Justice Department Sues New York-Presbyterian Hospital for Anticompetitive Contracts That Increase Healthcare Costs for New Yorkers

# Justice Department Sues New York-Presbyterian Hospital Over Anticompetitive Practices

The U.S. Department of Justice's Antitrust Division filed a civil lawsuit against New York-Presbyterian Hospital on March 26, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. The lawsuit alleges the hospital system violated Section 1 of the Sherman Act through contractual restrictions that prevent insurers and employers from offering lower-cost health insurance plans to New Yorkers.

New York-Presbyterian, the largest hospital system in New York City, operates eight hospitals and numerous outpatient facilities throughout the region. Federal prosecutors contend the hospital uses its market power to block competition from rival hospitals and restrict consumers' access to budget-conscious healthcare options, ultimately raising costs for millions of New Yorkers.

The Justice Department seeks to enjoin New York-Presbyterian from enforcing the contractual restrictions. Attorney General Pamela Bondi stated the suit aims to ensure Americans can access affordable healthcare, while Acting Assistant Attorney General Omeed A. Assefi characterized the case as holding hospitals accountable for anticompetitive practices. This marks the second antitrust case the division has brought this year targeting healthcare market competition.