Discover how the consolidation of hospital systems is driving up U.S. healthcare costs through higher facility fees and insurance challenges. Legislation and consumer awareness are key to combating these rising expenses.
Mehmet Oz has commenced his leadership at CMS with plans for healthcare modernization and a crackdown on fraud. These changes aim to enhance care for America's most vulnerable groups while aligning Medicaid spending with its fundamental aims.
Exploring the challenges faced by rural hospitals with Medicare Advantage contracts, including lower reimbursement rates and resource-intensive administrative processes.
CMS has announced a significant 5.06% payment increase for Medicare Advantage plans for 2026, improving financial support amidst rising healthcare costs.
The Trump administration increases Medicare Advantage funding by $25 billion for 2026, impacting major insurance providers like UnitedHealthcare and Humana.
A recent survey indicates strong support among Americans for Medicaid reform, including work requirements and moving some recipients to Obamacare. Explore the findings and implications.
CMS has raised payments to Medicare Advantage plans by 5%, raising concerns over care quality for seniors. Critics decry potential overcharging and fraud.
Exploring the role of Advanced Practice Providers in alleviating physician shortages and the implications of AI in healthcare.
The DOJ is pressing forward with a lawsuit against UnitedHealth Group, challenging a special master’s report that found insufficient evidence against the health giant concerning Medicare Advantage payments.
An overview of Medicare fraud and its impact on government expenditures, highlighting necessary reforms to curb improper payments.
