Monday, January 6, 2020

Democratic AGs ask Supreme Court to review ACA decision

Democratic AGs ask Supreme Court to review ACA decision: A coalition of Democratic attorneys general defending the Affordable Care Act against a Republican state challenge asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review a decision striking down the requirement that most Americans buy health insurance.

Friday, January 3, 2020

FDA to enact scaled-back e-cigarette flavor ban

FDA to enact scaled-back e-cigarette flavor ban: Anti-vaping advocates see the Trump administration's new policy as a capitulation to the e-cigarette industry because it allows sales of menthol-flavored pods and exempts tank vaping systems.

Doctors and hospitals support value-based Stark law changes

Doctors and hospitals support value-based Stark law changes: Hospitals support changes to the Stark law aimed at getting more providers to participate in value-based care, but they don't want price transparency to be part of the equation.

Thursday, January 2, 2020

Piedmont affiliate expands its reach in urgent care field | Georgia Health News

Piedmont affiliate expands its reach in urgent care field | Georgia Health News

Georgia’s Top 10 health care stories of 2019 | Georgia Health News

Georgia’s Top 10 health care stories of 2019 | Georgia Health News

How Are Your Newborn's Ears Working? Early Hearing Test Is a Must

How Are Your Newborn's Ears Working? Early Hearing Test Is a Must: When you have a baby, it seems like you visit the doctor all the time for checks on weight and length and to get needed vaccinations. But are you as aware of the guidelines regarding hearing checks for your little one?

Hospital Group Mum As Members Pursue Patients With Lawsuits And Debt Collectors | Kaiser Health News

Hospital Group Mum As Members Pursue Patients With Lawsuits And Debt Collectors | Kaiser Health News: The influential trade association has said little over the years as health systems, including those of its own trustees, seized patients’ incomes and assets. Now it is reevaluating.