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Navigating Healthcare Insurance: How Prior Authorization Programs Can Help

Prior authorization is a process that requires healthcare providers to obtain approval from the insurance company before certain medical services, treatments, or medications can be provided to a patient. This…

Climate Change is Crippling Hospitals

The increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, fueled by the undeniable effects of global warming, pose a grave threat to hospital infrastructure worldwide. As the climate continues to…

The Differences Between Urgent Care and Freestanding Emergency Departments

When faced with a medical situation, it’s crucial to understand the differences between the types of care that are available to you, such as urgent care and freestanding emergency departments.…

Why the FTC is Suing the Major Pharmacy Benefit Managers

Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) have become increasingly influential players in the healthcare industry, with just a few dominant players controlling a significant portion of the market. The top three PBMs…

Why the Stop Nurse Shortages Act is Critical for the Future of Healthcare

The nursing shortage is a pressing crisis that demands urgent attention. According to recent statistics, the United States is facing a critical shortage of nurses, with an estimated deficit of…

A Balanced Perspective on Noncompete Agreements

In our previous article, we discussed what noncompete agreements were and why companies use them. With that knowledge in mind, it is time to address the recent Federal Trade Commission’s…