The Reimbursement Challenges Hurting Women’s Health Companies, Per Milken Institute
Women’s health startups should plan for reimbursement early, as limited research and evidence can make securing coverage difficult, a new report explains.
Aligned Marketplace Secures $20M for Advanced Primary Care Marketplace
Venrock led Aligned Marketplace's Series A round. In total, the company has raised $31 million to date.
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The Healthcare Payments Industry Faces a Perception Challenge
Healthcare payments are no longer about transactions. It’s about controlling the revenue cycle. And increasingly, that control is not sitting with ISOs.
Cotiviti Launches AI Solution to Address Coordination of Benefits Issues
Cotiviti launched an AI-powered coordination of benefits solution that uses enrollment data to identify and resolve coverage issues before claims are submitted.
Report: Employers’ Use of Big Three PBMs Falls in 2026
A new survey finds that employers are moving away from the Big Three PBMs while prioritizing healthcare affordability and transparency.
NOCD Announces Plans for National Expansion of Intensive Outpatient Therapy
NOCD, a virtual provider for OCD, announced plans to expand its virtual intensive outpatient program for people with severe OCD nationwide.
Small Businesses Could Face Double-Digit Premium Hikes in 2027
Small group insurers are proposing a median 14% premium increase for 2027, driven by rising healthcare costs.
Where Will AI Deployment Benefit Payers the Most?
We are taking a look at how health insurers are using AI, defining success, and managing cybersecurity risks. Give us your opinions by completing our brief, anonymous survey.
MedCity FemFwd: Employer Strategies for Women’s Health
In this episode, we’re joined by Cheryl Larson, president and CEO of the Midwest Business Group on Health, for our first in-person recording at MedCity News’ recent Bullseye event.
Two Differing POVs Emerge About the Hinge-Cylinder Deal
Hinge Health’s acquisition of Cylinder expands it into GI care, but experts differ on whether employers will favor convenience or specialized solutions.
Democratic Senators Urge Withdrawal of Interim Final Rule on Medicaid Work Requirements
Democratic senators are urging CMS to withdraw its Medicaid work requirements rule, arguing it will create administrative burdens and cause eligible beneficiaries to lose coverage.
Report: What Employers Think About ICHRAs
A new survey found that many employers are considering ICHRAs, though concerns about awareness, affordability and the individual insurance market continue to slow adoption.
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Closing the Quality-Affordability Gap in Workplace Mental Health
In an interview, Kyan Health Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer Konstantin Struck discussed how Kyan gives mid-market and enterprise employers access to premium workforce mental healthcare, at a price point that is affordable.
Curative, Wondr Health Team Up for Weight and Metabolic Health Support
Curative Insurance Company partnered with Wondr Health to expand weight management support for its members.
How Policymakers Can Improve Obesity Treatment and Affordability, Per American College of Physicians
The American College of Physicians is urging policymakers to expand access to obesity treatment and healthy foods while investing in prevention and research.
Report: Telehealth Uptake Is Lagging in Rural Areas
An Elevance Health Public Policy Institute study found rural patients used telehealth less than non-rural patients across all chronic conditions and insurance types.
4 Notable Health Tech Funding Announcements in July
Health tech companies made several major funding announcements in July. Here is a list of some of the biggest funding rounds.
Daffodil Health Launches No Surprises Act Dispute Management Solution
Daffodil Health launched an AI-powered solution to help payers manage No Surprises Act disputes by automating claims review, negotiations and arbitration workflows.