Time to Say Goodbye to Some Insurers’ Waivers for Covid Treatment Fees
A growing number of insurers are quietly ending those fee waivers for Covid-19 treatment on some or all policies
Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis Brings More Attention to Solving Long-Ignored Racial Gaps in Health
Where someone lives is the greatest predictor of health and life expectancy. A person's ZIP code is also a good predictor of their race and ethnicity.
What You Need to Know About Obesity
If you or a loved one has obesity, here are some facts to help you understand this common disease
Environmental and Societal Factors, Not Just Diet and Exercise, Contribute to Obesity
Healthcare providers need to look at more than what's on the plate to understand obesity
The Hidden Causes of Obesity
Experiencing mental health challenges and chronic stress can lead to significant weight gain. Stopping the cycle of obesity might start with a therapist.
Eliminating the Obesity Bias in Health Care
Caring properly for people with obesity starts with not judging them
Biden Moves to Overturn Trump Birth Control Rules
Trump era rules resulted in hundreds of thousands losing access to critical family planning and related preventive health services
How to Get Prior Authorization for Your Patients
92% of doctors report that prior authorizations cause delays in patient care
What You Need to Know About Prior Authorization
Without prior authorization, health insurers can deny coverage and not pay for services or treatments, but consumers can appeal
Prior Authorization Doesn’t Have to Be a Barrier to Care
If at first you are denied, try, try again
How to Navigate Prior Authorization
The ins and outs of getting what you need from your health insurance
Learn More About Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is a disease that affects 1 in 3 women
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