Large online platforms have pledged to provide their workforces with information on affordable coverage.
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CMS proposes delaying drugmaker rule days after PhRMA sues
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has proposed to delay a rule requiring drugmakers to report their multiple best prices, including discounts offered to consumers, under Medicaid’s drug rebate program.
Congressional Democrats introduce public option legislation, prompting pushback from hospital groups
Congressional Democrats have issued a request for information on a potential bill that would create a public option for health coverage, prompting pushback from hospital groups who have concerns about the move.
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure confirmed to lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Providers and others applaud Brooks-LaSure’s work on the ACA and her advocacy on health equity issues and for the underserved.
Bassett Healthcare Network, Optum partner to advance quality care and better patient experiences
Optum will provide revenue cycle management, data and analytics capabilities in a revamp of Bassett’s operations.
HHS is dedicating $4.8 billion in ARP funds for COVID-19 testing for the uninsured
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, is earmarking $4.8 billion from the American Rescue Plan to support the HRSA COVID-19 Uninsured Program, HHS announced this week.
Intermountain and MDClone pairing saves money as both patients and populations are better understood
Two years ago, Intermountain started a venture fund to invest in companies that met its mission.
Geisinger and Noteworth launch virtual care platform to help control chronic diseases
Newly launched ConnectedCare365 offers remote patient monitoring, AI and data analysis tools.
OIG: CMS overpaid Anthem $3.4 million in Medicare Advantage payments
The errors occurred, OIG said, because the policies that Anthem had to detect and correct noncompliance were not always effective.
Eli Lilly files motion to prevent giving 340B drug discounts to contract pharmacies
Lilly continues to offer 100% of 340B discounts to covered entities but will not provide discounts to contract pharmacies, it says.
