Author's posts
DOJ Clears CVS-Aetna Deal Once Medicare Drug Plans Are Unloaded
The U.S. Justice Department agreed to allow CVS Health’s acquisition of health insurance giant Aetna once Aetna’s Medicare Part D prescription drug plan business for individuals is divested.
Why Doctor Malpractice Premiums Stopped Rising
Physician medical malpractice insurance premiums continue to be flat after more than a decade with little to no rate increases, new reports show.
As Open Enrollment Begins, Record Medicare Advantage Growth Expected
Seniors will see a 20% increase in the number of Medicare Advantage plan choices for 2019 when they begin open enrollment Oct. 15.
As Midterms Approach, Republicans Flee Their Anti-Obamacare Past
Republicans are fleeing from efforts to repeal Obamacare, particularly their attacks on popular protections for patients with preexisting conditions that are part of the Affordable Care Act.
Despite New Rite Aid Governance, Shareholder Unrest Remains
Rite Aid’s board and CEO face an uncertain vote from shareholders at the company’s annual meeting Oct. 30.
Despite New Rite Aid Governance, Shareholder Unrest Remains
Rite Aid’s board and CEO face an uncertain vote from shareholders at the company’s annual meeting Oct. 30.
With Birchbox Stake, Walgreens Moves To Combat Amazon Home Delivery
Walgreens Boots Alliance is making an investment in Birchbox, which supplies monthly makeup and beauty supplies via home delivery.
Deductibles Hit $2,000 As Employers Intensify Cost Shift
Deductibles of $2,000 or more are increasingly common in employer plans, the Kaiser Family Foundation says.
Worker Health Costs Hurtle Toward $7,000 A Year
Annual health insurance premiums for single workers with employer coverage rose 3% to $6,896 this year, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation’s 20th annual employer health benefits survey
Walgreens And Kroger Partner To Test Grocery At Drugstores
Walgreens Boots Alliance and the giant grocer, Kroger said they are testing a new format that combines grocery expertise with Walgreens global expertise in pharmacy, health and beauty.
