Humana writes off $591M risk corridor receivables

The payer anticipates collection of approximately $8 million in risk corridor receivables outstanding as of September 30.

By Jeff Byers • Dec. 8, 2016

AHIP: ACA repeal-and-replace can be done 'responsibly'

CEO and President Marilyn Tavenner believes the individual mandate is likely on the chopping block. 

By Ana Mulero • Dec. 8, 2016

What a Trump administration may mean for digital health

Trump will likely focus on cutting employers’ healthcare costs, which could bode well for digital apps and other technologies that can help keep people healthy.

By Meg Bryant • Dec. 8, 2016

Bringing the company to life 'inside out': Humana on its PTO policies

Understanding the unmet needs and preferences of employees can help healthcare organizations to design paid-time off policies.

By Luke Gale • Dec. 6, 2016

Hospital groups: ACA repeal may cost billions, jobs

The American Hospital Association and the Federation of American Hospitals released two reports on how repealing the ACA could impact U.S. hospitals and patients. It isn't pretty.

By Ana Mulero • Dec. 6, 2016

USA Today: ACA critic made $400M from Obamacare plans

Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina spokeswoman Darcie Dearth told the publication new customers are a "big unknown."

By Ana Mulero • Dec. 6, 2016

Psychedelic mushrooms provide depression, anxiety relief among cancer patients

Psilocybin, the active ingredient in psychedelic mushrooms, has been illegal in the U.S. since the 1970s.

By Meg Bryant • Dec. 2, 2016

Fortune picks healthcare stock winners for a Trump White House

Pharma companies stand to gain from the 21st Century Cures Act, which has a number of provisions aimed at speeding up drug approvals.

By Meg Bryant • Dec. 2, 2016

MACRA committee now accepting APM proposals

There are a number of criteria that must be met in order for the committee to include a proposal in its recommendations to the HHS Secretary.

By Ana Mulero • Dec. 2, 2016

Democratic opponents take aim at Cures bill in final hours

The fate of the legislation remains uncertain in the midst of high-profile opposition and last-minute changes.

By Heather Caspi • Nov. 30, 2016

Zenefits slapped with multi-million dollar fine over licensing violations

While the penalty may be "pocket change," investigations have brought deeper impacts. 

By Heather Caspi • Nov. 30, 2016

Tom Price: The CliffsNotes version

What you need to know about President-elect Donald Trump's choice for HHS secretary.

By Jeff Byers • Nov. 30, 2016

Study: Risk for heart failure soars in patients with hypertension, obesity, diabetes

Preventing these conditions by mid-life can have a dramatically beneficial impact on patients' chances to avoid heart failure, according to researchers at Northwestern University.

By Luke Gale • Nov. 30, 2016

Aetna, DOJ prep for next Monday's antitrust trial over Humana merger

The Affordable Care Act is expected to take center stage. 

By Luke Gale • Nov. 30, 2016

Cigna says its set to make $2B in 2016

The news comes amid uncertainties around Cigna’s sale to Anthem.

By Jeff Byers & Meg Bryant • Nov. 29, 2016

Anthem/Cigna merger takes hits during trial, testimony shows

The case is proceeding amid Cigna's own misgivings and warnings from a healthcare economist.

By Heather Caspi • Nov. 29, 2016

21st Century Cures vote expected this week

Does the legislation have sufficient bipartisan support as time runs out?

By Heather Caspi • Nov. 29, 2016

Meet Medicaid guru Seema Verma, Trump's pick for new CMS admin

The president, CEO and founder of health policy consulting company SVC has years of experience with Medicaid reform in several states. 

By Ana Mulero • Nov. 29, 2016

The top 5 conditions affecting communities, according to new BCBSA tool

An analysis by Moody’s Analytics found a direct link between healthy people, economies with healthier counties having lower unemployment and higher incomes. 

By Jeff Byers • Nov. 29, 2016

Study: Don't discount benefit of mammograms in older women

Whether to continue breast cancer screenings should be based on personal choice and a woman’s health, researchers say.

By Meg Bryant • Nov. 29, 2016

Rhode Island gets $129M to 'reinvent' Medicaid

The state is authorized to spend the federal dollars over five years – upon renewed approval in 2018.

By Heather Caspi • Nov. 29, 2016

Trump nominates Tom Price for HHS Secretary

The Republican orthopedic surgeon is a noted critic of the ACA.

By Jeff Byers • Nov. 29, 2016

The 2016 Dive Awards for healthcare

From administrator to feud of the year, Healthcare Dive reveals the winners and identifies trends shaping healthcare in 2016.

By Jeff Byers and Ana Mulero • Nov. 29, 2016

A few tips to improve workplace wellness programs

There are some simple steps employers can take to improve participation, but there is a lot to consider when it comes to their design. 

By Luke Gale • Nov. 27, 2016

Experts outline new public health roadmap

Life expectancy in the U.S. has been flat in the past three years, Karen DeSalvo and Georges Benjamin stated.

By Meg Bryant • Nov. 23, 2016