Tag: Healthcare Regulation

Healthcare Fraud Prevention and Regulatory Changes by Trump Administration

Explore the latest healthcare fraud prevention initiatives and CMS policy reforms aimed at enhancing program integrity and compliance in the healthcare sector.

Proposed Changes to Medicare Payment Systems Impacting Small Hospitals

Discover the proposed Medicare rule changes for hospital payment systems and its impact on small entities. Stakeholders urged to submit feedback by June 2026.

Allstate Legal Action Against Fraudulent Healthcare Practices

Allstate files a lawsuit alleging auto insurance fraud involving a Houston family and healthcare businesses, seeking damages for fraudulent medical claims.

Florida Nursing Assistant Sentenced for $11.4 Million Medicare Fraud

A Florida nursing assistant sentenced to 9 years for $11.4M Medicare fraud scheme. Highlights regulatory compliance challenges in the Medicare system.

CMS Proposes 2.4% Increase in Hospital Payments for Fiscal 2027

CMS proposes a 2.4% rise in hospital payments for FY 2027, impacting Medicare and healthcare quality reporting systems.

Reevaluating Certificate of Need Laws to Improve Healthcare Competition

Explore the impact of Certificate of Need laws on healthcare costs and competition, as states debate reforms to enhance access and affordability in healthcare.

OPM Proposes New Medical Data Access Policy Raising Privacy Concerns

The OPM proposes a new policy for medical data access, raising privacy concerns among insurers and legal experts. Will it impact health insurance practices?

Federal Policy Impacting Medicare Coverage for Immigrants

Explore the new federal policy affecting Medicare coverage for immigrants, its economic consequences, and implications for the insurance industry.

CMS Proposes Changes to Medicare SNF PPS and Quality Measures

CMS proposes changes to the Medicare SNF PPS, suggesting a 2.4% rate adjustment and adjustments to quality measures. Insights for industry professionals included.

Hospitals Challenge HHS DSH Payment Modifications in Lawsuit

120+ hospitals have filed a lawsuit against HHS over DSH payment changes, seeking a return to pre-2004 calculations due to significant financial losses.