House Bill No. by Representative Mandie Landry aims to enhance transparency in healthcare pricing and quality measures in Louisiana. The bill amends R.S. 40:1173.1(B) to establish a comprehensive health service information database that includes data published by hospitals in compliance with federal regulations outlined in 45 CFR Part 180. This database will be publicly accessible while ensuring the protection of individuals' confidential health information. Additionally, the bill introduces definitions related to hospital pricing transparency requirements and outlines the responsibilities of the Louisiana Department of Health in verifying compliance with these regulations.

The proposed legislation also establishes penalties for healthcare providers that fail to comply with hospital pricing transparency laws. Specifically, if a healthcare provider is found to be materially noncompliant, they cannot initiate collection actions against patients for debts related to services provided during the period of noncompliance. Patients who believe they received services from noncompliant providers can file lawsuits to determine compliance, and if a court finds the provider noncompliant, the provider must refund payments, cover court costs, and remove any negative credit reports related to the debt.