Medicare & Medicaid

Nationally, medical expenditures earmarked for obesity and related ailments rose 29 percent from 2001 to 2015. Here's a look at which states spend the most, and least, treating the condition.

Community-based interdisciplinary care management models that take a holistic, patient-centered approach by pinpointing access and engagement have been shown to successfully transform the lives of this dual-eligible population with their complex set of needs.

The changes have been praised by the American Association of Physician Assistants, which said past restrictions have forced patients into uncomfortable choices.

Supporters maintained that tax increases would be offset by the elimination of insurance premiums, copays and other costs.

The number of accountable care organizations in the United States is steadily increasing, with over 32 million people now receiving their care through an ACO.

Even though many practices do not provide the option, those that do saw greater primary care revenue and brought in patients that were slightly healthier, a new study says.

Molina also said that a contracting consultant for the department had "financial ties" to a company affiliated with the winning bidder.

A urologist built an APM from scratch because some specialists can be left wanting when it comes to APM options, as they lack a ready-made framework under MACRA.

Pittsburgh's Oncology Hematology Associates is one of just 192 physician practices selected to participate in the value-based care program.

In Kentucky, the first state to receive approval for a Medicaid work requirement, 15 beneficiaries have filed a lawsuit.