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ACA enrollment increases 18% over last year, fueled by Inflation Reduction Act tax credits
Affordable Care Act marketplace enrollment continues to outpace previous years, with nearly 11.5 million people selecting a health plan nationwide as of December 15, the deadline for coverage starting January 1, 2023, according to the Department of Hea…
Omnibus spending bill gives states a heads-up on Medicaid coverage
Among the many health provisions of the $1.7 trillion omnibus spending package that passed on Friday and was signed into law by President Biden, is a long-awaited plan for Medicaid coverage determinations.
HIMSSCast: C-Suite is concerned about inflation and affordability
Tina Wheeler is the U.S.
Northwell warns of tripledemic surge fueled by holiday gatherings
Northwell Health clinical experts are warning of a potential “tripledemic” surge as people gather to celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and the New Year.
Pharmacies limit sale of certain children’s medications
Due to increased demand, pharmacies are limiting the sale of children’s fever and pain medications.
Walgreens said by statement, “Retailers nationwide are experiencing supplier fulfillment challenges due to increased demand of over-the-counter pediatri…
Omnibus bill halts PAYGO cuts to providers
The $1.7 trillion omnibus spending package expected to pass Congress this week prevents some Medicare cuts and the statutory Pay-As-You-Go sequester, to the relief of the American Hospital Association.
Hospitals were facing cuts of more than 10% to Me…
Mass General Brigham suffers $2.3 billion in financial losses
Mass General Brigham has reported a loss of $2.3 billion for the year due to challenges faced by all health systems over staffing expenses, inflation, a decline in discharges and other financial pressures.
The loss includes a nonoperating loss of $1.8 …
Proposed rule strengthens equity and behavioral health in Medicare Advantage program
For the first time, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services is proposing to establish a health equity index in the Medicare Advantage and Part D Star Ratings program that would reward excellent care for underserved populations. The proposed rule …
Bright Health is in danger of being delisted due to stock price
Bright Health Group is in danger of being delisted by the New York Stock Exchange.
On December 6, the Minneapolis-based insurance company received written notice from the New York Stock Exchange that it was not in compliance with the continued listing …
Telehealth’s future after the end of the public health emergency
When the current public health emergency ends, so do many of the waivers put in place to help providers through the pandemic. Telehealth is the big exception, getting an additional 151 days before a loss of flexibilities such as the ability for patient…
