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Federal Agencies Voice Concerns Over Consolidation, Private Equity in Healthcare
A new report by the Biden administration examines the negative impact of two oft-criticized trends in the industry.
Payer
In Settling Fraud Case, NY Medicare Advantage Insurer, CEO Will Pay up to $100M
Independent Health will make "guaranteed payments" of $34.5 million in installments from 2024 through 2028.
Technology
A Lesson for Healthcare Execs: Make Sure Your New Technology Isn't Fake
The founder and CEO of a medical device company has been convicted of selling an implantable medical device to providers...
Pharma
Opioid Maker Endo Health Solutions to Pay $1.1B, Forfeit $450M
It's the second-largest criminal financial penalty levied against a drug maker.
CFO
Baptist Health System Inc. to Pay $1.5M to Settle False Claims Allegations
The Jacksonville, Florida-based health system self-disclosed the improper discounts to encourage patient referrals.
Payer
Change Healthcare Attack: 4 Takeaways from the UnitedHealth Senate Hearing
"The fact that you're so big and so dominant, presents a special vulnerability."
CEO
FTC Antitrust Underenforcement Increases Hospital Prices
Federal regulators failed to properly enforce mergers over two decades.
CEO
New Federal Portal Urges Public to Report Healthcare Anticompetitive Practices
HealthyCompetition.gov is the latest effort by federal regulators to monitor the ongoing consolidation of the healthcare sector.
Payer
Braidwood’s Threat To Coverage: An Update
Oral arguments for the case were heard on Monday, and payers need to pay attention.
Revenue Cycle
MultiCare Faces Fraud Allegations in DOJ, Washington State Complaint
The allegations stem from a whistleblower lawsuit filed against a former neurosurgeon at Deaconness Hospital in Spokane.
CEO
FTC Enforcement Activity at its Highest Level in 20 Years
Healthcare is one of the industries facing increased scrutiny over dealmaking.
CEO
Community Health Network Settles False Claims Allegations for $345M
The Indianapolis-based nonprofit system has admitted no wrongdoing.