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Moody's: Hospitals, staffing agencies shouldering the labor shortage while insurers are largely immune

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Moody's: Hospitals, staffing agencies shouldering the labor shortage while insurers are largely immune. Mon, 10/25/2021 - 13:05.

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STAT+: Medicare Advantage insurers to repay billions under final federal audit rule

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The federal government will audit Medicare Advantage insurers aggressively under a rule finalized Monday, which is expected to result in billions of dollars in overpayments going back toward Medicare’s trust fund and patients over the next decade.

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Highmark Health seeing Medicare Advantage and GLP-1 headwinds

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Highmark Health is echoing macro trends reported by other major insurers, as the company posted $7.3 billion in revenue for the first quarter but said the company is not immune to greater environmental pressures. billion in revenue and $194 million in net income for the first quarter. Highmark Health recorded $7.3

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CDC advisory panel opts for a go-slow approach on expanding usage of RSV vaccines

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Makers of RSV vaccines for older adults saw their plans to try to expand usage hit a significant hurdle on Wednesday, when an expert committee that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines recommended changes that will likely see fewer older adults qualify for insurance coverage for these products.

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Are COVID vaccines still free?

The Checkup by Singlecare

During the COVID-19 pandemic, broad immunization was key, so the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provided funding for free vaccines. That means people had to rely on their insurance plan for coverage. How much does the COVID vaccine cost without insurance? Yet in 2023, federal funding ceased. mL of 30 mcg/0.3

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How much does Arexvy cost without insurance?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Because the vaccines are so new, there are no generic alternatives, and the cost of Arexvy without insurance is around $636. However, most people can receive insurance coverage for Arexvy. Even if you don’t have insurance, there are still a few ways to save money. Is Arexvy covered by insurance? We’ll share how.

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How much is Opzelura without insurance?

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Opzelura is an option for treating mild to moderate cases in people with normal immune systems, especially when other treatments haven’t been effective. Depending on eligibility and conditions, Opzelura may or may not be covered by your insurance plan. Without insurance, Opzelura has a retail price of $2,755.