Category: Healthcare Finance News

Omnicare and parent company CVS Health accused of prescription drug fraud

Lawsuit alleges Omnicare pushed invalid drugs out the door as quickly as possible to make more money.

Surprise billing, drug prices left to 2020

Insurers got repeal of the Cadillac tax, HIT and an extension of silver loading in year-end spending package.

Mayo Clinic names first chief digital officer

Rita Khan, who comes to the health system from UnitedHealthcare, will guide digital strategy and spearhead the launch of Mayo’s new Center for Digital Health.

Affordable Care Act numbers stabilize at enrollment deadline

CMS gave consumers two extra days to sign up, as not all of the half a million people who wanted to enroll were able to do so by December 15.

Legislators question insurers about surprise billing practices

House Energy and Commerce Committee also sends letters to physician staffing firms.

Sutter Health settles antitrust case for $575 million

The antitrust case could have nationwide implications for how health systems negotiate with insurers.

Doctors’ online reviews show more polarization, have more impact than those of other industries

The polarizing effects of a disappointing patient experience are more dangerous to medical practices than other businesses.

CMS final rule requires ACA insurers to collect separate payment for abortions

Rule would pertain to 18 states that have health plans that offer coverage of non-Hyde abortion services.

Patient loyalty to healthcare providers is at risk over transparency, finds AccessOne survey

Most consumers say providers’ willingness to share price information prior to service is a critical factor in determining where to seek care.

PillPack, BCBS of Massachusetts, offer direct integration for drug delivery

A digital option allows members to switch to PillPack directly from their Blue Cross MyBlue member app or website.