Jeff Lagasse
This spending growth resulted from strong federal support in 2020 and waning support in 2021, the numbers showed.
The move was made to avoid potential staffing issues and to give healthcare workers more time to comply.
The expectation is that customers will be able to minimize the risk of missing rebate program revenue targets and receive rebate funds more quickly.
Costs per single treatment for drugs administered in hospitals were an average of $7,000 more than those purchased through specialty pharmacies.
With specialty drug costs projected to reach $505 billion by 2023 by the company's estimates, Optum has tapped into a potential market opportunity.
Sara Serritella of the University of Chicago will spin her tale during the HIMSS22 annual conference in Orlando next month.
Alcohol use has been on the rise, and nearly 60% of people have increased their drinking during the pandemic, numbers show.
UnitedHealthcare, for its part, is negotiating to bring Mayo in-network for MA members, citing the importance of continuity of care.
The bill comes in the wake of a U.S. Supreme Court decision blocking President Biden's nationwide vaccine mandate for large employers.
Kaiser Chair and CEO Greg Adams said the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the system, leading to income and margin pressures.