A recent study by Rogers et al appeared in Health Affairs, “Interruptions in Private Health Insurance and Outcomes in Adults with Type 1 Diabetes: A Longitudinal Study.” The findings indicated that for those with chronic diseases (Type 1 Diabetes in this case), the loss of insurance exacerbates their condition markers and lowers one’s perceived health and satisfaction with… Read More »
There is a conversation occurring concerning the ability of states to administer specific personal responsibility requirements on Medicaid beneficiaries to receive coverage benefits. This discussion is relevant as it relates to the Medicaid Work Requirements that states are currently proposing. A seemingly simple notion on the surface; recipients must meet specific requirements as a condition of their coverage,… Read More »
Achieving lackluster results, the United States indisputably spends an exorbitant proportion of our Gross Domestic Product on Healthcare. There are two sides to that equation: either we should be receiving better results for what we pay, or we should pay less for the results that are rendered. No matter what you believe, a conversation is warranted on why… Read More »
As we move to delivering value to those we serve, consumerism has taken a front seat concerning how we think about how we deliver care. However, we should be cautious when doing so to avoid creating a situation where we drive up costs. Retail clinics have been touted as a way to decrease unnecessary emergency department visits, as… Read More »
There have been many changes in recent years that have created uncertainty in the healthcare environment. These have included a shift to pay for value, a greater focus on outcomes, meaningful use, and most recently a complete overhaul of the physician payment model for Medicare beneficiaries. We have seen increased physician employment by health systems and consolidation in… Read More »
As we “debate” the idea of choice concerning healthcare coverage, there are many key points that we seem to be leaving out of the equation. We are a country founded on the principles of individual rights, but also other rights that are bestowed upon us. Many people believe that one should not have to pay for services if… Read More »
Healthcare in the United States has been deemed a social right. No matter what happens, a person will always receive care under emergency conditions. There are also many organizations that make it their mission for all to receive non-emergent care. The idea of universal coverage is a bipartisan issue as there is no doubt that a healthier society… Read More »