CVS, Geisinger, others sign responsible AI in healthcare pledge
The voluntary commitment from 28 healthcare organizations comes as interest in artificial intelligence in the sector continues to grow.
CMS asks health plans, PBMs to ease up on independent pharmacies
A new letter urges payers to put in place special payment arrangements with pharmacies before a new policy kicks in that could reduce how much pharmacies are paid upfront.
Nasdaq says Veradigm won’t be delisted — for now
A Nasdaq panel ruled the healthcare IT company wouldn’t be delisted from the exchange as long as it complies with financial reporting requirements by late February.
Health spending growth normalized in 2022 post-COVID, CMS says
Healthcare spending grew 4.1% in 2022, faster than 2021’s growth but notably slower than 2020’s, according to government actuaries.
‘A long time in the making’: New ONC rule targets healthcare AI transparency
The sweeping rule requires developers of certified artificial intelligence tools to detail information including how the product is maintained and monitored, as well as known risks and inappropriate uses.
Supreme Court to rule on abortion pill access
The court’s decision on mifepristone, expected by June, could have far reaching implications for the FDA.
Humana used algorithm to deny care to Medicare Advantage patients, lawsuit claims
It’s the latest insurer to face a suit over its use of algorithms when appraising claims.
KKR in talks to buy stake in healthcare data analytics firm Cotiviti: WSJ
The deal would value Cotiviti at around $11 billion.
Centene tries to quell concerns of ACA overhaul during investor day
The Affordable Care Act has been under fire from Republican presidential candidates heading into an election year. But “once you giveth you cannot taketh away,” said the head of external affairs for the major marketplace carrier.
Google reveals new generative AI models for healthcare
MedLM, which currently includes two models, aims to offer flexibility to healthcare organizations as they build out artificial intelligence capabilities.