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MA plans taking a hit
Network selection is one tool plans are using to overcome cost pressures
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Insurers pinched by ACA cuts in MA
UnitedHealthcare and other plans are dropping network providers
States that will allow renewals
The following states are allowing local insurers the option to continue non-grandfathered plans through 2014.
Plans waiting on decisions before extending policies
In California, the commissioner and the exchange must reach an agreement
Plans still waiting for enrollment data
Some fixes have been created for insurers selling through healthcare.gov but not many
Single payer issue will rise again
Up-and-coming generation has an “occupy healthcare” attitude and could advocate for Medicare for all by 2020.
Employers drive value with centers of excellence
PBGH program gives employees no-cost joint replacement and free travel to top hospitals
Scorecard shows location more critial than income
Commonwealth Fund: Low-income families have advantages in top performing states
Role of EMRs shifting from data vessel to decision tool
A global Accenture study shows patients want access to EMRs so they can get more involved in their care
Advocates track Ohio's subsidized enrollment
Families USA drills down to estimate the number of subsidized enrollees
