The proposed approach would directly regulate payments to hospitals and physicians, and rules would limit the amount of money a provider can receive for treating an illness.
Since the healthcare reform law originally passed, the state’s healthcare spending per capita has increased to 15 percent higher than the national average. However, in that same time, the number of uninsured dropped to 6.3 percent, compared with the national average of 18.4 percent.
More Articles on Healthcare Reform:
ASCA: How the Supreme Court’s Healthcare Reform Ruling Affects Surgery Centers
Kentucky Governor Prepares for Federal Healthcare Reforms
Editorial: Smaller Practices Must Adapt to Succeed After Health Reform
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.