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Why the CVS–Mass General Deal Would Likely Increase Spending More Than Access

A Massachusetts regulator is warning that CVS and Mass General Brigham’s proposed MinuteClinic partnership could drive up healthcare spending by at least $40 million annually, largely through steering patients into a higher-priced system. Experts said the deal might improve convenience for some patients but is unlikely to meaningfully expand access — and could ultimately strengthen market power and push costs even higher.

By Katie Adams

Payers, Policy

Lawmakers Grill Health Insurance CEOs: 4 Key Takeaways

During two House hearings, health insurance CEOs were questioned on rising healthcare costs, vertical integration and prior authorization.

By Marissa Plescia

The Hidden Administrative Tasks Draining Small Practices

Small practices play a critical role in healthcare delivery, but they cannot continue to absorb ever-increasing administrative demands without consequences.

By Michael Blackman, MD, MBA Chief Medical Officer, Greenway Health®

Pharmacy

Where Does the Pharmacy Guild Stand in Its Effort to Build a National Pharmacy Union?

So far, 13 pharmacies have filed to join the Pharmacy Guild, 11 of which have won their election with the National Labor Relations Board while the other two are waiting for their election date.

By Marissa Plescia

Startups, Devices & Diagnostics, Health Tech, Payers Providers,

Healthcare Moves: A Monthly Summary of Hires, Exits and Layoffs

December saw a slew of executive hires, promotions, exits and layoffs across the healthcare industry. For example, companies like Humana and Mayo Clinic hired new C-suite leaders, organizations including Atlantic Health System and Amwell are saying goodbye to key executives, and firms like CVS Health and Optum announced rounds of job cuts.

By Katie Adams

Startups, BioPharma, Health Tech Providers,

Healthcare Moves: A Monthly Summary of Hires and Layoffs

Here is a selection of recent executive hires, exits, promotions and layoffs occurring across the healthcare industry.

By Katie Adams

Startups, Health Tech, Payers Providers,

Healthcare Moves: A Monthly Summary of Hires and Layoffs

Here is a selection of recent executive hires, exits, promotions and layoffs occurring across the healthcare industry.

By Katie Adams

The Power of Real World Data to Study Women’s Health at Scale

Veradigm examines key clinical trends, comorbidity profiles, and treatment trends across adolescence, reproductive years, and peri-/post-menopause. Download it today!

By Veradigm and MedCity News

Payers, Consumer / Employer

Should CVS Health Break Up?

CVS Health is reportedly exploring a breakup. But some experts aren't sure if this is a good idea.

By Marissa Plescia

Consumer / Employer, Health Tech

Who is Winning the Retail Pharmacy Consumer Battle?

CVS Health overtook Walgreens as the most popular drugstore retailer, a new report found. However, there is no saying for sure if CVS will keep this lead.

By Marissa Plescia

Consumer / Employer, Providers, Pharmacy

What Will the Future of Retail Health Look Like?

Retailers aren’t giving up on healthcare — but they are trying to be more strategic in their efforts to disrupt the space. As these companies re-strategize, experts think they need to center their efforts on building trust and fostering long-term patient engagement.

By Katie Adams

Consumer / Employer

Two CVS Locations Make Moves To Join National Pharmacy Union Movement

Two CVS stores in Rhode Island have filed petitions to join the Pharmacy Guild, which is building a national pharmacy union. The locations are close to CVS Health's headquarters in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.

By Marissa Plescia

Health Tech

‘Nation-State’ Cyberattack Hits Change Healthcare, Disrupting Pharmacy Services Across the Country

Pharmacies across the country are facing disruptions following a cyberattack on Change Healthcare — which is owned by Optum, a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group. In a filing with the SEC, UnitedHealth stated that the unauthorized party that gained access to Change Healthcare's systems was a “suspected nation-state associated cyber security threat actor."

By Katie Adams

Consumer / Employer

Why Some Pharmacy Staff at Walgreens Are Staging Walkouts

Walgreens pharmacy staff are staging walkouts from October 30 to November 1. One organizer said it's because pharmacy staff are being tasked with too many responsibilities, making it difficult for them to safely fill prescriptions.

By Marissa Plescia

Health Tech

Where Do DTC Providers and Payers Stand When It Comes to Telehealth?

A new J.D. Power report found that CVS ranks highest for telehealth satisfaction among direct-to-consumer companies, while UnitedHealthcare ranks highest among payers.

By Marissa Plescia

Health Tech

Healthcare Moves: A Monthly Summary of Hires and Layoffs

Here is a selection of recent executive hires, promotions and layoffs occurring across the healthcare industry.

By Katie Adams

Health Tech

Nurse Practitioners’ Starting Salaries Are Rising Faster Than Those of Primary Care Physicians

As retail disruptors like CVS, Walgreens and Amazon buy more and more primary care assets, the healthcare industry is seeing an increased demand for physicians and advanced practitioners. In the case of nurse practitioners, this rise in demand is also boosting their salaries. Physicians' starting salaries have remained relatively flat, but their average signing bonus grew.

By Katie Adams