The companies points to telehealth and virtual care as areas of vulnerability, and sees ransomware attacks as an ongoing threat.
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HHS: Biden’s FY22 budget will invest in pandemic preparedness, expanding affordable care
Targets for investment include the Strategic National Stockpile, the CDC, and mental health and substance use disorders.
Payers’ digital transformation hindered by lack of vision, says Deloitte
About half of the leaders surveyed identified this lack of vision as an impediment to these ongoing digital transformation initiatives.
Increasing telehealth utilization boosts member satisfaction with health plans
Significantly increased telehealth utilization and greater adoption of digital communication channels has helped U.S. health plans boost their popularity among members during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the new J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Commercial M…
Healthcare costs for a family of four decrease for the first time in history
For the first time in the 16-year history of the Milliman Medical Index, healthcare costs for a family of four have actually decreased, with the numbers dipping primarily because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the annual MMI report found.
The MMI, published…
Providing more low-value care doesn’t lead to higher patient experience ratings
There was no direct link between low-value care exposure and favorable patient ratings.
CMS encouraging gig workers from Uber, Lyft and others to sign up for Affordable Care Act coverage
Large online platforms have pledged to provide their workforces with information on affordable coverage.
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.
