For Immediate Release:	Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Contact:	CMS Office of Public Affairs 202-690-6145

AFFORDABLE CARE ACT SUNSHINE;

RULE INCREASES TRANSPARENCY IN HEALTH CARE

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS ) announced today a proposed rule that will increase public awareness of financial relationships between drug and device manufacturers and certain health care providers.  This is one of many steps under the Affordable Care Act designed to increase transparency in the health care system, which can lead to better care at lower costs.Continue reading→