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Tax Avoidance by Major U.S. Healthcare Corporations Raises Coverage and Care Concerns

Major U.S. healthcare corporations have avoided over $34 billion in taxes since 2017, impacting patient care quality and health coverage. Experts call for tax reforms and corporate accountability.

HHS OIG Identifies Errors in NGS Medicare Cost Report Desk Reviews

HHS OIG finds widespread errors in Medicare cost report desk reviews by NGS and recommends enhanced reviewer training and procedures to improve audit accuracy and compliance.

Trump Administration Healthcare Regulatory Agenda Update 2025

Overview of the 2025 federal healthcare regulatory agenda under the Trump administration, including Medicare rules, ACA integrity measures, and ongoing regulatory reviews impacting healthcare compliance and payer/provider operations.

Five Arizona Hospitals Earn Top Five-Star Quality Ratings in Federal Update

Five Arizona hospitals achieved five-star Medicare quality ratings in the latest federal review, with none in the lowest rating tier, reflecting strong statewide healthcare performance.

Northern Light Health Seeks Higher Reimbursement from Anthem Amid Contract Dispute

Northern Light Health may end its contract with Anthem if reimbursement rates do not increase to match inflationary costs, impacting healthcare access in Maine. Ongoing negotiations focus on sustainable payment models between provider and insurer.

Liberty HealthShare Provides Non-Profit Healthcare Sharing as Alternative to Rising U.S. Insurance Costs

Liberty HealthShare offers a non-profit, faith-based healthcare sharing alternative to traditional U.S. health insurance amidst rising premiums and claim denials, emphasizing transparency and member-centric care.

Friends of Jack Foundation Receives $10,000 from Liberty Mutual Make More Happen Awards

Friends of Jack Foundation awarded $10,000 by Liberty Mutual and Safeco Insurance through Make More Happen Awards to support child life specialists and community programs.

SafeRide Health Ranks in Top 7% of Fastest-Growing U.S. Private Companies

SafeRide Health ranks No. 358 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, marking its rapid growth among U.S. private companies specializing in non-emergency medical transportation for Medicaid and Medicare Advantage populations.

Pennsylvania Home Health Agencies Warn of Crisis Amid Aging Population, Staffing Shortages

Pennsylvania’s home health care agencies face staffing shortages and low Medicaid reimbursement rates amid a rising elderly population, prompting calls for increased state funding to sustain vital in-home services.

Impact of Insurance Cost Warning Signs on Patient Communication in Healthcare

New studies reveal that insurance warning signs in healthcare settings may discourage patients from discussing health issues, affecting care quality and costs. Insights for providers on balancing cost transparency with patient communication.