UFC heavyweight Jon Jones partners with nonprofit to challenge healthcare prices transparency
UFC heavyweight Jon Jones partners with nonprofit to challenge healthcare prices transparency, aligning with President Trump's efforts. Trump passed rules for hospitals and insurers to publish prices to increase competition and lower costs.
Key Points
- President Trump passed healthcare price transparency rules to force hospitals and insurers to publish prices
- Medical bills are a leading cause of bankruptcy in the U.S.
- Efforts by both Republicans and Democrats to improve hospital and insurer price transparency
Pros
- Increased transparency in healthcare pricing
- Potential to lower healthcare costs for patients
Cons
- Resistance from hospitals, pharmacy benefit managers, and insurance companies