National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/ Tue, 29 Jul 2025 13:45:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Favicon_NAH.png National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/ 32 32 Healthcare CEO on 340B reform: ‘It’s the abuse by very large, very profitable, tax-exempt institutions that I think needs to change’ https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/healthcare-ceo-on-340b-reform-its-the-abuse-by-very-large-very-profitable-tax-exempt-institutions-that-i-think-needs-to-change/ Fri, 25 Jul 2025 13:45:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20454 The post Healthcare CEO on 340B reform: ‘It’s the abuse by very large, very profitable, tax-exempt institutions that I think needs to change’ appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: July 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-july-2025/ Fri, 18 Jul 2025 16:46:46 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20435 In this Issue:

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]]> What’s Leading Healthcare Costs? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/20450/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 13:38:10 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20450 The post What’s Leading Healthcare Costs? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Find out how Shawn Gremminger is urging us to rethink healthcare costs today https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/find-out-how-shawn-gremminger-is-urging-us-to-rethink-healthcare-costs-today/ Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:24:46 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20444 The post Find out how Shawn Gremminger is urging us to rethink healthcare costs today appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Support builds for employers’ healthcare rescue role https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/support-builds-for-employers-healthcare-rescue-role/ Thu, 03 Jul 2025 13:45:22 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20408 The post Support builds for employers’ healthcare rescue role appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Understanding Health Care Pricing https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/understanding-health-care-pricing-2/ Thu, 03 Jul 2025 13:27:53 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20446 The post Understanding Health Care Pricing appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Why Employers Think the 340B Program Needs Reform https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/why-employers-think-the-340b-program-needs-reform/ Sun, 29 Jun 2025 15:51:19 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20341 The post Why Employers Think the 340B Program Needs Reform appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Plans Agree to Prior Auth Reform. Physicians and Business Groups Want Measurable Results https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/plans-agree-to-prior-auth-reform-physicians-and-business-groups-want-measurable-results/ Tue, 24 Jun 2025 15:58:56 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20345 The post Plans Agree to Prior Auth Reform. Physicians and Business Groups Want Measurable Results appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: June 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-june-2025/ Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:11:41 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20275 In this Issue:

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]]> Is Mark Cuban the Loudmouth Billionaire that Democrats Need for 2028? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/is-mark-cuban-the-loudmouth-billionaire-that-democrats-need-for-2028/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:55:33 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20343 The post Is Mark Cuban the Loudmouth Billionaire that Democrats Need for 2028? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions Elects New Board https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-of-healthcare-purchaser-coalitions-elects-new-board-2/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 01:33:38 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20235 32BJ Health Fund’s Cora Opsahl and Johns Hopkins University’s Ge Bai named external board members WASHINGTON – June 16, 2025 – The National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions announced its […]

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]]> Employers’ Long Game for Long Covid https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-long-game-for-long-covid/ Sun, 08 Jun 2025 16:40:47 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20412 The post Employers’ Long Game for Long Covid appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> 340B program should not be a profit engine for hospitals. We deserve better | Opinion https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/340b-program-should-not-be-a-profit-engine-for-hospitals-we-deserve-better-opinion/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 16:04:03 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20347 The post 340B program should not be a profit engine for hospitals. We deserve better | Opinion appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: May 30, 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-news-events-newsletter-may-30-2025/ Fri, 30 May 2025 21:52:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20217 The post National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: May 30, 2025 appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Better preventive kidney care could save U.S. employers $35B per year https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/better-preventive-kidney-care-could-save-u-s-employers-35b-per-year/ Mon, 12 May 2025 17:11:09 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20095 The post Better preventive kidney care could save U.S. employers $35B per year appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Healthcare Leaders Warn GOP Plan Would Deeply Chip Away At Medicaid Access https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/healthcare-leaders-warn-gop-plan-would-deeply-chip-away-at-medicaid-access/ Mon, 12 May 2025 14:45:12 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20100 The post Healthcare Leaders Warn GOP Plan Would Deeply Chip Away At Medicaid Access appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> NPC issues new white paper on 340B Drug Pricing Program https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/npc-issues-new-white-paper-on-340b-drug-pricing-program/ Thu, 08 May 2025 14:05:46 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20091 The post NPC issues new white paper on 340B Drug Pricing Program appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Could value-based care help RI’s primary care crisis? Why some doctors made the change https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/could-value-based-care-help-ris-primary-care-crisis-why-some-doctors-made-the-change/ Tue, 06 May 2025 19:12:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20082 The post Could value-based care help RI’s primary care crisis? Why some doctors made the change appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: May 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-may-2025/ Thu, 01 May 2025 21:50:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20215 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: April 28, 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-news-events-newsletter-april-28-2025/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20084 National Alliance Events: CKD Webinar; PBM Hub; Strategic Leadership SummitResources Worth Sharing: Driving Toward PBM TransparencyHot Topics: Mental Health Parity Pressure GrowsNEW! Monthly Health ObservancesNational Alliance in the NewsIn Case […]

