Physician Payment Sunshine Act

The Physician Payment Sunshine Act is a U.S. law aimed at promoting transparency in healthcare. It requires drug and device companies to disclose payments and gifts they provide to doctors and teaching hospitals. By making this information publicly available, the act allows patients to see potential conflicts of interest that could influence medical decisions. The goal is to ensure that healthcare practices are ethical and that patients can make informed choices about their care, ultimately fostering trust in the medical system.