title: Demystifying patient price estimates. The advantages of transparency.
abstract: With the increase of high-deductible health plans, more consumers want to know the cost of their health care before they purchase services. A healthcare organization should formulate transparent price policies that: Fit with its intentions, processes, and goals. Ensure consumers are thoroughly educated about their financial responsibilities. Include the use of consumer pricing tools that help patients feel like empowered consumers. Reflect an enterprisewide culture of transparency.
authors.forename: Cheri S
authors.initials: CS
authors.lastname: Kane
authors.forename: Gayla
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Harvey
mesh_terms: D032882:Comprehension; D005382:Financing, Personal; D017722:Hospital Charges; D014342:Truth Disclosure; D014481:United States