RevCycle Intelligence December 31, 2019
Governor Cuomo is proposing a hospital price transparency website that would allow consumers to compare the cost and quality of procedures at hospitals across the state.
Hospital price transparency is coming to New York, according to an announcement from the state’s governor.
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo unveiled on Dec. 27 his plans to create a consumer-friendly website called NYHealthcareCompare where New Yorkers can compare the cost and quality of procedures performed by hospitals across the state. Specifically, New Yorkers would be able to see cost, quality, and volume data by specific hospital, as well as search by medical procedure costs and affordability questions.
The website would also provide consumers with educational resources to help them understand their rights, including financial...