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2017 Provider Directory Laws: State Legislation Wrap-Up and Map

Zelis Legislative Watch: Hawaiian Bill Becomes Latest Network Access and Adequacy Law

The governor of Hawaii had until last week to say what bills passed by the state legislature he intended to veto. Hawaii Senate Bill 387 was not on the governor’s veto list; as such, Hawaii has become one of a growing number of states with expansive provider network access and adequacy laws, which all include provisions regarding accurate provider directories.

5 Things Payers Need to Know: Senate’s Better Care Reconciliation Act (BCRA)

Yesterday, the Senate GOP released the Better Care Reconciliation Act (BCRA), a response to the House’s American Health Care Act (AHCA) passed in early May. These bills are part of the new administration’s effort to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

5 Things Healthcare Payers Need to Know about the House-Passed American Health Care Act (AHCA)

On May 4th, the House GOP passed the American Health Care Act (AHCA),which reverses and replaces parts of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

Three Keys to Balancing Health Plan Costs and Benefits

Businesses want to provide attractive, high-quality health benefits for employees while keeping costs under control. Unfortunately, striking this balance is often easier said than done.