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Regulators draft PPACA complaint codes
By Allison BellAn NAIC panel wants to update the standard complaint form to reflect the new health law.
December 17, 2013
Doctor vacancies soar as PPACA rolls outAMN Healthcare said the vacancy rate for physicians at hospitals now approaches 18 percent, while the vacancy rate for nurses is 17 percent.
December 17, 2013
Nevada exchange posts vendor pay updatesThe marketplace still owes large sums to Xerox, Public Consulting Group, CSG and Milliman.
December 17, 2013
Seniors can benefit from annuitiesBut advisors must follow certain guidelines when selling to this age group.
December 17, 2013
More patients ask for care pricesBut patients may be less likely to use other cost-control strategies.
December 17, 2013
More patients ask for care pricesBut patients may be less likely to use other cost-control strategies.
December 17, 2013
Magellan tumbles as forecast misses expectationsAnalysts are wondering if much of the shortfall is due to PPACA taxes.
December 17, 2013
Carrier updates LTCI commission structureGenworth says rates for sales of a new product will improve in 11 states.