STAT+: Rising premiums, a sad Medicaid gathering, and a new fraud crackdown
The cost of health insurance is surging, and CMS presses ahead with a new fraud crackdown.
STAT+ reports that employers are beginning to face challenges in managing rising health care premiums, as costs continue to soar. While many companies have managed to protect their workers from the full impact of these premium increases, small businesses are finding it increasingly difficult to keep up. The article suggests that employers may be reaching a breaking point, with potential consequences for both the workforce and the overall health care system.
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