The Tide is Turning to Control Healthcare Costs The negative implications of high, uncontrolled health spending are affecting sections of the country and industries very differently. The successes of public-sector strategies in Maryland and Massachusetts and private-sector initiatives at companies such as Walmart and Boeing offer hope that targeted actions by determined purchasers and policy…
Health Care Bills Causing Anxiety Among Patients As healthcare charges continue to escalate, many are realizing that consumer engagement is a key factor in controlling health spending. Consumers want affordable health care but resist any restrictions on access to providers and services. There has been considerable push back by consumers about the level of access…
Patients Seek Remedies for Spiraling Health Costs Physicians have become increasingly concerned about the financial burden high health care costs place on their patients. A number of physician societies have begun to advocate for changes. The American Board of Internal Medicine is leading an effort to reduce the use of low-value care through its Choosing Wisely campaign.…
Epic Offers Smart Solutions to Keep Healthcare Costs Under Control The average family health insurance premium in the US is approaching $20,000. By one estimate, average family premiums could rise to 100 percent of US median household income by 2033 if trends continue. More troubling is that evidence is mounting that nearly one-third of health spending is for care with…
