Payer+Provider's Health System Review
November 18, 2019
Improvements in vision from innovative treatments generated $5.1 to $8.2 billion in patient benefits.
November 15, 2019
Annual spending by U.S. public programs and beneficiaries nearly doubled from $5.3 billion to $10.3 billion from 2012 to 2016.
The final rule for hospitals, which goes into effect in 2021, includes the ability for CMS to impose civil monetary penalties of $300 per day.
November 14, 2019
Since open enrollment for 2020 plans began two weeks ago, there are 244,183 fewer ACA enrollees.
No reason was given for the decision, which negates plans that would have resulted in a system ranking among the biggest U.S. nonprofits.
The findings refute assertions that a reduction in drug spending would endanger access to life-saving drugs.
A proposed rule seeks to stop the numerous schemes known to CMS that states have used to circumvent federal statute.
November 13, 2019
Some hospitals are prioritizing sicker patients first, while others are playing it safe, giving organs to less critical patients.
Witty will continue his duties as CEO of Optum.