HHS’ Office of Inspector General has found that patients in vertically integrated Medicare Part D plans pay substantially higher out-of-pocket drug costs — and that data gaps are preventing a full picture of how consolidation affects pharmacies, according to a…
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Austin-based UT Health Austin was named the most trusted healthcare brand in Monigle’s “2026 most trusted healthcare brands” section of its Humanizing Brand Experience Vol. 9 report. Brand consultancy Monigle surveyed more than 3,000 nationally balanced U.S. healthcare consumers for…
While hospitals and health systems work to recruit and retain the next generation of healthcare talent, another group is also top of mind: those nearing retirement age. A recent study found that leaving the workforce before retirement age may accelerate…
The average American covered by an employer health plan is projected to spend $8,460 on healthcare this year, up from $7,838 in 2025, according to Milliman’s 2026 Medical Index released May 20. The index captures both employer and employee cost…
San Oo has been named chief technology officer of healthcare AI startup Abridge. Mr. Oo was most recently senior vice president of engineering at AI workspace developer Notion. He previously cofounded two tech companies that were acquired by LinkedIn and…
In this episode, Shailu Verma, CEO and Co-Founder, Mila Health, discusses how AI agents are transforming care coordination, patient follow-up, and healthcare accessibility through personalized, multilingual support. He also shares insights on building scalable AI solutions, improving patient engagement, and…
This episode recorded live at the Becker’s Spring 2026 Payer Issues Roundtable features Michael Roan, Market Lead, South Atlantic Markets, Oscar Health. He discusses innovative plan design, proactive care strategies, and how Oscar Health is leveraging AI and personalized member…
The House Ways and Means Committee has advanced legislation that would expand Medicare coverage for pharmacist-provided testing and treatment services for common respiratory illnesses. The Main Street Pharmacy Access Act, HR 3164, would allow Medicare Part B to cover pharmacist-provided…
Hickory, N.C.-based Catawba Valley Health System has opened a new community pharmacy in Hickory. Catawba Valley Community Pharmacy offers expanded access, extended hours, personalized service, drive-thru pickup and coordinated care for patients and community members, according to a May 15…
Steven Chyung, senior vice president and chief supply chain and procurement officer at Oakland, Calif.-based Kaiser Permanente, was elected to the GS1 US board of governors. The organization, which develops and maintains supply chain and commerce standards used across industries,…