Analysis

Although industry must comply immediately with these provisions, they lack guidance from regulators as to how, the SPARK Institute says.

Since 2014, the racial gaps in health care coverage fell, particularly in states that expanded Medicaid.

If your company isn't up-to-date on HIPAA compliance, you're putting yourself at risk of substantial penalties.

A recent study found a six percent lower rate of total opioid overdose deaths in states that expanded Medicaid.

In rural areas, where high-deductible plans are prevalent and incomes lower than in urban areas, patients often struggle to pay.

Some are concerned the new provider selection safe harbor will be abused.