Explain, discuss and summarize pricing transparency in healthcare. Consider the new federal law and the implications for healthcare providers. Provide a concise explanation of the mandate and look at the response from the industry.

Introduction - Overview of the issue and identification of 2-3 key points.

Body - Discussion on the 2-3 key points, including facts, quotes, and/or references

Conclusion - Summary of the 2-3 key points and the implications for the future.

HERE ARE SOME REFERENCES YOU CAN USE TO ANSWER THE ABOVE QUESTIONS:

What is the new law??

Medicare.gov

https://www.hfma.org/transparency/

A charge master!!

https://www.nixhealth.com/Patients-Visitors/Pricing-Transparency.aspx

What is the "media" saying? Read the comments!!!

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/01/13/us/politics/hospital-prices-online.html

What are local organizations posting??

Texas Health Resources, Baylor Scott & White, Parkland, UCSF, HCA