Lower Costs, More Transparency Act of 2026 promotes price transparency in the health care sector.

Lower Costs, More Transparency Act of 2026 mandates price transparency for hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and imaging services. It requires hospitals to publicly disclose standard charges and prices for items and services, with specific requirements for different bed sizes. Ambulatory surgical centers must also disclose standard charges and prices, with penalties for noncompliance. Imaging services must be made publicly available, with a focus on shoppable services. The bill includes provisions for civil monetary penalties, technical assistance, and enforcement mechanisms.

Lower Costs, More Transparency Act of 2026 promotes price transparency in the health care sector.

Lower Costs, More Transparency Act of 2026 mandates price transparency for hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and imaging services. It requires hospitals to publicly disclose standard charges and prices for items and services, with specific requirements for different bed sizes. Ambulatory surgical centers must also disclose standard charges and prices, with penalties for noncompliance. Imaging services must be made publicly available, with a focus on shoppable services. The bill includes provisions for civil monetary penalties, technical assistance, and enforcement mechanisms.