Hospital charges are out of control. Will transparency help?
A new report shows that the ratio of hospital charges compared to their costs has ballooned over the past decades. Why does it matter? More
Is the price of remdesivir too high or too low?
Experts weigh in on the recently revealed price of Covid-19 drug remdesivir. More
COVID-19 and insulin: How the virus could be worse for people with diabetes
Over the past few decades, the price of insulin has skyrocketed, creating a desperate situation for many Americans with diabetes. How has COVID-19 affected those who depend on insulin to survive? More
“What worries you most?” Survey examines patients’ biggest health care worries
What are American people most worried about when it comes to health care? The Right Care Alliance patient council conducted a survey of more than 1,000 patients from across the country, to find out patients' biggest health care concerns. More
More coverage but more cost: Are we better off now than 20 years ago?
Uninsurance rates have fallen over the past 20 years, but has health care become more affordable? More
Is single-payer a “job killer”? And does it matter?
Some policymakers argue that moving to single payer health care will "kill jobs." But is that a reason to stick with the status quo?
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Income volatility and heart health
Income volatility has a significant impact on financial security, which can affect heart health as well, according to new research. More
Virginia’s “best” hospital sues 6,000 patients each year
The University of Virginia Medical Center is ranked as the "best" hospital in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report, but the hospital is among the worst when it comes to suing patients for unpaid medical bills. More
When a deal isn’t really a deal: Coupons for medical imaging
If you buy something you don't need at a high discount, does that make it a good deal? Why patients should be wary of Groupons for medical imaging. More
The life cycle of medical debt
Two stories in the recent news demonstrate how hospitals and debt collection agencies will go to extreme lengths to get the money they believe they are owed. More
Should patients bear more of the cost for ambulance rides?
Should patients be on the hook for ambulance rides for non-emergencies? It's not that simple, write Dr. Surafel Tsega and Dr. Harry Cho in JAMA. More
Which hospitals sue patients for unpaid medical bills?
It's not the hospitals you might expect... More
Is this $2 million gene therapy drug priced “fairly”?
The approval of a new gene therapy to treat spinal muscular atrophy has created a hot debate in the health policy world about whether or not the drug's $2.1 million price tag is too expensive or a fair price. More
Is our health care system prepared for a pediatric mental health crisis?
Is our health care system prepared to treat more behavioral health problems in younger people? So far, the answer is no. More
Private equity investments in physician practices and overuse
Physician practices are increasingly being bought up by private equity firms. What does this mean for quality of care and overuse? More
How much is medical care “worth”? The tricky question of value
Should we be worried about projected increases in health care spending? Or is it just the price we pay for better health? More
American families spent more on hospital care than federal taxes in 2018
They say that nothing is certain but death and taxes. Maybe we should add "high health care costs" to that list of certainties... More
Incorporating cost into shared decision making conversations
The cost-benefit equation for lung cancer screening is missing a significant type of cost... More
Why can’t we get real hospital prices?
Why can't we get better price transparency for health care services in hospitals? Because the "real" price doesn't exist... More
New report sheds light on hospital price variation
Ever wonder why you can't get a straight answer about how much a test or procedure in the hospital? This new report has answers. More