Policy and Legislation
Insurers argue the bill would 'weaponize' the Department of Labor by allowing it to sue an insurer for not covering mental health benefits.
Hospitals logged $39.3 million in improper Medicare Part B payments from 2016 to 2021, a new audit has found.
NACDS also wants to establish a Medicare reimbursement pathway for pharmacy care services including vaccinations and therapeutics.
The partnerships are a component of Biden's Cancer Moonshot goals, which aim to close the cancer screening gap.
More than 107,000 Americans died from drug overdoses in 2021, an increase of more than 15% from 2020.
The groups indicate further court action is coming due to continued problems with the interim and final rules.
While spending cuts will be needed, more taxes will be required to ensure the short-term stability of the program, Urban Institute found.
The administration is suggesting reforms to the way behavioral health is financed, particularly through programs such as Medicaid.
A small percentage of providers are engaging in "high risk billing," which poses a risk to Medicare, OIG found.
More than 370 organizations said the short-term nature of the temporary policies adds uncertainty into the healthcare system.