Research

Policymakers should consider increasing transparency, explore alternatives to the rebate system, scrutinize vertical integration, and seek better alignment of PBM incentives with patient and payer interests.

A few pharmacy benefit managers dominate each of the payer markets, and the three biggest PBMs appear to be targeting different markets.”

Health insurance is working well to protect the highest spenders, while others are paying an increasing share of out-of-pocket costs.

Most respondents who self-advocated achieved bill corrections and payment relief.

Public Trust in Drinking Water Safety is Low Globally

Sticking with familiar terms “climate change” and “global warming” is advisable because public responsiveness may be lower when terms are unfamiliar.

While risk-adjusted Medicare Advantage bids have decreased compared with risk-adjusted traditional Medicare spending, total payments to MA plans have risen partly because of the growing impact of payment adjustments.

This study surveyed a representative US population about aspects of hospital-at-home care, including acceptability and willingness to perform caregiving tasks.

The study findings suggest that Medicaid IMD waivers are at least somewhat effective at impacting the population targeted by the policy.

Policies that reduce prescribing barriers may improve access to emergency contraceptives, particularly ulipristal.