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New report shows patient priorities in caregiver reviews

The MGAM and Healthgrades report also shows gender bias, with male doctors receiving higher average reviews than female providers.

HHS finalizes rules requiring EHR access and ending information blocking

Health plans in Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, CHIP, and through the federal exchanges, must share claims data electronically with patients.

Insurers will cover testing of coronavirus, AHIP says

Cigna and Aetna said they are waiving consumer co-pays, cost sharing and other out-of-pocket costs.

Coronavirus fight: $8 billion spending package, $35 million from HHS

CMS calls on all providers to activate infection control practices and issues guidance to inspectors.

BCBS Kansas City partners for two IT engagement solutions

Insurers are increasingly looking for ways to engage members for early interventions and better health outcomes that lower costs.

Healthcare’s responsibility to the homeless addressed at HIMSS20

In California, providers are expected to manage a population without reimbursement outside of medical care, expert says.

Supreme Court to hear Affordable Care Act case next term

Insurer organizations pointed to the current uncertainty with the ACA that they hope will be stabilized in the high court’s decision.

President Trump to address HIMSS20 on Monday

This is the first time a sitting president will address the annual global healthcare conference that attracts about 40,000 people.

AHA, ANA, ask Congress for $1 billion for healthcare workers to fight the coronavirus

The emergency request is in addition to the other funding being considered by Congress for COVID-19 preparedness and response efforts.

CMS selects 205 applicants for new Emergency Triage, Treat and Transport Model

Ambulance care teams will have greater flexibility to address the emergency needs of Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries following a 911 call.