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The article discusses the Hospital Price Transparency rule in the U.S., which requires hospitals to provide clear pricing information for at least 300 "shoppable" services. The rule aims to give Americans access to the cost of hospital items and services before receiving them. The article also explores the potential of telehealth to make healthcare more accessible and convenient, improve health outcomes, and reduce costs. It discusses the use of procedure codes in healthcare and the challenges of purchasing healthcare through contracts or networks. The article suggests that price transparency and consumerism can empower patients to make informed decisions about their healthcare. [Extracted from the article] |
