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"Across services, drugs and inputs, the United States consistently pays substantially higher prices than its peers for comparable services, drug and inputs," according to a new report in Health Affairs.

The action is part of President Donald Trump's Great American Recovery Initiative, established by executive order on Jan. 15, a federal effort aimed at expanding treatment access and ensuring patients can seek help without fear of discrimination.

Additionally, deductibles for single coverage were equal to 5% or more of the 2024 median individual income in 26 states.

Eric Silverman explores the evolving world of "enhanced" benefits and why every employee offering deserves attention, not just medical plans.

The Wall Street Journal reported that UnitedHealth shareholders were not told about these investments, which totaled tens of millions of dollars.

DOL officials wanted PBMs to share the costs, but the new transparency mandate law prohibits PBMs from paying the auditors.