Survey results indicate a need for people to become better-informed about their coverage, which is both a challenge and an opportunity for insurers.
Category: Healthcare Finance News
COVID-19 deaths among Black essential workers linked to racial disparities
Blacks were more likely to serve in several occupations deemed essential during the pandemic, from healthcare support to social work.
More than 1,000 hospitals call on HHS to end drugmakers’ “ill-conceived” 340B practices
In recent weeks several major drugmakers have stopped providing 340B pricing for safety-net hospitals.
GOP coronavirus relief bill fails to pass in Senate
Nothing in bill for hospitals other than funds for coronavirus testing; nothing on horizon until after the election.
Humana adds two new value-based payment programs for select Medicare Advantage plans
The programs are for coronary artery bypass grafting and shoulder replacements, and incentives clinicians to improve patient care and lower costs.
With telehealth here to stay, healthcare looks to sustain it through patient engagement
Thinking about telehealth as a site of care is a philosophical consideration for those looking to sustain success with the care model.
Saint Peter’s Healthcare System and RWJBarnabas Health finalize partnership
Saint Peter’s has been seeking a partner to allow it to maintain its Catholic mission and identity in a changing and competitive healthcare market.
MedPAC members weigh future of telehealth coverage
The commission, which advises Congress on issues affecting Medicare, put forth a number of options aimed at maximizing care access while minimizing risk.
The overall outlook for 2020 healthcare revenues improves following second quarter results
Moody’s warns of challenges ahead due in part to the repayment of Medicare advances, which could lead to less favorable liquidity.
Cigna expands its Affordable Care Act footprint
Expansion increases customer reach by 27%, adding 80 new counties in 2021.
