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Provider Perspective: Formulary Changes Can Be Dangerous
By R. Michael BlaeseA doctor says health plans should make exceptions when covered drug list changes affect patient safety.
March 08, 2012
N.J. Governor Proposes $32.1 Billion BudgetThe president of a nursing home group testified that state aid cuts have hammered his members.
March 08, 2012
Ways and Means OKs IPAB Killer Bill by Voice VoteH.R. 452 would ax a new board that could set Medicare provider payment rates without judicial review.
March 08, 2012
New York to Insurers, Providers: Fix the Out-of-Network Billing MessStories of patients undergoing in-network operations and getting hit with out-of-network bills are prompting a call by New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo for insurers and healthcare providers to improve billing practices.
March 08, 2012
The Catch: PPACA JittersEmployers are nervous about the future, voluntary benefits sellers are optimistic, and more.
March 08, 2012
Ways and Means OKs IPAB Killer Bill by Voice VoteH.R. 452 would ax a new board that could set Medicare provider payment rates without judicial review.
March 08, 2012
Poll: Americans Don't Like PPACA, Don't Fear ItEven some who want oppose the law are less afraid that it will hurt the quality of the care they get.
March 08, 2012
Poll: Americans Don't Like PPACA, Don't Fear ItEven some who want oppose the law are less afraid that it will hurt the quality of the care they get.