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]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: April 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-april-2025/ Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20207 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: April 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-april-2025-2/ Sat, 26 Apr 2025 15:12:52 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=20213 In this Issue:

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]]> The Biggest Worries And Concerns Of Workers https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/the-biggest-worries-and-concerns-of-workers/ Mon, 21 Apr 2025 20:29:27 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19772 The post The Biggest Worries And Concerns Of Workers appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Trump Order Risks Triggering Lawsuits Over Drug Consulting Fees https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/trump-order-risks-triggering-lawsuits-over-drug-consulting-fees/ Fri, 18 Apr 2025 02:19:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19698 The post Trump Order Risks Triggering Lawsuits Over Drug Consulting Fees appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Lawmakers expected to vote on bill addressing federal drug program https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/lawmakers-expected-to-vote-on-bill-addressing-federal-drug-program/ Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:52:23 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19700 The post Lawmakers expected to vote on bill addressing federal drug program appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Tennessee Lawmakers Push Fines Critics Warn Would Penalize Transparency Efforts in Federal Discount Drug Program https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/tennessee-lawmakers-push-fines-critics-warn-would-penalize-transparency-efforts-in-federal-discount-drug-program/ Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:41:32 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19614 The post Tennessee Lawmakers Push Fines Critics Warn Would Penalize Transparency Efforts in Federal Discount Drug Program appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Reimagining value-based care to unlock quality care https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/reimagining-value-based-care-to-unlock-quality-care/ Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:00:39 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19596 The post Reimagining value-based care to unlock quality care appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Mark Cuban’s legacy play https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/mark-cubans-legacy-play/ Thu, 10 Apr 2025 21:04:44 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19602 The post Mark Cuban’s legacy play appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> 340B Program Is Driving Up Costs and Needs Urgent Reform | AMCP Annual 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/340b-program-is-driving-up-costs-and-needs-urgent-reform-amcp-annual-2025/ Mon, 07 Apr 2025 21:01:25 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19598 The post 340B Program Is Driving Up Costs and Needs Urgent Reform | AMCP Annual 2025 appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Seeing Through Opaque PBM Processes to Clear Employer Management https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/seeing-through-opaque-pbm-processes-to-clear-employer-management/ Thu, 03 Apr 2025 21:03:29 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19600 The post Seeing Through Opaque PBM Processes to Clear Employer Management appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Patients and Employers Support This GOP Budget Cut. Hospitals Say It’s Too Risky. https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/patients-and-employers-support-this-gop-budget-cut-hospitals-say-its-too-risky/ Tue, 01 Apr 2025 19:37:17 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19538 The post Patients and Employers Support This GOP Budget Cut. Hospitals Say It’s Too Risky. appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> New Study Reinforces Impact of 340B Drug Pricing Program on Rising Healthcare Costs for Employers – Roughly $36 Billion a Year in Extra Hospital Spending https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/new-study-reinforces-impact-of-340b-drug-pricing-program-on-rising-healthcare-costs-for-employers-roughly-36-billion-a-year-in-extra-hospital-spending/ Tue, 01 Apr 2025 11:41:39 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19531 Analysis finds commercial prices much higher at large 340B hospitals, adding to other program cost drivers like lost rebates, drug markups, distorted prescribing patterns and consolidation WASHINGTON – April 1, […]

