American Quote by Alex Azar
“When prices are transparent and competition is encouraged, consumers win. We believe that can prove true in health care as it has in every other area of the American economy.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Healthcare Policy Forum, 2018
Transparent pricing and competition benefit consumers, a principle proven in many sectors and expected to improve healthcare.
In simple terms: Open prices and competition help consumers.
Advocate for price transparency.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Policy debates
- hospital pricing
- insurance negotiations
- patient advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Will transparency lower costs?
- What barriers exist to competition?
Implementation can be hindered by entrenched interests.