Oregon’s Bold Healthcare Merger Law Fails to Block a Single Deal in Five Years
Oregon passed a groundbreaking law in 2021 to block hospital and medical practice mergers, aiming to curb rising healthcare costs and preserve competi...
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8 Essential Health Insurance Terms Explained to Save You Money and Stress
Health insurance in the U.S. is notoriously complex. This guide breaks down eight critical terms—including deductibles, copays, and surprise billing—t...
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A Minnesota Star Tribune-KFF Health News investigation reveals that Minnesota hospitals, including CentraCare, spend far less on charity care than the...
Medicare to Offer $50/Month Weight Loss Drugs Starting July 2026: Key Facts for Beneficiaries
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Health System CEOs Face Congressional Scrutiny Over Rising U.S. Healthcare Costs
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KFF Health News Minute: Key Health Policy Updates and Trends in 2024
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Woman Faces $6,700 ER Bill After Urgent Care Treats Life-Threatening Allergic Reaction
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Cancer Survivors Struggle with Lingering Medical Debt Despite Remission
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Why Cheap Health Insurance Plans Can Cost You More Later
High-deductible health plans may seem affordable upfront, but unexpected medical bills can quickly turn them into costly traps. NPR’s Life Kit podcast...
Connecticut Physicians Now Lead Medical Debt Lawsuits, Replacing Hospitals in Court Fights
In Connecticut, doctors, dentists, and ambulance companies now file over 80% of medical debt lawsuits, a sharp reversal from five years ago when hospi...
How a Patent Lawyer’s Work Shaped America’s High Drug Prices: The Story of Alfred Engelberg
Alfred Engelberg, a patent lawyer, played a pivotal role in shaping U.S. pharmaceutical policy. His work led to more generic drugs but also entrenched...
KFF Health News Minute: Key Health Policy Updates and Trends Explained
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AI in Healthcare: How AI Tools Are Driving Up Medical Costs Instead of Reducing Them
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