Physicians’ earnings are on the rise, but the coronavirus has had a dampening effect, and many practices are struggling.
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AHA asks UnitedHealthcare to roll back emergency department claims policy
The American Hospital Association has sent a letter to UnitedHealthcare urging the health insurer to rescind a new policy that would allow it to retroactively reject emergency department claims.
AI embedded in the EHR helps prevent adverse medication interactions
Hospital executives were given a cost-benefit analysis of error avoidance with an estimated savings of $6 million a year.
UnitedHealthcare temporarily reverses ER claims denial policy after backlash
Pressure from industry groups caused the insurer to balk, though the policy is still slated to take effect when the pandemic ends.
Kaiser Permanente joins federal effort to vaccinate 70% of adults by July 4
The health system is giving $10 million in community grants and offering incentives such as trips to theme parks and national parks.
Employer health costs projected to rise 6.5% in 2022 due in part to COVID-19
The return of deferred care will increase utilization and health spending, as will investment in new technologies.
Physician compensation remained modest but steady throughout the pandemic, new MGMA report finds
“MGMA’s modest compensation findings belie the turmoil of 2020,” says CEO and president Dr. Halee Fischer-Wright.
Biden bolsters payments for at-home COVID-19 vaccinations for Medicare beneficiaries
Medicare is incentivizing providers and will pay an additional $35 per dose for vaccine administration in a beneficiary’s home.
UnitedHealthcare looks to retroactively deny emergency room claims
The policy is an attempt to curb healthcare costs, but some providers are worried it could lead to lower reimbursement.
Biogen teaming with Cigna, CVS Health to increase access to its Alzheimer’s drug
The company will enter into a value-based contract with Cigna and an initiative with CVS Health based on screening and education.
