Justice Department Takes Legal Action Against OhioHealth for Unfair Healthcare Agreements

On Friday, the Justice Department’s Antitrust Division collaborated with the Ohio Attorney General to file a civil antitrust lawsuit against OhioHealth. They argue that OhioHealth’s restrictive contracts are raising medical costs for patients in Ohio. Attorney General Pam Bondi expressed, “Americans deserve access to affordable, high-quality healthcare, not restrictive contracts that drive up costs.” She […]
OhioHealth faces accusations from the DOJ and Yost for increasing healthcare expenses in an antitrust lawsuit.

OhioHealth Faces Antitrust Lawsuit OhioHealth operates 17 hospitals statewide, with 16 located in central Ohio. COLUMBUS, Ohio — An antitrust lawsuit has been initiated by the U.S. Department of Justice alongside Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost against OhioHealth. The lawsuit claims the organization limits competition and increases health care costs for both patients and employers. […]