HHS issues final rule changing health plan price transparency reporting
The Health and Human Services Department issued a final rule amending price transparency reporting requirements for health plans and health insurance issuers. According to the rule, the changes are intended to improve the standardization, accuracy and accessibility of public pricing disclosures.
Key facts
The rule applies to non-grandfathered group health plans and to health insurance issuers offering non-grandfathered group and individual health insurance coverage.1
The rule amends regulations under the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and the Internal Revenue Code.1
The rule says its goals align with Executive Order 14221, titled "Making America Healthy Again by Empowering Patients With Clear, Accurate, and Actionable Healthcare Pricing Information."1
The rule was published in the Federal Register on October 6, 2026.1
The rule is marked as a significant regulatory action.1
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