A Massachusetts man and a Boston dental clinic face charges of defrauding Medicaid of $245,000 and performing unlicensed dental procedures, following an indictment by a Suffolk County Grand Jury.

Regulatory demands for plain language drive life insurers to adopt generative AI tools to improve customer communications and ensure clarity and compliance.

Insurance enrollment fraud is leaving vulnerable Ohioans without proper coverage, prompting calls for urgent government intervention to protect patients.

Climate change is set to significantly affect healthcare delivery, increasing utilization and costs while disrupting supply chains. Payers must develop comprehensive strategies to address these challenges and ensure sustainable operations.

A recent NerdWallet survey exposes a significant portion of Americans admitting to falsifying information on insurance applications, with younger adults leading the trend.

A new report by the Workers Compensation Research Institute highlights a 5-6% increase in work-related accidents when temperatures exceed 90 degrees, particularly in the southern U.S. and construction industry.

Glen Davis, former NBA champion, is sentenced to 40 months for his involvement in defrauding the NBA Players’ Health and Welfare Plan.

Sentry’s recent report underscores the significant effect of behavioral health on workers’ compensation claims, urging early intervention.

The first quarter of 2024 sees a significant uptick in ransomware attacks, especially on healthcare providers, amidst ongoing cybercriminal activities.

A comprehensive review of 2023 highlights reduced prescription costs and significant declines in opioid use within the insurance industry.

A recent CDC report investigates a cluster of infections linked to Brazilian butt lift procedures at a South Florida clinic, emphasizing the need for improved safety protocols.

Johnson & Johnson seeks to settle tens of thousands of claims alleging its talc products caused ovarian cancer with a proposed $6.5 billion settlement.

A Pennsylvania court has ruled that employers can reimburse injured workers for medical marijuana, clarifying that this does not constitute a federal offense.

Americans faced over $16 million in losses to healthcare fraud in the first quarter of 2024, marking a significant increase in fraudulent activities.

In 2024, healthcare experienced a digital transformation, with a sharp increase in telehealth use and wellness technologies reshaping patient care.