Susan Morse
Medicaid is often the highest line item in rural budgets, says Families USA executive director.
Among other changes, the rule shortens the open enrollment period starting in 2027.
Increasingly, payers are using AI and data analytics for member interactions and for provider networks based on outcomes and cost.
To achieve its goal, Humana told investors it's set several targets, including increasing preventative care visits by 20% this year.
Some physicians have already stopped care and one organization says decision will criminalize providers.
The ambulatory surgical center market, aided by AI to enhance care coordination and surgical outcomes, is growing.
Provider performance intelligence is rapidly becoming a business lever, not just a compliance requirement.
The American Public Health Association and others challenged the cancellation of the research grants that funded biomedical research.