Tag: Healthcare Regulation

Public Health Emergency in Washington: HHS Responds to Flooding Crisis

The HHS declares a public health emergency in Washington due to flooding, enhancing healthcare access for affected Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries.

UnitedHealth Group's Shareholder Resolution: A Call for Transparency in Acquisitions

Explore the shareholder resolution urging UnitedHealth Group to disclose acquisition impacts, emphasizing transparency in insurance and healthcare operational changes.

Legal Challenge to HHS: Impact on Gender-Affirming Care and Insurance

Oregon's lawsuit against HHS raises major questions about gender-affirming care regulations, impacting insurance compliance and patient access across states.

CMS Introduces ACO LEAD: Revolutionizing Medicare's Value-Based Care

Discover how CMS's ACO LEAD model enhances Medicare's value-based care, addressing provider participation challenges and improving care for high-need patients.

UnityPoint Health Acquires MercyOne: Insurance Plan Changes Ahead

UnityPoint Health's acquisition of MercyOne raises concerns over insurance plan changes. Stay informed about your options for continued patient access and care.

No UPCODE Act: Transforming Medicare Advantage Payments for Insurers

Explore the No UPCODE Act's impact on Medicare Advantage, its implications for insurers, and how it aims to curb upcoding practices to enhance financial integrity.

Final Sentencing in Arizona Medicare Insurance Fraud Case

Explore the significant sentencing of Arizona business owners in a healthcare fraud case targeting Medicare. Understand the implications for insurers and compliance.

Mastering Medicare Incident-to Billing in Mental Health for Compliance and Reimbursement

Insight into Medicare incident-to billing rules for mental health, focusing on compliance, audits, telehealth supervision, and payer risk strategies to maximize reimbursement and avoid recoupments.

Congressional Hearing Explores Healthcare Costs, Technology, and Regulation

Congressional hearing investigates rising U.S. healthcare costs, examining regulatory roles and the impact of medical technology innovations on affordability.

CMS 2026 Medicare OPPS and ASC Final Rule Advances Site-Neutral Payments and Expands Price Transparency

CMS finalizes 2026 Medicare outpatient payment rule with expanded site-neutral payments, enhanced hospital price transparency, and telehealth supervision provisions affecting hospitals and ASCs nationwide.