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Algorithms could help physicians identify patients with financial strain; the Urban Insitute has a plan to cut $30 billion in costs.

It's long past time to make Medicare Advantage encounter data available to researchers, according to an opinion piece.

The planned merger between CVS and Aetna with its implications for retail health could be another warning shot for primary care practices.

Physician practices can accommodate more patients, easing concerns the ACA would result in a shortage of doctors.

After scheduling the release of Medicare Advantage data last week, CMS pulled the plug at the last minute.

Americans are living longer and often spending more on healthcare services later in life, but new technology is responsible for burgeoning health costs.