NY Healthcare: When Prices Go Up, So Do “Nonprofit” Profits
In a state where nearly 1 in 2 residents struggles to afford care, New York’s largest hospital systems are quietly stacking billions in reserves and expansions. @Building Service 32BJ Benefit Funds, @NYC Office of the Mayor, @Health Care Cost Institute, @General Teamsters Local 251, @TEAMSTERS LOCAL 2010, @Iron Workers International, @Teamsters Local 769, @International Brotherhood […]
Breaking Down NY Healthcare: 6 of 10
New York Healthcare: Spending vs. Outcomes Breakdown
Nearly 40% of all healthcare dollars in New York are consumed by hospital care. But what do employers, unions, and patients actually get in return? It’s Not That We’re Not Spending Enough… It’s that we’re paying the wrong people, for the wrong things, in the wrong way. This is Post 1 of 10 in our […]
Hospital Price Transparency: A Comedy of Errors
Ever tried to figure out the cost of a surgery? Turns out, it’s like solving a riddle – brought to you by hospitals, insurers, and, of course, our federal government. First, we had executive orders to force hospitals and insurers to reveal their negotiated prices. But instead of clear, useful information, we got a mess […]
Anthem Blue Cross Under Fire: A Call for Direct Contracting with Independent Providers
Recent reports reveal that Anthem Blue Cross, NYC’s primary public-employee insurer, initially withheld pricing data, citing confidentiality agreements. This lack of transparency has drawn criticism, especially as the city grapples with soaring healthcare costs. Although Anthem has now agreed to share the data, the incident underscores the challenges of opaque pricing in healthcare. This situation […]
More Bipartisan Consensus on the Necessity for Healthcare Reform
Recent discussions have highlighted a notable shift among Republican voters regarding health care policy. Traditionally advocating for minimal government intervention, many within the GOP base are now expressing support for federal measures to address escalating health care costs. This change is largely driven by personal experiences with exorbitant medical expenses, leading to increased backing for […]