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How Coronavirus is Affecting Healthcare Costs

July 21, 2020/in COVID-19

Coronavirus has disrupted quite a few industries over the last few months. One of the industries that it will continue to affect for the foreseeable future is the healthcare system. As it continues to spread, and we continue to see the effects of coronavirus, insurance programs will likely see a rise in health care costs. Here is an overview of how we think coronavirus could affect health care costs:

Medicaid Coverage Can Save Lives!

July 21, 2020/in ACA Compliance, Voluntary Benefits

Having coverage is extremely important in ensuring your health and wellbeing especially during today’s environment. While some states believe that it’s too late to expand Medicaid coverage, it could help those unemployed greatly. Over the last few months, all but 15 states have participated in the expansion of Medicaid. This coverage can help save lives.

Medicare, False Claims Act & Audits

July 20, 2020/in ACA Compliance, COVID-19

Under the CARES Act, the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services was instructed to write payments under the Inpatient Prospective Payment System by 20% for Medicare beneficiaries who have had COVID-19.