The Patients Deserve Price Tags Act, introduced on September 26, 2025, by Representative John James and three co-sponsors, makes hospitals, labs, imaging centers, and surgical facilities share clear pricing details starting in 2026-2027. These places must post easy-to-read spreadsheets online showing costs for at least 300 common services, including full prices, cash discounts, and rates negotiated with insurance companies. Health insurance plans must also give clear details about what patients will pay, including billing codes and whether providers are in-network. Providers who don’t follow these rules face daily fines from $300 to $10,000, depending on their size. The bill supports state price transparency laws and offers help to providers to meet the new rules. The goal is to help patients understand and compare healthcare costs to avoid surprise bills.
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Movement, led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., strongly supports the Patients Deserve Price Tags Act as a pro-MAHA bill because it empowers patients with clear healthcare cost information. This transparency aligns with MAHA’s mission to give people control over their health choices, helping them avoid financial stress that can worsen health outcomes. By making prices clear, the bill supports Kennedy’s push for a fair healthcare system, allowing Americans to make informed decisions and focus on preventive care and wellness, fostering healthier communities through accountability and choice.
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