8legs: United states house committee on ways and means

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NY hospital head explains rising costs to Congress: Blame basically everything

NYP CEO told Congress rising hospital costs are driven by labor, drugs, and supplies, not just consolidation.
The hearing followed a DOJ lawsuit accusing NYP of anti-competitive contracting to keep prices high.
Donley cited telehealth and preventive programs as part of efforts to reduce costs for patients.
Republican lawmakers pressed reforms to narrow price differentials between hospital-owned clinics and independents.
NewYork-Presbyterian has rural hospital designation to access subsidies despite urban location.
Donley argued New York City remains highly competitive with several major systems operating there.
The DOJ suit alleges NYP contracts require insurers to include all facilities or none, affecting networks.
Democrats questioned Republicans' motives on healthcare, warning about coverage losses from cuts.
NYP-Presbyterian served about 2 million patients yearly, with 8,000 from rural areas.
Donley avoided commenting on federal charges while stressing competitive market status.

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