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The rush in some states to ban abortion after the overturn of Roe v. Wade is resulting in fewer medical services - regular exams, breast cancer screenings, and contraception - available for all women living in those states.

The outbreak period will end on July 10, 2023 - 60 days after the COVID national emergencies ended - so employers need to decide whether or not to revert to normal cost-sharing for coverage of COVID-19 tests and vaccines.

As part of the plan, people with traditional Medicare who take insulin will not pay more than $35 for a month's supply beginning July 1.

Employees with long COVID-19 symptoms can suffer from chronic fatigue, brain fog and difficulty breathing, but employers that refuse to provide an accommodation to these workers could lead to a spike in workplace claims.

Dozens of class-action lawsuits are pending against providers alleging their websites shared patient information with social media sites such as Facebook and Instagram, and more are being filed every day. violating HIPAA.

With the public health emergency expiring and much of the access to care coming to an end, sponsors need to make strategic plans and respond quickly and decisively to be able to succeed in the new environment, says a new report.

The new ChatGPT technology might help lighten administrative burdens but few in health care believe the latest form of AI is about to take their jobs (though some companies are experimenting with chatbots that act as guides to care).

Insulin and pharmacy benefit management company executives testified before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee this week in Washington in preparation for a vote on PBM legislation.