S 897
An Act relative to hospital price transparency
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase transparency around hospital prices in Massachusetts. It requires hospitals to publicly post standard charges for common procedures and services, allowing patients to better understand the cost of care before receiving treatment. The goal is to empower patients to make informed decisions about their healthcare and potentially negotiate lower prices. The bill also intends to promote competition among hospitals by making price information more readily available.
Key provisions
- Hospitals must publicly post standard charges for common procedures and services.
- The posted prices must be easily accessible and understandable to patients.
- The bill requires hospitals to provide price information in a standardized format.
- The price transparency requirements apply to both inpatient and outpatient services.
- The Department of Public Health will oversee the implementation and enforcement of the transparency rules.
- Hospitals are required to update price information regularly.
- The bill establishes a process for patients to file complaints regarding inaccurate or misleading price information.
Who is affected
- Patients in Massachusetts
- Hospitals in Massachusetts
- Healthcare providers in Massachusetts
- Insurance companies in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts Department of Public Health
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Michael O. Moore
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Bill S.897 194th (Current)
An Act relative to hospital price transparency
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 897) of Michael O. Moore and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to hospital price transparency. Health Care Financing.
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Presenter: Michael O. Moore
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.897
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/22/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2931 |
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