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COVID-19 Could Cut ER Use Permanently: UnitedHealth
By Allison BellER use "doesn't seem to be coming back up" as the pandemic eases, CEO Andrew Witty says on an earnings call.
July 13, 2021
Costco Offers Better Prices Than Medicare 50% of the Time: StudyAccording to USC research: 'It's time to fix incentives in the Medicare Part D system to put the patient first.'
July 13, 2021
Is It Time to Overhaul America's Social Insurance System?A new report considers changes in social insurance programs, from workforce training to health care, as the U.S. recovers from COVID.
July 12, 2021
How Biden's Plan Will Go After Industry GiantsIn health care and banking, it could be tough for the executive order to make much headway.
July 09, 2021
Study: 30% of Consumers Hit by Insurance-Related ID TheftSurprisingly, baby boomers were less likely to be the victims than millennials.
July 09, 2021
Many Older Americans Lost Health Insurance During PandemicAs the pandemic set in, the number of older workers who enrolled in ACA and safety-net health plans increased.
July 08, 2021
Humana to Hire Up to 200 Seasonal Workers in LouisvilleSome roles may transition to full-time work after the Medicare open enrollment period ends, Humana says.
July 07, 2021
Mental Health Resources NowYour clients, and benefits customers' employees, need to know where to go for help.