Policy and Legislation
A new report by HHS Secretary Alex Azar is calling for congressional action to combat surprise billing and to promote price transparency.
Among other provisions, the bill extends the 5% advanced APM bonus for an additional six years and modifies thresholds to achieve the bonus.
The order reinstates a previously withdrawn rule mandating PBMs to give the rebate savings to consumers, rather than health plans.
Industry groups said the funds are necessary to ensure that hospitals can continue to effectively respond to the pandemic.
The funds may be used to hire staff, start infection control programs, increase testing or provide technology to connect residents with families.
The lawsuit alleges a Trump Administration rule makes it easier for providers and insurers to discriminate against protected groups.
Diameter Health's John D'Amore discusses how interoperability is happening at scale today in the U.S. and what the future will bring.
Pfizer will deliver the doses in the U.S. if the product receives Emergency Use Authorization or licensure from the FDA.
The signatories contend that, by requiring hospitals to post real prices, patients will be better able to evaluate their options.
The plans do not comply with the comprehensive benefits of the Affordable Care Act.