Jeff Lagasse
The underlying principles behind the plan, according to HHS, are competition, innovation and transparency.
UnitedHealth Group says such a shift would reduce spending by 59%.
The APM achieved statistically significant Medicare gross spending reductions at both the ACO and state levels.
More than 73% of those ages 12 to 18 have received one shot, while 92.4% of those older than 65 have received at least one dose.
States with 1332 reinsurance waivers will have more pass-through funding to implement the waivers.
Centene said the move will better align with the company's strategy and build stronger brand awareness.
The funding is expected to decrease stress on hospital staff, increase hiring opportunities and decrease the risk of COVID-19 hospitalizations.
The ANA cited the Delta variant of COVID-19 as a complicating factor that has exacerbated workforce shortage challenges.
Powered by data analytics, the new offering will pinpoint union members' need to proactively manage their care.
The effort is part of a broader initiative to improve access to mental healthcare, according to the insurer.