Category: Healthcare Finance News

Public sentiment on healthcare deteriorating during COVID-19 pandemic

Overall, 60% rated the U.S. healthcare system as "poor" or "fair," compared to the 11% that rated it as "excellent."

CMS announces chronic kidney disease care model for Medicare beneficiaries

The model encourages increased use of home dialysis and kidney transplants to help improve the quality of life.

Private insurers pay 240% of what Medicare pays for hospital services

The American Hospital Association criticized the report as making broad claims about pricing based on a cherry-picked and limited data set.

Healthcare expenses for hospital employees increase in 2020, survey shows

Last year, executives said their first priority was to attract and retain talent; this year they are most concerned about mitigating rising costs.

Hospitals ask appeals court for a rehearing on 340B decision

At stake is $1.6 billion in payments per year to thousands of 340B hospitals that serve vulnerable populations, the AHA said.

Hospitals’ financial recovery will be tied to the health of the economy, before and after COVID-19

While healthcare has historically been resilient during economic downturns, the nature of this cycle introduces new challenges.

CMS issues roadmap for states to accelerate adoption of value-based care

The agency said the roadmap stresses the importance of multi-payer alignment in value-based care to drive care transformation.

Apple plants a flag in the home fitness market with Fitness+ for Apple Watch

The offering, consisting of original workout content tightly integrated with Apple Watch features, was announced at a virtual event yesterday.

Cigna launches Evernorth, in a rebrand of its health services portfolio

Evernorth’s use of data and analytics will provide a platform for health solutions, including for those without Cigna medical insurance. 

Hospital CEO turnover rate dipped in 2019 for the first time in five years

As more CEOs reach retirement age, health systems must prepare for their eventual departure.