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]]> Even ‘good’ employers face rising risk of lawsuits over health plan costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/even-good-employers-face-rising-risk-of-lawsuits-over-health-plan-costs/ Fri, 28 Mar 2025 13:06:55 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19507 The post Even ‘good’ employers face rising risk of lawsuits over health plan costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: March 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-march-2025/ Thu, 27 Mar 2025 22:10:12 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19758 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: March 25, 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-news-events-newsletter-march-25-2025/ Tue, 25 Mar 2025 21:19:12 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19737 In this issue:

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]]> Health benefits company co-founded by Dr. Oz could be a conflict of interest https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/health-benefits-company-co-founded-by-dr-oz-could-be-a-conflict-of-interest/ Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:10:30 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19482 The post Health benefits company co-founded by Dr. Oz could be a conflict of interest appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> NAHPC CEO: Souped-Up Value Assessment Entity A Much-Needed Rx Pricing Reform https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/nahpc-ceo-souped-up-value-assessment-entity-a-much-needed-rx-pricing-reform/ Tue, 18 Mar 2025 13:11:02 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19484 The post NAHPC CEO: Souped-Up Value Assessment Entity A Much-Needed Rx Pricing Reform appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Guest columnist: Federal 340B program needs dose of transparency in Ky. https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/guest-columnist-federal-340b-program-needs-dose-of-transparency-in-ky/ Mon, 17 Mar 2025 13:14:33 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19486 The post Guest columnist: Federal 340B program needs dose of transparency in Ky. appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Panelists Detail How Employers Can Demand More From PBM Contracts https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/panelists-detail-how-employers-can-demand-more-from-pbm-contracts/ Fri, 14 Mar 2025 00:02:57 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19696 The post Panelists Detail How Employers Can Demand More From PBM Contracts appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> New Tools to Help Employers Ensure Compliance with Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act Released https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/new-tools-to-help-employers-ensure-compliance-with-mental-health-parity-and-addiction-equity-act-released/ Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:49:39 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19416 National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions and Florida Alliance for Healthcare Value resources can help reduce non-compliance liability WASHINGTON – March 13, 2025 – As pressure increases for employers and […]

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]]> More than 65 Organizations Call on Workplaces to Provide Comprehensive Obesity Care Coverage https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/more-than-65-organizations-call-on-workplaces-to-provide-comprehensive-obesity-care-coverage/ Wed, 12 Mar 2025 13:16:39 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19488 The post More than 65 Organizations Call on Workplaces to Provide Comprehensive Obesity Care Coverage appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> 68 healthcare orgs sign on to open letter pushing for enhanced obesity care coverage https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/68-healthcare-orgs-sign-on-to-open-letter-pushing-for-enhanced-obesity-care-coverage/ Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:20:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19490 The post 68 healthcare orgs sign on to open letter pushing for enhanced obesity care coverage appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Op-Ed: Federal 340B program needs dose of transparency in Ky https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/op-ed-federal-340b-program-needs-dose-of-transparency-in-ky/ Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:30:52 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19360 The post Op-Ed: Federal 340B program needs dose of transparency in Ky appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: February 28, 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-news-events-newsletter-february-28-2025/ Sat, 01 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19358 In this issue:

