Medical Groups Propose 21 Principles for Prior Authorization Reform
The American Medical Association and 16 patient, physician, hospital and pharmacy groups have issued a resounding message to health plans: it’s time to reform prior authorizations. In a new principles document, the group calls for data-driven policies that don’t disrupt patient care or unduly burden physicians and their staff.
Who Pays the Price for Health Plans’ Soaring Profits?
UnitedHealth Group announced higher than expected earnings this week, celebrating an 18 percent year-over-year increase to $185 billion in 2106 revenue. But not everyone’s cheering.
