The unexpected upsides of vaccines
The COVID-19 pandemic heightened vaccine skepticism. Six years later, CVS’ chief medical officer talks about building trust with patients — and the surprising benefits of many vaccines.
Consider strategy over rushed implementation: Readying healthcare organizations for AI transformation
Healthcare leaders must modernize their digital foundations to scale AI investments for long-term success.
Out-of-Network claims are costing you more than you think
88% of IDR disputes go to providers. See how health plans can fix OON claims first.
Every extra review cycle is a cost center; RAAPID OnePass removes the need
Why layered review cycles drain budgets and how OnePass delivers audit-ready coding in one review.
Trump administration tries again to institute rebates in 340B
The Health Resources and Services Administration is again pushing to include rebates in the drug discount program after a failed attempt earlier this year. Hospitals railed against the announcement, saying it would burden already strapped providers.
Judge rejects states’ bid to pause Medicaid work requirements
A federal judge this week said he wasn’t convinced that regulation detailing work requirements would cause irreparable harm to states. Still, the court will continue to hear the case.
Siemens Healthineers, Cleveland Clinic form 10-year alliance
The deal to provide a range of imaging and therapeutic technologies to Cleveland Clinic extends the partners’ longtime relationship and follows a recent 10-year pact between Siemens Healthineers and Mayo Clinic.
Cigna’s profits jump thanks to employer-sponsored plans
Cigna increased its 2026 earnings outlook following the second quarter, unbothered by inflated costs for surprise billing dispute resolutions reported by its peer UnitedHealth.
Teladoc lowers revenue outlook amid BetterHelp demand headwinds
Demand for the mental health unit’s insurance offering accelerated faster than expected, eating into its cash pay business. The quarter marked an “unfortunate setback” for BetterHelp, one analyst said.
Risant Health’s first CEO to step down
Dr. Jaewon Ryu said he was stepping down to spend more time with his family. Risant is bringing out Dale Maxwell, a retired hospital executive, to serve as interim leader while it searches for a replacement.