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HHS Investigates Change Healthcare After Major Cyberattack
Regulatory & Compliance HHS Investigates Change Healthcare After Major Cyberattack

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is investigating a major cyberattack on Change Healthcare for possible HIPAA violations. This incident has disrupted services at healthcare centers by interfering with payment operations, a key role of Change Healthcare. The investigation will focus

Florida Launches Free Skin Cancer Screenings for State Workers
Regulatory & Compliance Florida Launches Free Skin Cancer Screenings for State Workers

Florida's commitment to fighting skin cancer has taken a significant leap forward as the Legislature authorizes a bill to provide free yearly skin cancer screenings to state employees. With a start date of July 1, 2024, the initiative is a response to the state's exceedingly high rates of skin

Trends in Southern States' Voluntary Paid Family Leave Policies
Regulatory & Compliance Trends in Southern States' Voluntary Paid Family Leave Policies

The Southern United States has adopted a novel solution to the issue of paid family leave by fostering legislation that enables private insurers to offer such benefits. This approach, which stems from a National Council of Insurance Legislators model, has led to state-level statutes that empower

Is Aggressive Medigap Pricing Harming Nebraska Seniors?
Regulatory & Compliance Is Aggressive Medigap Pricing Harming Nebraska Seniors?

Underpricing Risks and Rate Hikes The Initial Pricing Conundrum In Nebraska, insurance regulators Michael Muldoon and Margaret Garrison have noted a concerning trend in Medigap insurance. New players in the market are offering premiums that are 15%-45% cheaper than established companies. Initially

Will Biden's STLDI Plan Cuts Harm Healthcare Choices?
Technology & Trends Will Biden's STLDI Plan Cuts Harm Healthcare Choices?

The healthcare sector stands at a pivotal juncture, faced with transformative changes that stand to affect countless individuals. At this critical point is Short-Term Limited Duration Insurance (STLDI), currently a critical option apart from mainstream health insurance policies. The Biden

Is U.S. Health Insurance Market Concentration Rising?
Technology & Trends Is U.S. Health Insurance Market Concentration Rising?

The U.S. healthcare industry is undergoing a significant transformation as a few large insurance corporations increasingly assert their dominance. The American Medical Association's recent report, "Competition in Health Insurance: A Comprehensive Study of U.S. Markets," paints a concerning picture

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