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This bill requires hospitals in Oregon to create and publicly disclose comprehensive, detailed lists of their standard charges in digital, machine-readable formats. The bill mandates that hospitals publish two types of charge lists: a comprehensive machine-readable file containing standard charges for all items and services, and a list of at least 300 "shoppable services" (medical services that can be scheduled in advance). These lists must include detailed pricing information such as gross charges, payer-specific negotiated charges, minimum and maximum negotiated charges, and discounted cash prices. The lists must be easily accessible online without requiring user accounts or personal information, and must be searchable by service description, billing code, and payer. Each list must include specific identifying information about the hospital, such as its name, licensing number, and facility addresses. The bill defines numerous technical terms like "chargemaster" and "standard charge" and requires hospitals to update these lists periodically. By mandating this transparency, the bill aims to help patients understand and compare healthcare costs more easily, potentially enabling more informed healthcare decisions and promoting price transparency in the medical industry.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB1060