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Insurer will cover rapid and ultra-rapid whole genome sequencing done by Rady Children's Institute for Genomic Medicine.
The program has increased vaccination rates, decreased vaccine-preventable illnesses and reduced social and racial disparities.
Cigna and Aetna said they are waiving consumer co-pays, cost sharing and other out-of-pocket costs.
In California, providers are expected to manage a population without reimbursement outside of medical care, expert says.
Ambulance care teams will have greater flexibility to address the emergency needs of Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries following a 911 call.
States where it operates Medicaid plans have asked for quality coverage while containing rising healthcare costs, insurer says.
Proposed surprise medical bill legislation has coincided with a significant number of insurance contract terminations.
Patients rate their satisfaction just as highly if their doctor is white or African-American, man or woman.
Lack of information on key financing aspects is preventing ACOs from signing on, says NAACOS president.
Understanding contract loopholes, and being self-advocates during negotiations, can help community hospitals increase their collections.