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CEO
Mass General Brigham, CVS Primary Care Deal Could Have a $40M Hidden Cost of Access
A report finds expanded access from the partnership may significantly add new spending through higher prices and referral patterns.
CFO
In Connecticut, Doctors Now Sue Patients Most Over Medical Bills, Surpassing Hospitals
Many hospital systems in Connecticut have stopped suing their patients over unpaid bills, stung by criticism about the harm caused...
CEO
Drugmakers raised prices on hundreds of meds despite Trump deals, Senate Democrats' report finds
President Donald Trump has repeatedly said his deals with drugmakers would bring down prescription drug prices in the U.S. But...
CEO
Rising Patient Cost Sharing Is Creating Financial Risk for Rural Hospitals
Growing patient responsibility is forcing rural providers to confront a new source of strain, and rethink collections and service strategy.
CFO
The Exec: How One CFO Turns Revenue Cycle Discipline Into a Financial Advantage
With over 17 years at Western Missouri Medical Center, Lacey Bredehoeft-Fiene is focused on balancing operational efficiency, revenue cycle optimization,...
Revenue Cycle
HL Shorts: Driving Patient Loyalty Through Financial Education
By actively helping patients navigate programs to pay for their high healthcare costs, UHS is transforming the revenue cycle into...
Payer
She Owed Her Insurer a Nickel, So It Canceled Her Coverage
Her insurance broker told her not to worry, reassuring her that the plan was 'active.'
CEO
HL Shorts: How Hospitals Make Tough Calls to Control Costs
"It's about delivering the right care at the right time in the right care setting," says this hospital CEO.
Payer
Podcast: Steep Healthcare Costs Steer Americans to Tough Decisions
'Priced Out' tracks how people are responding to skyrocketing health insurance costs.
Payer
Rising Health Costs Push Some Middle-Aged Adults To Skip the Doc Until Medicare
The ACA has been a key source of healthcare coverage for people 50 through 64.
Payer
Many ACA Customers Are Paying Higher Premiums. Most Blame Trump and Republicans, Poll Finds.
Nearly 70% of those enrolled last year signed up again this year, often for less generous coverage.
Payer
Evidence Shows ACA's Mandated Benefits Alone Don't Drive Up Costs. The Debate Continues.
Without enhanced subsidies, the amount people pay toward monthly Obamacare premiums doubled, on average.