Officials say the move will result in lower healthcare costs by unleashing competition. Some industry stakeholders are disputing that claim. | Hospitals "will be required to publish prices that reflect what people actually pay for services in a way that's clear, straightforward, and accessible for all," Trump said. | | An economist spoke briefly at the signing ceremony to say the move is likely to reduce costs and benefit the economy overall. But AHIP is already disputing that claim. | | HHS Secretary Alex Azar praised the order as representing "one of the most significant steps ever taken to put American patients in control of their care." | | Trump, in his typical hyperbolic style, said some have suggested the order may be even "bigger than healthcare itself." |
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