Tag: Medical
Why disputing a medical bill may help cut your costs
Consumers often feel overwhelmed by their medical bills, believing that they are set in stone and cannot be…
Ross Segan named head of FDA medical device safety unit
The Food and Drug Administration has appointed Ross Segan, a former executive in the device industry and Army…
Obesity-Drug Pioneers Win Prestigious Lasker Award for Medical Science
The prestigious Lasker Awards for Medical Science have been awarded to three scientists for their groundbreaking work in…
Dictionary.com Summer 2024 Update Includes 3 New Medical Terms
Dictionary.com’s Summer Word Drop added several new terms that reflect the current trends and concerns in society. Among…
Medical debt forgiveness could mean big paydays for hospitals
Atrium Health, the largest health system in North Carolina, recently made a strategic decision that paid off handsomely.…
D.C. Diagnosis newsletter: Hospitals may benefit from medical debt relief plans
Stay up to date with the latest in health and medicine policy by reading D.C. Diagnosis, STAT’s newsletter.…
The Hidden Consequences Of Erasing Medical Debt
This could lead to hospital price inflation, as hospitals may increase their charges to offset the discounts they…