A Trump-era rule requires hospitals to be transparent with their prices, but many hospitals aren’t cooperating. We talk to an expert on the healthcare industry about why. Then, we look at a new report that says Wisconsinites have been breathing cleaner air in recent years.
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A Trump-Era Rule Requires Hospitals To Make Prices Public, But Many Aren't Complying
A new rule that requires hospitals to make their pricing decisions public went into effect on January 1. But many health systems aren’t following it. And when they do, the information can be nearly impossible for regular people to understand. An expert explains.
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Wisconsin Air Quality Improves, But Eastern Counties Still See Smoggy Days
A new report from the American Lung Association finds that Wisconsin’s air quality is improving, but some counties along Lake Michigan were given failing grades. We talk about how the report came to its findings and the impact ozone pollution can have on our health.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Julie Rovner Guest
- Angela Tin Guest
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