CalPERS holds health premium increases to 21-year low
For over 1.4 million individuals who receive benefits through the California Public Employees' Retirement System, health care premiums will rise in 2019 at the lowest rate in 21 years, according to a recent analysis from the pension plan......»»
Oregon consumer group takes Providence Health Plan to task for rate request
The consumer advocacy organization OSPIRG is urging Oregon insurance regulators to closely scrutinize Providence Health Plan’s proposed premium hike for next year, as it may overstate costs and overcharge consumers. Providence proposed an average ra.....»»
Trump administration takes another swipe at "Obamacare"
The Trump administration says it's freezing payments under an 'Obamacare' program that protects insurers with sicker patients from financial losses, a move expected to add to premium increases next year......»»
Dollar holds firm after upbeat data, hovers near nine-month high vs yen
The dollar stood tall against its peers on Friday, hovering near a nine-month high versus the yen, after data reinforced upbeat views about the U.S. economy and backed the Federal Reserve's signal for a steady course of rate increases over the next year......»»
Employer-Provided Health Insurance Nears $20,000 a Year
The average cost of health coverage offered by employers rose to nearly $20,000 for a family plan this year, according to a new survey, capping years of increases that experts said are tied to rising prices paid for health care......»»
Paying a premium on premiums: Rising health insurance costs outpace wage growth
Employer-sponsored health insurance costs rose again this year, bringing the family averages close to $20,000 and individual cost to nearly $7,000 – largely as a result of increasing health care cost. According to a report by the Kaiser Family.....»»
Health Coverage Costs Employers $20,000 a Family
The average cost of health coverage offered by employers rose to nearly $20,000 for a family plan this year, capping years of increases that experts said are tied to rising prices for care......»»
Morgan Stanley Turns Bullish On Bausch Health: "We Expect 2018 To Be The Last Year Of Declining Financials"
Bausch Health Companies Inc (NYSE: BHC), formerly Valeant Pharma, holds upside potential of about 32 percent, according to Morgan Stanley. Latest Ratings for BHC DateFirmAc.....»»
These 3 major Medicare costs will increase in 2019
Seniors can expect premium and deductible increases for both Part A and Part B in the new year. Find out how much you will pay......»»
Employer-sponsored insurance costs soar in NY, report says
Employer-sponsored insurance-premium costs for single and family coverage saw double-digit increases in New York last year, according to a  from Manhattan-based nonprofit The Commonwealth Fund. From... To view the full story, click the title link......»»
Procter & Gamble raises forecast on strength of skin care, detergent brands
Procter & Gamble Co raised its full-year sales forecast and beat Wall Street estimates for quarterly revenue and profit on Wednesday, driven by price increases and robust demand for detergent and premium skin care brands......»»
CVS Health Corp (CVS) Reports Q1 2024 Earnings: Misses Analyst Forecasts Amid Medicare Challenges
Revises Full-Year Guidance Downward as Pressures PersistRelated Stocks: CVS,.....»»
How True Captive Insurance’s proactive health care approach transformed a 10-year-old’s treatment for diabetes
A proactive approach can be transformative in health care, especially when it comes to managing chronic conditions. The story of a 10-year-old child with diabetes underscores the significant impact of targeted health care solutions. This narra.....»»
Karoo Health rolls out AI-driven platform to "augment" cardiac care system
2024 is a year of scaling for Albuquerque's Karoo Health. A new, artificial intelligence-driven platform the startup recently launched could be a big part of helping the company hit its growth goals throughout the rest of the year, its CEO said......»»
LifeBridge Health buys 80 acres of land in Park Heights
LifeBridge's Sinai Hospital previously operated its Park Heights campus through a 99-year lease. Read why the hospital is buying up real estate as part of an ambitious expansion plan......»»
AdventHealth buys Osceola County property
The health system has bought several properties to start the year......»»
West Sacramento believes it has transit playbook for A"s arrival next year
When the Major League Baseball Athletics move to West Sacramento's Sutter Health Park next season, it'll put transportation systems around the nearly 25-year-old stadium to the test......»»
I got a job and immediately knew it wasn"t a good fit. I quit in less than a year to take care of my mental health.
This Gen Z worker quit her toxic job within a year. The experience taught her to always look for future job opportunitie.....»»
4Front Ventures FY Revenue Drops 10% As Net Loss Increases, CEO Offers Optimistic Projections
A vertically-integrated cannabis company 4Front Ventures Corp. (CSE:FFNT) (OTCQX:FFNTF) reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 3.....»»
Five Things to Know this week: In-N-Out in Washington and private equity in health care
Plus, getting to know the PBJ's 2024 Executives of the Year......»»
Emergency department chief on how Holy Cross Health plans to bring efficiency to emergency services in Silver Spring
Last year, Holy Cross Health saw a 20% increase in patients coming to the emergency department. With more than 75,000 annual visits, the health system strives to find ways to alleviate overcrowding and provide dedicated sections for behavioral healt.....»»