Current through October 31, 2024
Section 182.40 - Requirements for making public cash prices for a diagnostic test for COVID-19(a)General rules.(1) Except as provided under paragraph (b) of this section, a provider of a COVID-19 diagnostic test must make public the information described in paragraph (c) of this section electronically via the internet.(2) The information described in paragraph (c) of this section, or a link to such information, must appear in a conspicuous location on a searchable homepage of the provider's website.(3) The information described in paragraph (c) of this section must be displayed in a manner that is easily accessible, without barriers, and ensures that the information is accessible:(ii) Without having to establish a user account or password; and(iii) Without having to submit personal identifiable information (PII).(4) The provider must include all of the following terms on its homepage: (v) The term "COVID"; and(vi) The term "coronavirus".(b)Exception. A provider of a COVID-19 diagnostic test that does not have its own website must make public the information described in paragraph (c) of this section: (1) In writing, within two business days upon request; and(2) On a sign posted prominently at the location where the provider offers a COVID-19 diagnostic test, if such location is accessible to the public.(c)Required information. For purposes of paragraphs (a) and (b) of this section, the provider must make public the following information:(1) A plain-language description of each COVID-19 diagnostic test that is offered by the provider;(2) The billing code used for each COVID-19 diagnostic test;(3) The provider's cash price for each such COVID-19 diagnostic test; and(4) Any additional information as may be necessary for the public to have certainty of the cash price that applies to each COVID-19 diagnostic test.