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Medicare's updated physician fee schedule includes efficiency adjustments and recalculations that will reduce payments for many doctors, impacting physician income and patient access. Workforce shortages and policy adjustments underscore significant challenges in Medicare reimbursement.
Rising auto insurance rates in the U.S. are prompting dealerships and manufacturers to adopt embedded insurance and digital platforms, streamlining insurance purchases and managing repair costs with OEM parts.
Susan McGeehan received the W. Fred Cottrell Alumni Award for leadership in Medicaid managed care, LTSS, and integrated aging services, shaping policy and practice in long-term care.
Recent U.S. healthcare updates cover a $34.8M Medicare fraud case, HHS action on organ recovery agency safety, youth fitness legislation, and ACIP's hepatitis B vaccine deliberations.
Alexandra Gehrke faces sentencing for a $600 million Medicare healthcare fraud scheme targeting elderly patients, highlighting regulatory and compliance challenges in healthcare billing and Medicare oversight.
Texas Department of Insurance investigation leads to prison sentence for former insurance agent overcharging $300K in premiums on surety bond for Maverick County Solid Waste Authority.
A National Bureau of Economic Research study links U.S. hospital mergers to higher costs, staffing cuts, and increased patient mortality, highlighting risks of healthcare consolidation.
Mortgage rates in the U.S. drop following the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut, leading to increased refinancing demand and potential modest home sales growth. Insights on market trends.
Explore the impact and regulatory context of homeowners insurance cancellations, including lender requirements, force-placed insurance implications, and steps for securing replacement coverage in compliance with state rules.
