Patient Engagement
Facility fees create confusion and increase costs for consumers, such as greater out-of-pocket expenses and higher premiums, the report says.
The Commission rescinded earlier guidance that was opposed to increased regulatory oversight and transparency of PBMs.
The managed care organizations in the review denied one out of every eight requests for prior authorization in 2019.
McIver will lead AHIP's health equity initiatives, setting and driving strategies to improve health equity for underrepresented communities.
The grant awards are part of ongoing federal efforts in prevention, treatment, recovery support and harm reduction, HHS said.
HIMSS23
Real dogs and an automated puppy tell the story of patient experience and technology in healthcare.
The administration wants to educate consumers about the new Medicare prescription drug benefits under the Inflation Reduction Act.
CMS is also proposing to simplify the current performance-based payment structure for MDPP.
Sixteen out of 24 specialties saw an in-person follow-up after an office visit more often than after a telehealth visit.
Data showed a 16.6% increase in the price of drugs in shortage, driven mostly by an increase in the price of generics.