Synapse Health Management of Durable Medical Equipment Under UnitedHealthcare
Starting September 2026, Synapse Health manages DME for UnitedHealthcare, enhancing efficiency and care continuity for members across several states.
Medicare Advantage Contract Dispute in Washington Highlights Vertical Integration Risks
A contract dispute between Optum and Humana in Washington state spotlights risks of vertical integration in Medicare Advantage, impacting senior beneficiaries and market competition.
Aetna, Providence Reach Multi-Year Network Agreement in Oregon
Aetna and Providence Health & Services finalize a multi-year agreement restoring network access in Oregon, affecting over 300,000 commercial members and Medicare Advantage plans in southern Oregon.
Cleveland Clinic Joins AmeriHealth Caritas Florida Network in 2026
Starting 2026, Cleveland Clinic expands healthcare access through AmeriHealth Caritas Florida’s network, enhancing provider options for Marketplace and Medicare Advantage members in South Florida.
Class Action Alleges Blue Shield Ghost Network Limits Mental Health Access
A class action lawsuit accuses Blue Shield of California and Magellan Health of maintaining a ghost network of mental health providers, impacting patient access and regulatory compliance.
Cigna Health Settles $1.07M Lawsuit Over Provider Misclassification in LocalPlus Plans
Cigna Health agreed to a $1.07 million settlement resolving a class action lawsuit over misclassification of out-of-network providers as in-network in LocalPlus plans, affecting balance billing and claims payouts.