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Policy and Legislation

By Jeff Lagasse | 04:31 pm | March 17, 2020
The savings are due in part to strict price-reporting controls on pharmaceutical companies and the continuance of drug manufacturer rebates.
By Susan Morse | 03:34 pm | March 17, 2020
Paradise Medical Group is running a virtual practice as the federal government has announced expanded access to telehealth services.
By Jeff Lagasse | 12:45 pm | March 17, 2020
Twenty-six percent of U.S. adults say they're "much more likely" to support such policy initiatives, while 15% say they're somewhat more likely.
By Susan Morse | 05:50 pm | March 16, 2020
Providers ask for $1 billion to care for patients and to ensure they can get personal protection equipment.
By Susan Morse | 06:52 pm | March 13, 2020
The designation frees up billions in funding for states and relaxes rules for providers and the federal government.
By Jeff Lagasse | 04:40 pm | March 13, 2020
Low-income beneficiaries are more likely to choose Medicare Advantage, and they assume less financial burden than those in FFS Medicare.
By Jeff Lagasse | 12:50 pm | March 13, 2020
Among the recommendations are requiring coverage of preventive services with no cost-sharing and expanding resources for health workers.
By Susan Morse | 11:06 am | March 13, 2020
President Trump is expected to make an emergency disaster declaration today at 3 p.m
By Jeff Lagasse | 05:11 pm | March 12, 2020
Under strict proposals, in-network negotiated hospital prices could be cut by 31% to 40%, saving up to $124 billion annually.
By HIMSS TV | 08:30 am | March 12, 2020
Omar Fikree, vice president at Mubadala Investment Company, is working toward collaborating with a number of reputable regulators to shape digital health.