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Medicare Shared Savings Program saves ACOs, Medicare, money
ACOs saved Medicare $739 million last year after accounting for shared savings bonuses and collecting shared loss payments.
UnitedHealthcare survey shows more consumers are turning to technology
A record number are using the internet or mobile apps to comparison shop, and among those who do, 39% have changed their provider.
AARP files brief to HHS appeal of big pharma ruling
The rule does not have the "vast economic and political significance" put forward by the district court as it would cost drug makers only a fraction of what they pay for TV ads, HHS says in appeal.
Affordable Care Act plans will be able to offer wellness incentives under CMS pilot
Insurers can offer premium discounts or other incentives to engage in healthy activities, but questions remain as to whether wellness programs work.
Employee annual premiums rise to $20,000 for family health coverage
The 5% increase in employer-sponsored insurance is coming at a time when 2020 premiums in the Affordable Care Act and Medicare Advantage markets are at their lowest levels.
Employee annual premiums rise to $20,000 for family health coverage
The 5% increase in employer-sponsored insurance is coming at a time when 2020 premiums in the Affordable Care Act and Medicare Advantage markets are at their lowest levels.
Hospitals object to posting negotiated rates and other payment rules
Medicaid may be the driver to reducing costs
Medicaid serves the population most adversely impacted by the social determinants of health.
Tech-enabled tool will give Sutter Health | Aetna members “concierge” services
Pilot member engagement project with Docent Health signals investment in consumer experience.
Tech-enabled tool will give Sutter Health | Aetna members “concierge” services
Pilot member engagement project with Docent Health signals investment in consumer experience.
