Healthcare costs

A partnership strategy would make sense out of the gate for the online retailer, says UpWell Health CEO Alison Wistner.

A system without rebates would require significant fundamental change to the foundational economics of the drug ecosystem.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is requesting an amendment to the Affordable Care Act in order to let patients know the cost of their care.

Oscar plans to use the funds to help fuel its entrance into the lucrative market for privately administered health-insurance plans for seniors.

Almost one in five adults selected a HDHP with an HSA in 2017, up from just 4% a decade ago.

Without a clear process, workers with health conditions may struggle at work and at finding answers.

The retail giant reportedly will join a growing number of employers offering workers onsite care.

The automaker joins the growing list of employers partnering directly with health systems to provide healthcare for their employees.

The CEO of the Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and J.P. Morgan venture should focus on eliminating unnecessary care and helping employees find top quality providers.

The retail giant reportedly will join a growing number of employers offering workers onsite care.

The final rule expands the coverage length of limited duration insurance under the Affordable Care Act — but it does not comply with coverage requirements.

One of Dr. Gawande’s key strategies to reduce healthcare costs is to reduce waste in the system — not on the supply side, but on the demand side.

From direct contracting to virtual care, a growing number of companies are shaking up how healthcare and wellness solutions are delivered to employees.

The pharmacy company has dodged one hurdle, as antitrust enforcers don’t see competitive problems stemming from uniting companies that operate at different levels of a supply chain.

Custom pharmacy network design, site of care choice and employee education should all be a part of companies’ strategies.

While there is no easy solution to the current addiction problem, companies including the aerospace manufacturer are spearheading their own initiatives to combat the issue.

A third-party administrator can help make or break the success of a self-funded plan. But employers should properly vet potential partners before choosing the right one.