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More spending can equal better access, but there are large discrepancies among states.

Close to half oppose insurance companies requiring them at all, poll finds

Patients like the personalized care small practices offer, but the rules are stacked against them

Committee on Oversight and Accountability echoes Senate, FTC in examining prescription drug pricing companies.

Adult, youth criteria aim to support care for 150 million people across nation.

Consumers and health care providers often define the term differently. But the focus for both groups should be on health maintenance and disease prevention.

Senators are asking the White House to extend a policy that helps rural hospitals retain staff in areas with low wages.

Insulin is not affordable in current health care system, ‘and that needs to change,’ CEO says.

Independents have more credibility with patients, but less reimbursement than hospitals, despite the same inflationary challenges.

Senator discusses future of cybersecurity in health care

The ads focus on how PBMs promote competition in the prescription drug marketplace and provide choice for employers.

When can you waive copays or deductibles? Can you provide free care for physician colleagues and their families?

Hospital group outlines effects of contracts on physicians and executives as federal regulators ponder new rules.

Physicians and other health care workers are uniquely and disproportionately at risk of workplace violence.

What do physicians need to do to make sure they are avoiding both malpractice and licensing risks?

Train your staff well and have appropriate checks and balances in place to avoid these common mistakes.

The rise is related to the HRSA Uninsured Program.

It’s crucial for patient health and it needs help across the nation.

NEJM opinion piece highlights how lawmakers are intruding into medicine – with little or no expertise

Report to Congress finds 39% increase from 2017-2021, though numbers fell in last year covered by report

Seeing a physician to be ‘easier, faster, more personal, and more convenient,’ CEO says.

KFF analysis examines funding, overall financial condition.

Approval of first TEFCA applicants marks important milestone in drive for universal data-sharing

Feds, Florida attorney general announce settlement from whistleblower lawsuit.

Senators want more insight into PBM practices and the role they play in the healthcare ecosystem.

Hacking attempts set new record this month, according to government and industrial groups.

Barriers are preventing more doctors and nurses from entering the workforce that are desperately needed.

Cybercriminals increasingly target patient data stored by third-party vendors and business associates

Physicians out front as FTC contemplates national rule against noncompete agreements.