The Novartis cancer drug has the potential to be one of the most expensive oncology drugs ever sold. Soaring prices for cancer drugs have led many patients to cut back on treatment.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services this week released Hospice Compare. the measurements of quality, which are self-reported by hospices, have limited utility, some experts say.
Most states would let insurers compensate for the termination of payments by raising premiums substantially for silver plans offered through the marketplaces, the Congressional Budget Office said.
Physicians believe the simplicity of single-payer would create fewer distractions and enable them to focus on taking care of patients rather than reimbursement.
