Who deserves credit? Biden leans into pandemic politics
Now, as his administration is on the cusp of delivering on his promise of administering 100 million doses of vaccine […]
Healthcare companies vie for advanced practice practitioners
Payers, providers, tech companies and private-equity backed ventures are building out primary-care oriented services in various outpatient settings, which rely […]
Livongo founder launches worker health navigation startup
Livongo founder Glen Tullman, who is responsible for the largest digital health IPO in history, launched another health tech startup.
Hospitals ask DOJ to probe UnitedHealth’s Change Healthcare acquisition
The American Hospital Association warned regulators that the move could reduce competition in health IT services and give UnitedHealth Group […]
Biden plans to send COVID shots to Mexico, Canada
The AstraZeneca vaccine has not been authorized for use in the U.S. but has been by the World Health Organization. […]
Flight paramedic treats patient medical debt
Rising care costs and shrinking insurance or a lack of coverage can swamp patients with debt, especially if they need […]
EU agency: AstraZeneca vaccine safe, will add clot warning
While many countries have continued to use the AstraZeneca vaccine, there are concerns the debate could seriously undermine confidence in […]
Two-thirds of insurers in 32 states now have copay accumulators, study says
Most health plans across the country include an opaque policy that prevents drug manufacturer coupons and copay assistance from counting […]
Hospital antibiotic stewardship programs falling short on quality goals
Researchers find many hospitals must do more to improve the quality of their antibiotic stewardship programs.
Critics: Doctor’s note for vaccine unfairly penalizing poor
Florida requires little more than a doctor’s signature for individuals with certain conditions to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. But critics […]