Washington, Oct. 26 -- Congressman Michael Cloud issued the following press release:

Congressman Michael Cloud (TX-27) introduced the Ending Patient Runaround Act to return transparency and patient rights to our healthcare systems, giving Americans more control over their coverage.

Health insurance was created to protect Americans from financial debt, but Americans are facing opaque billing, restrictions on networks, and unwarranted changes to their coverage after enrollment. Individuals often can't even reach a representative that speaks English when they call for help. The Ending Patient Runaround Act addresses these issues to protect Americans from hidden costs and surprise bills.

Key provisions of the bill include:

* Creating Uni...