In a large clinical trial, Novo Nordisk's new obesity drug reduced the risk of serious heart problems by 20% - a landmark finding that could put more pressure on insurers to cover the high costs of these new medications.
A group of four bipartisan senators, including Sen. Charles Grassley, sent a letter to tax commissioners over concerns that these hospitals may not be providing charity care to communities as required for their tax-exempt status.
Emergency department (ED) spending has increased substantially over the past decade despite the number of visits per capita remaining relatively stable.
Several factors are contributing to the increasing cost of child care, including inflation, fee increases at child care centers and changes in parents' work situations.
Although more than 12 million Americans are enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid, many enrolled individuals face challenges and issues arising from the program, according to a new report from KFF.