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NewsHighmark discussing 'flat rate' reimbursements for docs, hospitals
Health insurer Highmark and two Pennsylvania-based hospitals are in talks to change the way those hospitals are reimbursed, possibly to a flat rate for groups of people. Dr. Kenneth Melani, Read more...
Study: More than half of insureds on chronic-care meds
A new study suggests that for the first time, more than half of insured Americans are regularly taking prescriptions for chronic health problems. The most popular drugs include those used to lower Read more...
| Press ReleasesVaccine Safety Conference Outlines Research GapsWASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- An international meeting was held in Montego Bay, Jamaica Jan. 3-7, 2011 to discuss current vaccine science and policy safety concerns. Delegates from around the world Read more >> |
