An estimated 1,950 people took steps toward improved health during three community events organized by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina to mark the seventh annual National Walk@Lunch Day. The participants …
PITTSBURGH – At a hearing on Monday on UPMC’s denial of access to subscribers of Highmark’s Community Blue health plan, members of the House Democratic Policy Committee heard complaints that …
Florida insurers are showing some signs of relief after they convinced House lawmakers to stop a Senate bill that would have eliminated a 15 percent insurance premium tax credit. The …
Greg Packer has been promoted to president of U.S. Rehab, VGM Group Inc.’s alliance for complex rehab providers. “Through Greg’s tireless efforts, ability to lead and his entrepreneurial spirit, the …
Philips Respironics, a unit of Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), today announces the launch of the SleepMapper self-management system, a robust mobile and web-based solution for patients diagnosed …
According to National Government Services, outlined here are the principal changes to DME MAC Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) and Policy Articles (PAs) that have been revised and posted that pertain …
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have announced the scheduled release of adjustments to the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) code set. The changes can be found on the …
Michigan’s largest health insurer and a dozen hospitals announced Monday they are starting to carry out a cost-saving deal designed to prevent unnecessary or overused tests and procedures, an attempt …
