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Health Mergers Could Cut Consumer Options

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Potential deals among large U.S. health insurers could have market overlaps that hinder competition, Journal analysis finds

OIG warns physicians of fraud over compensation packages

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Based on recent settlements with 12 physicians over violations of the anti-kickback statute, the Office of the Inspector General is urging physicians who enter into medical directorships to ensure the arrangements reflect fair market value for services.

Based on recent settlements with 12 physicians over violations of the anti-kickback statute, the Office of the Inspector General is urging physicians who enter into medical directorships to ensure the arrangements reflect fair market value for services.

Pharmacists take on broader role

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UC San Diego's Sarah McBane was recently elected president of the California Pharmacists Association.

UC San Diego’s Sarah McBane was recently elected president of the California Pharmacists Association.

Jacksonville clinic owner charged with insurance fraud, racketeering

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OHSU uncovers easier ways to handle end-of-life paperwork

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OHSU is working on electronic end-of-life care systems.

Pursuing the Triple Aim: The First Seven Years

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Medicare’s Rush To Risk: Confounding Theory And Practice, Leaving ACOs Vulnerable

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What’s Currently Known About ACOs?

Boulder’s Foundry Group hits it big in Fitbit IPO

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Fitbit shares soared on their debut on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday.

Fitbit shares soared on their debut on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday.