accessible to patients, either through their website or by providing it upon request. This is intended to help patients make more informed decisions about their healthcare and avoid unexpected costs.

Additionally, the Imaging Services Price Transparency Act of 2023 includes provisions to protect patients from surprise billing. Healthcare providers are prohibited from charging patients more than the disclosed price for imaging services, and patients have the right to dispute any charges that exceed the agreed-upon amount. Overall, this bill seeks to empower patients by giving them access to pricing information for imaging services and protecting them from surprise billing. It aims to promote transparency in healthcare pricing and help patients make more informed decisions about their healthcare.