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States where it operates Medicaid plans have asked for quality coverage while containing rising healthcare costs, insurer says.
Proposed surprise medical bill legislation has coincided with a significant number of insurance contract terminations.
Patients rate their satisfaction just as highly if their doctor is white or African-American, man or woman.
Lack of information on key financing aspects is preventing ACOs from signing on, says NAACOS president.
Understanding contract loopholes, and being self-advocates during negotiations, can help community hospitals increase their collections.
The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide is more than 60,000, with the 15th known person infected in the United States.
The average potential surprise bill ranged from $86 for medical imaging specialists to more than $8,000 for surgical assistants.
Multiple factors contributed to the increases, including higher volumes and revenues, despite increases in bad debt and charity care.
Blueprint includes cuts for care in hospital outpatient departments, teaching hospitals and post-acute care providers, AHA says.
Interest rates remain at historic lows and purchase price multipliers will likely be attractive to purchasers.