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Finance
UnitedHealth's Q1 Financials Shrug Off Change Breach Debacle
The mega-payer reports a $1.41 billion loss in the first quarter, but still surpasses analysts' expectations.
Clinical Care
77% of U.S. Docs Are Employees
Payers, private equity and pharmacy chains own more physician practices (30.1%) than do hospitals (28.4%).
Finance
Nonprofit Hospitals' Tax Breaks Outweigh Spending on Charity Care
A study by the Lown Institute puts the spotlight on the value of nonprofits' community contributions.
Post-Acute
Concerns Grow Over Quality of Care as Investor Groups Buy Not-for-Profit Nursing Homes
For-profit companies, including private equity groups and real estate investment trusts, are snapping up struggling not-for-profit nursing homes.
Payer
Infographic: 4 Reasons BCBS Was Squeezed In 2023
The insurer saw a minimal net gain after experiencing massive costs.
Payer
Show Us The Money: Payers Cry Foul Over Possible MA Rate Cuts
The recent proposed MA rate cuts could cut into payers? profits, and payers are fighting back.
Payer
Without Medicare Part B's Shield, Patient's Family Owes $81K for a Single Air-Ambulance Flight
Sky-high bills from air-ambulance providers have sparked complaints and federal action in recent years.
Pharma
AGs Urge Federal Action on PBM 'Abuses'
A bipartisan coalition of 39 AGs wants Congress and the FTC 'to ensure fulsome regulation of PBMs nationwide.'
Strategy
CEO POV: Local Ownership vs Private Equity
How do you balance financial priorities with quality patient care?
Finance
Why CVS Health's New CFO Will Impact Healthcare Market Dynamics
CVS Health announced a new CFO, a move that signals its commitment to adapting to market dynamics and staying ahead...
Extra Fees Drive Assisted Living Profits
Highly profitable facilities often charge $5,000 a month or more and then layer on fees at every step.