Wisconsin Patients Deserve Easier Access to Hospital Prices

Wisconsin patients deserve easier access to hospital prices

Imagine waking up in pain. Not chronic pain, though -- this is new. You’re concerned, but think you can tough it out.

Wisconsin Republicans introduce bill requiring transparent pricing from hospitals

The legislation would require hospitals to publicly post prices for "shoppable services" like x-rays, MRIs, knee replacements and other non-emergency procedures.

Hospital price transparency for patients in Wisconsin

You probably wouldn’t buy a car or even a coffeemaker without knowing the price. Lawmakers in Wisconsin said the same should go for health care.

Republicans introduce bill to make hospital costs transparent

(The Center Square) – Wisconsin hospitals could soon be forced to post information online to give patients an idea of the cost of common services.

Wisconsin Republicans introduce bill to make hospital costs transparent through online posts

The bill would accomplish a 2019 executive order by President Donald Trump requiring full hospital price transparency nationwide, the Republicans’ statement said.