Medical bill A new rule implemented earlier this  year required hospitals to publish a “list price,” but due to the complexity of the health care pricing system, such numbers often can vary widely and be of little use to the consumer. (Photo: Shutterstock)

The Trump administration is considering requiring hospitals to publicly disclose the prices they negotiate with insurers for procedures, a proposal that is drawing fierce opposition from hospitals.

The idea is to provide patients with more price transparency so they can compare prices at different providers and shop for the best deal. The proposal, published last week, would require hospitals to list their actual prices, which are used as a starting point when negotiating rates with insurance providers. A new rule implemented earlier this  year required them to publish a “list price,” but due to the complexity of the health care pricing system, such numbers often can vary widely and be of little use to the consumer.

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