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Open Enrollment sign-ups for 2021 match 2020’s total, says CMS
The data indicates enrollment remained stable and more consumers were able to actively enroll or re-enroll in coverage.
CMS issues final rule on healthcare technology access for seniors
The rule is meant to ease undue burden for innovators and speed access to potentially lifesaving technologies.
Workplace violence is ‘epidemic and a concern for healthcare’
Cleveland Clinic shares best practices as violence is four times more likely in a healthcare setting than in another industry.
HHS invests $8 million to address gaps in rural telehealth through the Telehealth Broadband Pilot Program
The program will be implemented in four state community locations, including in Alaska, Michigan, Texas and West Virginia.
COVID-19 forced psychiatric care online, and patients want it to stay
The modality has proven popular with many patients, but policy and reimbursement uncertainties remain as challenges.
HHS extends COVID-19 public health emergency declaration until April
This action marks the fourth time HHS has extended the declaration that has paid parity for telehealth and waived some reporting waivers.
Healthcare venture fundraising rises to a new high of $17 billion
The mark was propelled by strong IPO environment and robust private merger and acquisition activity.
Surgical Care Affiliates indicted on charges of labor market collusion
The UnitedHealth Group subsidiary is charged in two conspiracies to suppress competition for the services of senior-level employees.
With Democrats winning both Georgia runoff elections, the Biden Administration could make substantial changes to healthcare
Democrats now control both chambers of Congress, which will likely grease the administrative wheels for the former vice president.
CVS Health administering COVID-19 vaccine at skilled nursing facilities in 49 states
The company expects to complete administration of first doses in skilled nursing facilities by January 25.
