
We’re sharing a column from Rachel Ver Velde of Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce regarding a recent Rand Study on price transparency. Wisconsin’s healthcare costs are higher than the national average and a huge driver of those increased costs are higher hospital costs. This puts Wisconsin employers at a significant disadvantage and makes it more difficult for them to provide high-quality, affordable healthcare for their employees. When the Wisconsin Legislature reconvenes in 2023, tackling this issue needs to be a top priority. The Badger State has the fourth highest hospital prices in the country, paying 307 percent of what Medicare …