CMS sets 2027 Medicare prices for Wegovy, Trelegy and 13 other drugs
The second round of negotiations cuts spending an aggregate 44% over 2024 list prices as the federal government extends restraints over more medicines.
CMS proposes overhauling Medicare Advantage star ratings
The agency suggested cutting a dozen quality measures where health plan performance is high and beneficiaries can’t easily distinguish between offerings.
HHS brings back workers fired during shutdown
HHS reinstated all 954 workers let go last month, but firing and rehiring employees is becoming a troubling trend at the agency.
Why Medicare Advantage contract negotiations are getting heated
“There’s simply more at stake in these negotiations for payers and providers than there used to be,” one expert said.
Premier closes $2.6B take-private deal
The healthcare services and group purchasing organization stopped trading on Nasdaq Tuesday after more than a decade on the public markets.
Trump administration appeals decision vacating Medicare Advantage audit rule
A federal judge struck down the rule that would have clawed back billions of dollars in overpayments in September. Now, the HHS wants to take the case to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Mayo Clinic doubled its operating income in Q3
Strong patient demand helped lift Mayo Clinic’s operating income by more than 250% year over year.
Number of full-time working caregivers has increased by double digits, report finds
At the same time, more women are leaving full-time work due to caregiving demands, Guardian said.
CMS finalizes 2.6% outpatient pay bump, site-neutral policies
Hospitals lambasted the final rule as inadequate, arguing the sector is facing significant financial pressures.
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