As the holidays begin, too many families are struggling to pay their medical bills. In California, we’re doing everything we can to reduce the cost of healthcare so no American goes bankrupt because they can’t afford their care. 

Sutter Health, who we allege engaged in illegal practices that led to higher healthcare costs, has agreed to pay $575 million to compensate those who challenged its billing practices. 

And the company must now operate with increased transparency and stop practices that direct patients to more expensive healthcare services.

This first-of-its-kind settlement with the healthcare giant sends a clear message to the industry: If you engage in anti-competitive practices, think again.