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FTC: PBMs may ‘urgently’ require ‘potential regulation’

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. | The FTC turned its attention toward pharmacy benefit managers in a new report detailing the consequences of consolidation and vertical integration, warning legal action and regulation could follow.

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CMS, HHS can use existing federal authority to regulate AI safety in hospitals: JAMA

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As artificial intelligence rapidly makes inroads in healthcare, federal agencies already have the authority to regulator AI at the hospital bedside, according to some healthcare researche | An article published in JAMA Health Forum argues that through the conditions of participation in Medicare and Medicaid, CMS has the authority to oversee how hospitals (..)

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Amedisys says Oregon regulators are reviewing its $3.7B acquisition by UnitedHealth

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Amedisys disclosed Tuesday that Oregon regulators are probing the company's potential acquisition by UnitedHealth Group. Amedisys disclosed Tuesday that Oregon regulators are probing the company's potential acquisition by UnitedHealth Group.

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Industry Voices—Prior authorization regulations: Where they fall short, where we’re moving the needle

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Regulations and policies are moving the industry in the right direction, but there is still room for improvement in key areas where regulations don't go far enough. Initially meant to protect patients from unnecessary procedures, prior authorizations have shifted towards being a cost containment strategy for health payers.

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Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services

Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust.

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As AI adoption in healthcare grows, Senate lawmakers weigh regulation, payment approaches

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As the use of artificial intelligence technology in healthcare grows, federal lawmakers are weighing how to protect patients without hindering innovation and many in Congress are pushing for strong | As the use of artificial intelligence technology in healthcare grows, federal lawmakers are weighing how to protect patients without hindering innovation (..)

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New York State proposes new cybersecurity regulations for hospitals

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New York has proposed a slew of new cybersecurity regulations for the state’s hospitals and plans to funnel $500 million from its FY24 budget to help facilities upgrade their technology systems, Go | Should its proposal be finalized, the Empire State will give hospitals a year and access to a $500 million fund to bring their facilities into compliance. (..)