8+ hour ago   (777+ words) During two House hearings, health insurance CEOs were questioned on rising healthcare costs, vertical integration and prior authorization. Health insurance CEOs faced questions on healthcare costs, vertical integration and prior authorization from the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the…...

2+ day, 20+ hour ago   (1089+ words) Hospitals have an opportunity to make strategic changes now that can better position both their organizations and their patients for what's ahead. Here's what to expect and where to focus next. Healthcare affordability has been a growing concern for years....

1+ week, 11+ hour ago   (473+ words) WTW launched the Health Transparency Optimizer to help employers better understand healthcare costs, quality and network options. WTW introduced a new solution on Tuesday aimed at providing greater healthcare price transparency for employers. WTW is a global advisory, broking and…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (88+ words) 5 Healthcare Affordability Trends to Track in 2026 and Beyond'MedCity News Healthcare is becoming increasingly unaffordable for both businesses and employees. Traditional cost-saving strategies are falling short'and it's time to understand why. - Prices, not usage, are driving employer healthcare costs - Specialty drugs…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (401+ words) Employer-sponsored health insurance costs rose faster than inflation from 2023 to 2024, with higher premiums and deductibles making coverage less affordable for employers and workers, a recent analysis found. Costs for employer-sponsored health insurance surged from 2023 to 2024, rising faster than inflation, according…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (672+ words) When tax-advantaged dollars enter a care model, they do more than expand purchasing power. They reorganize incentives, accelerate intermediary involvement, and clarify who holds leverage. As of January 1, 2026, Health Savings Account funds can be used to pay for Direct Primary…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (535+ words) Rising healthcare costs and flaws in the Medicare Advantage program are likely to dominate healthcare reform discussions in 2026, according to one PitchBook analyst. Potential policy changes could focus on improving affordability in the ACA market and fixing distorted incentives in…...

3+ week, 8+ hour ago   (708+ words) December has seen a slew of executive hires, promotions and layoffs across the healthcare industry. For instance, Breyer Capital, the FDA and Strive Health named new executives. There were also layoffs at organizations including Alameda Health System, Pfizer and Voyager…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (625+ words) Digital health M&A, 340B challenges and federal funding cuts are top healthcare trends to watch in 2026, according to LRVHealth. The healthcare industry could undergo significant changes in 2026, particularly regarding digital health, AI and cost challenges. That's according to three VCs…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (309+ words) Anyone can locate an optimal plan by learning where to find top-rated health insurance agents in California from some of the best companies in the state. 1. Health for California Insurance Center Health for California Insurance Center offers a range of…...