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CMS allows states to get creative with federal exchange funds under 1332 waivers
The CMS has issued four new examples on how states can use 1332 waivers to customize health insurance offerings. But a former agency official warns that use of any of the new flexibilities outlined could result in litigation.
Illinois Legislature overrides veto of short-term health plan limit
The move by lawmakers limits the duration of “skinny” plans, which are exempt from offering certain protections required under the Affordable Care Act.
Lyft hires its first vice president of healthcare
The on-demand transportation company, likes its primary competitor, Uber, thinks it can make a dent in the transportation problems that lead to missed appointments.
HHS finalizes long awaited 340B drug price rule
HHS finally will allow a ceiling price rule for the 340B program to kick in after years of delays. The price cap will go into effect on Jan.1, 2019.
HHS finalizes long awaited 340B drug price rule
HHS finally will allow a ceiling price rule for the 340B program to kick in after years of delays. The price cap will go into effect on Jan.1, 2019.
Feds indict ransomware hackers of Allscripts, others
The hackers installed ransomware on the systems of Allscripts, Medstar Health, and others, sealing off access to data until the companies paid a ransom in bitcoin.
Commentary: The gun violence lane leads directly to the emergency department
Firearms violence is a serious public health issue in America, and emergency physicians are on the front lines. My colleagues and I see and treat the victims of this senseless and tragic violence every day in our emergency departments.
Rate of children without insurance falls for first time since 2008
Anti-immigration rhetoric by the Trump administration may be a reason why the rate of children without insurance is on the rise for the first time since 2008, according to a new report.
Most skilled-nursing facilities penalized by CMS for readmission rates
Of the 14,959 skilled-nursing facilities subject to the CMS’ Skilled Nursing Facility Value-based Purchasing Program, 73% received a penalty while 27% got a bonus for fiscal 2019.
ACA sign-ups still trailing in fourth week of open enrollment
More than 2.4 million people signed up for coverage through HealthCare.gov in the first four weeks of the Affordable Care Act’s sixth open enrollment, about 350,000 fewer than during the same period last year.
