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California’s racial disparities in coverage declined post-ACA, study finds
By 2016, the uninsured rates among the Golden State’s white, black and Asian populations were nearly equal. But other disparities persist, and all of these rates are highly policy-dependent.
Big wins for Medicaid: Voters in Idaho, Utah and Nebraska approve expansion
Medicaid expansion was on the ballot in three historically Republican states, and voters came out in support of the measure in all three. Nebraska, Utah and Idaho voted to expand the program, while Montana voted down a measure to increase tobacco taxes…
American Hospital Association plans to sue CMS over final site-neutral payment rule
The hospital organization announced its intent to sue the administration for overstepping its boundaries just hours after the CMS released a rule implementing new site-neutral payments for clinic visits. However, physician groups applauded the agency f…
With more than $1B in Q3 profits, Express Scripts confident heading into Cigna merger
Following months of excitement around an acquisition by Cigna and being the subject of multiple lawsuits, the pharmacy benefit manager is optimistic about the months ahead and integration with its new parent company.
Cigna’s third-quarter profits reach $772M as it finalizes Express Scripts merger
CEO David Cordani highlighted several ratings and rankings that, he said, reflect the company’s dedication to its customers and clients—and that acquiring Express Scripts will only help it serve members more.
Hospitals aren’t the only ones with price variation. New research shows payers have large discrepancies, too
Negotiated prices, even for the same service at the same hospital, vary widely depending on the payer, the authors found—and it could be a sign that the market isn’t working the way it should.
Can providers help patients by partnering with pharma on digital health? Geisinger says yes
Geisinger Health System has launched several collaborations with large drug companies over the last year. Amid the search for value-based care’s silver bullet, the provider insists these unusual partnerships can improve patient outcomes and lower costs.
Can providers help patients by partnering with pharma on digital health? Geisinger says yes
Geisinger Health System has launched several collaborations with large drug companies over the last year. Amid the search for value-based care’s silver bullet, the provider insists these unusual partnerships can improve patient outcomes and lower costs.
With major acquisitions in the books, WellCare looks to drive growth with partnerships
By working with local agencies, provider organizations, and more, WellCare can build on its third-quarter successes and deliver higher-quality products, said Ken Burdick on the company’s latest earnings call.
Private healthcare exchanges would better meet consumer needs, report says
While the current public exchanges have all the hallmarks of a monopoly, a series of private exchanges would compete to meet consumer demands, says the Council for Affordable Health Coverage.
