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CER studies will shape coverage decisions

May 1, 2012

Comparative studies could alter coverage offerings.

New calculations show savings harder to come by

April 1, 2012

Despite assurances; difficulties abound when calculating savings from healthcare reform.

Today's MA success soon tempered by rate reductions

March 1, 2012

Despite a looming cut in payments to Medicare Advantage plans, the program is expanding, and enrollment is increasing

CMMI must prove programs will save money

February 1, 2012

After drawing criticism from health reform opponents as a waste of money, the CMS Innovation Center must now justify its existence to Congress.

Tavenner nomination will test Congressional action

January 1, 2012

The Obama administration has selected Marilyn Tavenner, but she faces an uphill climb for Congressional approval

Could managed care outlive the backlash of the past?

December 1, 2011

Perhaps so, as federal and state programs look more to private insurers to help control spending.

Insurers face aggressive premium rate review

November 1, 2011

To assist states in evaluating and challenging premium rate increases, HHS awarded additional funds.

HHS grants five states breathing room on MLRs

October 1, 2011

Individuals could see a decline in coverage options as insurers struggle to meet medical loss ratio standards established by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Opponents bristle at IPAB's overly broad authority

September 1, 2011

Republicans are fairly united in seeking to kill the Independent Payment Advisory Board and have gained support from physicians, pharma, insurers, and some consumer groups.

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