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Employees with long COVID-19 symptoms can suffer from chronic fatigue, brain fog and difficulty breathing, but employers that refuse to provide an accommodation to these workers could lead to a spike in workplace claims.

Dozens of class-action lawsuits are pending against providers alleging their websites shared patient information with social media sites such as Facebook and Instagram, and more are being filed every day. violating HIPAA.

With the public health emergency expiring and much of the access to care coming to an end, sponsors need to make strategic plans and respond quickly and decisively to be able to succeed in the new environment, says a new report.

The new ChatGPT technology might help lighten administrative burdens but few in health care believe the latest form of AI is about to take their jobs (though some companies are experimenting with chatbots that act as guides to care).

Insulin and pharmacy benefit management company executives testified before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee this week in Washington in preparation for a vote on PBM legislation.

As the COVID emergency ends on May 11, the Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor and Treasury have issued guidance for employers with regard to COVID vaccine and test costs, telehealth and mental health parity.

At the committee level, there is a lot of bipartisan activity for health care reform for 2023 that includes PBM reforms and insulin caps in the commercial market, as well as regulatory guidance on the new retirement bill SECURE 2.0.

On Friday, the House Appropriations Committee approved a bill that would prevent "spread pricing" and increase regulations on PBMs, two days after the Senate unanimously passed its version.