Heart failure study paused over concerns about disputed cell therapy papers
(By Elizabeth Cooney for STAT) A government agency has paused a clinical trial testing an experimental stem cell therapy in
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Month: October 2018
Pharma’s ‘come-to-Jesus moment’: The industry braces for a Pelosi speakership and Democrats’ drug pricing agenda
(By Lev Facher for STAT) WASHINGTON — Nancy Pelosi marched into PhRMA’s offices this July with the law on her
Read MoreDrug pricing, HIPAA changes among most pressing issues facing HHS
(By Kelly Gooch for Becker’s Hospital Review) HHS is tackling a myriad of healthcare issues under the Trump administration, from
Read MoreMake sure to check you Medicare plan before you enroll again
It’s important to review your Medicare plan every year during open enrollment because rules and coverage change from one year
Read More27% of families are putting off medical care because of costs, survey finds
(By Kelly Gooch for Becker’s Hospital Review) Many families have delayed care due to affordability and are concerned about their
Read MoreEmployers fail to address healthcare spending waste
According to a recent survey from the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions, 60 percent of employers don’t capitalize on
Read MoreCMS estimates nearly $17.2 billion in Medicare Part B savings with new drug pricing model
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) says the new drug pricing model with international component could save Medicare
Read MoreUnder the new rule, telehealth from home to be added to Medicare Advantage
Under the new rule, telehealth from home to be added to Medicare Advantage plan’s benefits. The proposed changes issued by Centers
Read MoreWalmart looks to add health clinics in its parking lots
(By Ayla Ellison for Becker’s Hospital Review) Walmart stores in several states are transforming extra parking lot space into “town centers,” some
Read MoreWith One Hand, Administration Boosts ACA Marketplaces, Weakens Them With Another
(By Julie Appleby for Kaiser Health News) In the span of less than 12 hours last week, the Trump administration
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