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Jun 21, 2025
 

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Rising costs push employers to rethink benefits strategies: WTW

Employers are aiming to be more strategic in how they administer benefits as costs continue to rise, according to a new survey from consulting firm WTW.
 

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Providence announces 'difficult but necessary' restructure cutting 600 positions

The major nonprofit, which employs 125,000 people across seven Western states, said it will shift those affected into other open positions “where possible.”

Ellipsis Health banks $45M for AI care manager, backed by Salesforce, Khosla Ventures and CVS Health Ventures

The startup said it will use the fresh funding to expand Sage's adoption across healthcare providers, payers and care management organizations. The company also will invest in its artificial intelligence capabilities and enhance clinical integration.

Democrats introduce bill to establish a Medicare 'Part E' public option

Democrats in the House and Senate have introduced a new bill that would establish a new "Part E" for Medicare that will allow people to opt into the program.

Nominations open for Fierce Healthcare's 2025 Most Influential Minority Executives

We want to recognize leaders who have made a measurable impact on healthcare in the past year. We will accept nominations for individuals working in any sector of healthcare who are part of an underrepresented community.

Democrats make pitch for Medicaid improvements as 'big beautiful bill' debate heats up

As the fight in the Senate over the "big beautiful bill" heats up, key Democrats have unveiled their own take on addressing fraud and waste in Medicaid.

Atul Butte, a biomedical and bioinformatics pioneer, dies at 55

The researcher, mentor, startup founder and prominent voice on the use of biomedical data and AI in healthcare had been battling cancer for two and a half years.

Senate Republicans have unveiled their version of the 'big, beautiful bill.' Here are 3 things to know

Republicans on the Senate Finance Committee have unveiled that chamber's version of the "big, beautiful" reconciliation package, which includes notable changes from the House's proposal.

AHIP 2025: A look at the current policy environment around Medicare Advantage

LAS VEGAS—Medicare Advantage has historically enjoyed bipartisan popularity, but, as the program has grown, so too has scrutiny of insurers' practices in this space.

Headspace launches insurance-backed direct-to-consumer therapy offering

Therapy by Headspace is available in all 50 states. It entails one-on-one video sessions with licensed therapists trained in a range of conditions, including anxiety, trauma and mood disorders. New patients will get three months of complimentary access to Headspace's core app.
 
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A bold bet on sharing real-time patient data

In this episode of "Podnosis," Senior Writer Anastassia Gliadkovskaya examines how Watershed Health is enabling real-time data sharing to support more coordinated patient care.
 

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