During January and February, demand for N95 face masks surged, up 400% and 585%, respectively.
Category: Healthcare Finance News
Supreme Court to hear Affordable Care Act case next term
Insurer organizations pointed to the current uncertainty with the ACA that they hope will be stabilized in the high court’s decision.
One third of Americans concerned about their ability to afford healthcare, poll shows
Nearly 80% of likely voters believe reducing healthcare costs should be a high priority for the next president.
President Trump to address HIMSS20 on Monday
This is the first time a sitting president will address the annual global healthcare conference that attracts about 40,000 people.
FTC and Pennsylvania challenge proposed merger of two Philly hospital systems
The complaint charges that the merger would eliminate the competition that has traditionally benefited patients.
AHA, ANA, ask Congress for $1 billion for healthcare workers to fight the coronavirus
The emergency request is in addition to the other funding being considered by Congress for COVID-19 preparedness and response efforts.
Michigan doc charged in $120 million healthcare fraud, money laundering scheme
Francisco Patino was allegedly portrayed as a legitimate doctor through the publication of a diet book and plan described as the "next Atkins."
CMS selects 205 applicants for new Emergency Triage, Treat and Transport Model
Ambulance care teams will have greater flexibility to address the emergency needs of Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries following a 911 call.
ACO implementation program Caravan Health looks to digital with acquisition of Wellpepper
Caravan has acquired the startup’s tech, staff and customers.
Moral distress among physicians caring for older adults a persistent strain of burnout
Moral distress has been correlated with traumatic stress, burnout, depression and even intent to leave a position or profession.
