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Recent Reports Show Employees, Healthcare Providers Feel Struggle of Premium Increases  
Recent Reports Show Employees, Healthcare Providers Feel Struggle of Premium Increases  

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – According to evidence presented before the House Committee on Ways and Means in September, the No Surprises Act has had a detrimental effect on healthcare revenue, resulting in an 84 percent […]
Recent Study Suggests Increase in Adverse Events Associated with Private Equity Hospitals
Recent Study Suggests Increase in Adverse Events Associated with Private Equity Hospitals

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – Between cost increases and revenue cycle difficulties, private equity financing has been a more common tool that healthcare is turning to navigate the challenges. While private equity options may keep certain […]
Latest CDC Mask Recommendations Spur Multiple Employer Appeals 
Latest CDC Mask Recommendations Spur Multiple Employer Appeals 

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – Earlier this fall the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced their new proposal for safety protocols on infection control in hospitals and the use of masks. The new proposal […]
Justice Department Hacks the Hackers 
Justice Department Hacks the Hackers 

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – A ransomware hacker group considered to be the second top cybercriminal entity in the world the last 18 months has been hacked and disrupted, according to a Justice Department announcement earlier […]
Ind. Health System Hit with $345 Million Settlement
Ind. Health System Hit with $345 Million Settlement

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – Indianapolis based Community Health Network Inc. (CHN) has agreed to a settlement of $345 million in a case going as far back as 2008. Located in Marion County, Indiana, CHN operates […]
Rising Costs Have Employers Taking Closer Look at Healthcare Spending
Rising Costs Have Employers Taking Closer Look at Healthcare Spending

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – Several reports have indicated that healthcare costs for employers are projected to increase significantly this coming year. As a result of that increase, employers may be taking a closer look at […]
Study Suggests Use of Police in Healthcare Results in Harm 
Study Suggests Use of Police in Healthcare Results in Harm 

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – According to recent reports, around 40 percent of healthcare workers have experienced violence in the workplace in the last two years. Some estimates have shown that approximately 70 percent of emergency […]
Recent Humana Report Suggests Value-based Care Improves Costs, Outcomes 
Recent Humana Report Suggests Value-based Care Improves Costs, Outcomes 

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – In a “pay-for-performance” program or agreement, providers receive either a bonus or a penalty based on cost and outcome benchmarks that are set by a payer. Value-based payment models use quality […]