0
0
0
Health Care PRICE Transparency Act
12/15/2023, 4:07 PM
Summary of Bill S 1130
Bill 118 s 1130, also known as the Health Care PRICE Transparency Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to increase transparency in the pricing of health care services.
The bill requires health care providers, including hospitals, physicians, and other medical professionals, to disclose the prices of their services to patients before they receive treatment. This includes providing information on the cost of procedures, tests, and other medical services, as well as any potential out-of-pocket expenses that patients may incur.
Additionally, the Health Care PRICE Transparency Act aims to make it easier for patients to compare prices between different health care providers. The bill requires health care providers to make their pricing information easily accessible to patients, either through their websites or by providing it upon request. Overall, the Health Care PRICE Transparency Act is designed to empower patients to make more informed decisions about their health care and to help reduce the overall cost of medical services. By increasing transparency in pricing, the bill aims to create a more competitive health care market that benefits both patients and providers.
The bill requires health care providers, including hospitals, physicians, and other medical professionals, to disclose the prices of their services to patients before they receive treatment. This includes providing information on the cost of procedures, tests, and other medical services, as well as any potential out-of-pocket expenses that patients may incur.
Additionally, the Health Care PRICE Transparency Act aims to make it easier for patients to compare prices between different health care providers. The bill requires health care providers to make their pricing information easily accessible to patients, either through their websites or by providing it upon request. Overall, the Health Care PRICE Transparency Act is designed to empower patients to make more informed decisions about their health care and to help reduce the overall cost of medical services. By increasing transparency in pricing, the bill aims to create a more competitive health care market that benefits both patients and providers.
Congressional Summary of S 1130
Health Care Prices Revealed and Information to Consumers Explained Transparency Act or the Health Care PRICE Transparency Act
This bill provides statutory authority for requirements for hospitals and health insurance plans to disclose certain information about the costs for items and services.
Specifically, hospitals must publish in their list of standard charges certain rates negotiated with insurers, discounts for cash payments, and billing codes. Further, hospitals generally must publish the standard charges for the services provided by the hospital that may be scheduled in advance.
Additionally, insurance plans must publish the in-network and out-of-network charges for covered items and services and the negotiated prices for covered prescription drugs. Plans must provide a tool for consumers to search for this cost information. Consumers also may request additional information about the costs of specific items or services under their plans.
Read the Full Bill
Current Status of Bill S 1130
Bill S 1130 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2023. Bill S 1130 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 30, 2023. Bill S 1130's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of March 30, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1130
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1130
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Civil actions and liability
- Consumer affairs
- Health care costs and insurance
- Health care coverage and access
- Hospital care
- Prescription drugs
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1130
Health Care PRICE Transparency Act
Health Care PRICE Transparency Act
Health Care Prices Revealed and Information to Consumers Explained Transparency Act
A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for hospital and insurer price transparency.
Comments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1130
Latest Bills
A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 21 through February 28, 2026, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the State of Alaska as a State FFA Association.
Bill SRES 622March 14, 2026
Captain Accursio “Gus” Sanfilippo Young Fishermen’s Development Act
Bill HR 3692March 14, 2026
Young Fishermen’s Development Program Reauthorization Act
Bill S 2357March 14, 2026
A resolution recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 114th birthday and celebrating its legacy of providing girls with a supportive and inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.
Bill SRES 641March 14, 2026
ICE Funding Accountability Act
Bill S 3933March 14, 2026
Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2026
Bill S 3934March 14, 2026
Private Detention Accountability Act
Bill S 3932March 14, 2026
Specialty CROP Act of 2026
Bill S 3915March 14, 2026
Public Housing Rent Reduction for First Responders Act
Bill HR 7701March 14, 2026
McIntire-Stennis Act District of Columbia Equality Act
Bill HR 7650March 14, 2026
Bipartisan Primary Care and Health Workforce Act
Bill S 2840March 13, 2024
Health Care PRICE Transparency Act
Bill HR 410December 20, 2023