The announcements point to the company’s financial recovery from the pandemic.
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AMA president on the ACA: Americans must have ‘affordable, meaningful coverage’
In a virtual town hall Thursday, policy experts weighed in on pivotal healthcare issues in the upcoming election, including the Affordable Care Act.
CMS announces new repayment terms for Medicare loans to providers during COVID-19 pandemic
Repayment will now begin one year from the issuance date of each provider or supplier’s accelerated or advance payment.
Physician compensation at Midwest rural hospitals is higher than the national average
Rural facilities tend to pay physicians more due to the difficulty in recruiting new talent to rural communities.
21 Medicare Advantage plans earn 5 stars in CMS release of star ratings
Some 77% of Medicare beneficiaries who enroll in Medicare Advantage plans with drug coverage will be in plans with 4 or more stars.
Keeping frontline healthcare workers physically and psychologically safe is paramount during the COVID-19 pandemic
Data should be used in ways that foster openness, communication and a better work environment for caregivers.
RWJBarnabas Health’s most valuable resource during the pandemic? Its clinicians
RWJBarnabas is partnering with St. Peter’s and will announce a definitive agreement to acquire Trinitas Regional Medical Center.
HHS announces $20 billion in new relief funding but there will be no legislation before the election
Eligible providers will get payment of 2% of annual revenue from patient care plus an add-on payment.
Civil vice presidential debate short on answers as VP Pence evades question on plan to replace ACA
President Trump says he will not participate in the next presidential debate on Thursday, October 15, if it’s virtual, as planned.
New rule on foreign drug importation is likely to result in additional costs, undercutting cost-saving goal
New complexities will cost money to implement, which could hinder potential savings and hurt innovation.
