Katie Kuehner-Hebert is a freelance writer based in Running Springs, Calif. She has more than three decades of journalism experience, with particular expertise in employee benefits and other human resource topics.
Children diagnosed with cancer under Medicaid and private insurance have similar survival rates, while uninsured children face an increased risk of death.
The Midwest Business Group on Health offers recommendations for employers to work with a middleman, particularly pharmacy benefit managers, to reduce drug costs and drive efficiency.
Under the legislation proposed by Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, every U.S. household would receive comprehensive coverage in a publicly funded program.
340B Health and its members submitted comments strongly opposing the almost 30 percent proposed payment reduction, contending it would be counterproductive and would actually reduce access to care.