Policy and Legislation

Jul 03 | Jeff Lagasse

Trump's transparency order could 'backfire' if not coupled with quality data, expert says

Some industry experts are guardedly optimistic about the order's intended effects, but opinions…

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Jul 01 | Jeff Lagasse

Medically unnecessary ambulance rides soar in New York after ACA expansion

Medically unnecessary rides may add to city congestion, slow response time to actual emergencies and threaten the…

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Jun 27 | Jeff Lagasse

Repeat emergency department users changed how they used EDs after gaining Medicaid coverage

Patients in Medicaid expansion states shifted their ED usage toward more critical injuries and…

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Jun 26 | Susan Morse

AMA files lawsuit to block law forcing physicians to give scripted information regarding abortion

North Dakota and eight other states have passed laws requiring providers to tell patients…

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Jun 25 | Jeff Lagasse

Proposed solutions to surprise medical bills a growing social risk for the healthcare industry, says Moody's

The impact of legislation to curb surprise medical bills would be pronounced for…

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Jun 25 | Mike Miliard

EHRA to CMS on IPPS rules: focus 'high-value' measures, keep 90-day reporting

The HIMSS EHR Association tells the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that the Promoting…

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Jun 25 | Susan Morse

Supreme Court will hear insurers' argument for billions in risk corridors funds

At question is whether a temporary cap on funds makes retroactive payments moot, even as insurers upheld their…

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Jun 24 | Susan Morse

President Trump signs executive order requiring hospitals and insurers to reveal their negotiated prices

American Hospital Association, America's Health Insurance Plans say order will…

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Jun 24 | Jeff Lagasse

Coverage losses, confusion in Arkansas months after state implements Medicaid work requirements

Not only were there no employment changes, but Medicaid coverage rates have been dropping due…

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Jun 19 | Jeff Lagasse

Democrats, Republicans agree politics should be taken out of health policymaking

Most respondents to a public opinion survey say evidence should have "a lot of influence" on…

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