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The hospital operations giant has lost a bid to dismiss a proposed class action lawsuit in North Carolina federal court, accusing it of scheming to restrict competition and artificially drive up costs for health plans.

Researchers estimate that approximately 3 in 10 working adults are classified as obese and one-third meet the criteria for being overweight.

Less than half of employers are confident in the integrity of health care services and fees charged by hospitals, pharmacy benefit managers, third-party administrators and even broker and consultants, says a new report.

Brokers can benefit from a new lead generation tool developed by Judy Diamond Associates for small employers, while wellbeing provider Grokker is offering a new "live session" mental health solution for employees.

Third-party financial service companies are stepping in to pay providers in full immediately after a claim is filed, then they assume the financial relationship with the patient to collect due balances.

Pharmacies are still grappling with difficulties providing prescriptions Friday following a cyberattack against one of the nation's largest health-care technology companies that began on Wednesday.