The judgement claimed the first amendment right to free speech to justify the decision. The law had been challenged by companies that collect and sell Medical statistics and details. They claim it will improve treatment facilities, and make drugs cheaper ??? -(and be a fundamental contributor to their means of making a profit.
The bottom line. Now you can't tell your doctor anything in confidence. How's that for free speech.
It won't be long before the priests and doctors are wired.
It would be nice if the Administration was subject to the same scrutiny.