Aetna rolls back prior authorization requirement for cataract surgery
The payer said its decision came after analyzing real-time data when the requirement was in place and that it will continue to perform retrospective reviews.
Companies see a future for smart implants. Doctors are waiting for proof.
Zimmer Biomet and Canary Medical are rolling out the first knee implant with an integrated sensor, though it will take time to learn how to incorporate that data into patient care, experts say.
Biden signs law requiring VA be more transparent about EHR rollout costs
The new law received bipartisan support as lawmakers become increasingly frustrated with the VA’s management of the seven-year-old program, which has been dogged by delays, growing spending and operational issues.
HHS issues guidance on when providers may be forced to share patient information
The HHS Office for Civil Rights issued privacy guidelines Wednesday clarifying how to protect patient health information following the Supreme Court’s ruling ending the constitutional right to an abortion.
CVS long-term care unit Omnicare taps new president
Ahmed Hassan, who will assume the role Friday, will be tasked with leading CVS’ long-term care business and formulating business strategy.
UHS lowers financial outlook on ‘unfavorable’ operating environment, making good on April warning
UHS is not the first system to slash guidance this year citing adverse operating conditions and trailing HCA and CHS.
HHS to send out more monkeypox vaccines as CDC activates emergency centers
The distribution will take place on a four-tier basis with areas that have the highest case rates coming first. Within the tiers, priority will be based on the number of people at risk for monkeypox who have preexisting conditions.
Democrat governors urge Congress to prevent ‘disastrous’ coverage loss by preserving ACA subsidies
The 14 governors said they’re concerned many Americans will be forced to reduce insurance coverage or forgo it entirely if Congress allows the subsidies to expire.
Mass General Brigham’s health plan launches rebrand as it looks to expand
AllWays Health Partners will change its name to Mass General Brigham Health Plan as it looks to leverage the name recognition of the system and deepen integration with the provider.
Rising expenses offset small hospital gains in May, report finds
The report from Kaufman Hall displays a continued trend of lackluster hospital performance that’s expected to continue throughout 2022, with margins expected to remain below pre-pandemic levels for the rest of the year.