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]]> Employers fear hospital rate hikes if GOP cuts Medicaid https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-fear-hospital-rate-hikes-if-gop-cuts-medicaid/ Fri, 28 Feb 2025 14:18:21 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19345 The post Employers fear hospital rate hikes if GOP cuts Medicaid appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Benefits group CEO stumps for PBM bills at House hearing https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/benefits-group-ceo-stumps-for-pbm-bills-at-house-hearing/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:38:34 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19337 The post Benefits group CEO stumps for PBM bills at House hearing appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> House Hearing on PBMs a Tale of Two Discussions https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/house-hearing-on-pbms-a-tale-of-two-discussions/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:36:27 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19349 The post House Hearing on PBMs a Tale of Two Discussions appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Trump Health Transparency Order Sparks Hope of Enforcement Boost https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/trump-health-transparency-order-sparks-hope-of-enforcement-boost/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:34:48 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19347 The post Trump Health Transparency Order Sparks Hope of Enforcement Boost appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Trump plans for Medicaid come up as House subcommittee deliberates on PBM reform https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/trump-plans-for-medicaid-come-up-as-house-subcommittee-deliberates-on-pbm-reform/ Wed, 26 Feb 2025 20:44:27 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19342 The post Trump plans for Medicaid come up as House subcommittee deliberates on PBM reform appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Congress Turns Attention to PBM Reform, Sort of https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/congress-turns-attention-to-pbm-reform-sort-of/ Wed, 26 Feb 2025 20:41:55 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19340 The post Congress Turns Attention to PBM Reform, Sort of appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance CEO Shawn Gremminger Testifies Before House Subcommittee on Energy and Commerce to Offer Employer Perspectives on PBM Reform https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-ceo-shawn-gremminger-testifies-before-house-subcommittee-on-energy-and-commerce-to-offer-employer-perspectives-on-pbm-reform/ Wed, 26 Feb 2025 19:42:30 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19311 WASHINGTON – February 26, 2025 – High and rising costs of prescription drugs in the commercial market are one of the most pressing concerns for employers and purchasers across the […]

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]]> Employers seek healthcare price transparency to control costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-seek-healthcare-price-transparency-to-control-costs/ Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:30:22 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19297 The post Employers seek healthcare price transparency to control costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Trump’s IVF Coverage Goals Confront Congress, Industry Limits https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/trumps-ivf-coverage-goals-confront-congress-industry-limits/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:40:46 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19282 The post Trump’s IVF Coverage Goals Confront Congress, Industry Limits appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Files Amicus Brief in Support of Johnson & Johnson 340B Drug Program Case https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-files-amicus-brief-in-support-of-johnson-johnson-340b-drug-program-case/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:25:31 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19274 WASHINGTON – February 20, 2025 – In keeping with its commitment to address healthcare costs and quality issues on behalf of employers and their employees across the United States, the […]

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]]> How this employee lost 100 lbs using his employee benefits https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/how-this-employee-lost-100-lbs-using-his-employee-benefits/ Wed, 19 Feb 2025 18:34:55 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19277 The post How this employee lost 100 lbs using his employee benefits appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> A proposed law could force California health insurers to explain claim denials https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/a-proposed-law-could-force-california-health-insurers-to-explain-claim-denials/ Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:57:36 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19253 The post A proposed law could force California health insurers to explain claim denials appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Announces 2025 Federal Policy Priorities to Offer Relief for America’s Employers and Working Families https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-announces-2025-federal-policy-priorities-to-offer-relief-for-americas-employers-and-working-families/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:27:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19237 WASHINGTON – February 11, 2025 – In the past two decades, costs for employers offering healthcare coverage has more than doubled, while out-of-pocket expenses for employees is three times higher […]

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]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: February 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-february-2025/ Sat, 01 Feb 2025 23:10:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19757 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: January 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-january-2025/ Fri, 31 Jan 2025 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19232 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: January 29, 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-news-events-newsletter-january-29-2025/ Wed, 29 Jan 2025 22:19:08 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19736 In this issue:

