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Those who reported harassment said bullying resulted in burnout, depression and other ill health effects.
Countries that spent more on social services tended to spend more on healthcare, even after adjusting for poverty and unemployment rates.
The primary reason for noncompliance was that most providers don't send records electronically even when so requested.
Numerous states reported requested rate decreases and only three have double-digit increases.
The new organization, yet to be named, will be one of the largest nonprofit health organizations in Massachusetts and the surrounding region.
It could be several months before the deal is finalized, though the agreement itself is projected to be completed this fall.
Part D plan sponsors mainly used five PBMs in 2016: CVS Caremark, OptumRx, Express Scripts, Medimpact and Argus.
The rapid adoption of digital technologies is considered beneficial to providers, but it can lead to cybersecurity gaps.
Between 2013 and 2017, hospital prices for inpatient services increased 19%, translating to about 4.5% per year.
The expansion marks a nearly 300% increase in product offerings compared to 2019.