Policy and Legislation
The goal is to connect those experiencing a mental health crisis to a behavioral health specialist, rather than law enforcement.
HRSA has given a 60-day grace period to come into compliance but still strongly encourages providers to meet the deadline.
Reconciliation bill's addition of vision, hearing and dental to original Medicare should not come at the cost of MA plans, BMA says.
Hospitals are treating sicker patients and spending more for labor, supplies and equipment as people continue to put off care.
CDC said the funding will help personnel prevent infections more effectively, support rapid response and enhance laboratory capacity.
CMS is also expanding services provided by Federally-facilitated Marketplace Navigators, who help consumers understand benefits.
Deferred patient care due to COVID-19 contributed to UnitedHealthcare's lack of spending.
The decision to exercise enforcement discretion for the payer-to-payer policy doesn't affect any other existing regulatory requirements.
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Health plans hire ConsejoSano to create culturally appropriate content, but the company can't reach members by text.