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]]> Finding and sharing hospital prices with your audience https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/finding-and-sharing-hospital-prices-with-your-audience/ Wed, 29 Jan 2025 18:37:11 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19279 The post Finding and sharing hospital prices with your audience appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employers outline health priorities under Trump https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-outline-health-priorities-under-trump/ Thu, 16 Jan 2025 17:14:36 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19019 The post Employers outline health priorities under Trump appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> How a Company Makes Millions Off a Hospital Program Meant to Help the Poor https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/how-a-company-makes-millions-off-a-hospital-program-meant-to-help-the-poor/ Wed, 15 Jan 2025 19:04:56 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18999 The post How a Company Makes Millions Off a Hospital Program Meant to Help the Poor appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Show us Your Prices | Predictions for 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/show-us-your-prices-predictions-for-2025/ Tue, 14 Jan 2025 19:02:34 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18997 The post Show us Your Prices | Predictions for 2025 appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> How Can Employers Manage Rising Healthcare Costs in 2025? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/how-can-employers-manage-rising-healthcare-costs-in-2025/ Tue, 07 Jan 2025 20:38:11 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18118 The post How Can Employers Manage Rising Healthcare Costs in 2025? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Where smaller PBMs are headed this year https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/where-smaller-pbms-are-headed-this-year/ Tue, 07 Jan 2025 01:48:38 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18115 The post Where smaller PBMs are headed this year appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> The 2025 BenefitsPRO health benefits predictions almanac https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/the-2025-benefitspro-health-benefits-predictions-almanac/ Mon, 30 Dec 2024 17:34:26 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18108 The post The 2025 BenefitsPRO health benefits predictions almanac appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: December 23, 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-news-events-newsletter-december-23-2024/ Mon, 23 Dec 2024 22:19:05 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19735 In this issue:

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]]> Colorado to consider state rules on massive federal 340B drug-pricing program https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/colorado-to-consider-state-rules-on-massive-federal-340b-drug-pricing-program/ Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:47:09 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18017 The post Colorado to consider state rules on massive federal 340B drug-pricing program appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> How Can Self-Insured Employers Identify Ways to Rein in Healthcare Costs? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/how-can-self-insured-employers-identify-ways-to-rein-in-healthcare-costs/ Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:39:59 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18015 The post How Can Self-Insured Employers Identify Ways to Rein in Healthcare Costs? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> PBM Reform is Part of Congress’ End of Year Bill https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/pbm-reform-is-part-of-congress-end-of-year-bill/ Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:48:15 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18019 The post PBM Reform is Part of Congress’ End of Year Bill appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Putting patients first: Workers suffer when their employers lack critical information about PBMs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/putting-patients-first-workers-suffer-when-their-employers-lack-critical-information-about-pbms/ Sat, 07 Dec 2024 00:49:50 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18021 The post Putting patients first: Workers suffer when their employers lack critical information about PBMs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> 5 pillars that underpin payer population health strategies https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/5-pillars-that-underpin-payer-population-health-strategies/ Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:51:08 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=18023 The post 5 pillars that underpin payer population health strategies appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: December 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-december-2024/ Sun, 01 Dec 2024 16:56:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16824 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies. In […]

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]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: Novemeber 27, 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-news-events-newsletter-novemeber-27-2024/ Wed, 27 Nov 2024 22:19:01 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19734 In this issue:

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]]> How CFOs Can Get Ready For An IPO In 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/how-cfos-can-get-ready-for-an-ipo-in-2025/ Tue, 26 Nov 2024 15:59:03 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17872 The post How CFOs Can Get Ready For An IPO In 2025 appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> ‘Qualified’ or ‘quack’? Hill debates Oz CMS pick. https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/how-cfos-can-get-ready-for-an-ipo-in-2025-2/ Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:04:44 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17874 The post ‘Qualified’ or ‘quack’? Hill debates Oz CMS pick. appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> 32BJ Health Fund and Rosen Hotels Honored for Healthcare Strategy Innovation by the National Alliance https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/32bj-health-fund-and-rosen-hotels-honored-for-healthcare-strategy-innovation-by-the-national-alliance/ Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:41:55 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17838 Alabama Employer Healthcare Consortium and Economic Alliance for Michigan recognized for member leadership WASHINGTON – November 19, 2024 – The National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions (National Alliance) acknowledged the […]

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]]> Many Americans Unable to Afford Medications, Navitus Survey Finds https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/many-americans-unable-to-afford-medications-navitus-survey-finds/ Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:34:43 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17733 The post Many Americans Unable to Afford Medications, Navitus Survey Finds appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Is There Still a Place for Point Solutions? One Investor Weighs In https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/is-there-still-a-place-for-point-solutions-one-investor-weighs-in/ Mon, 04 Nov 2024 14:32:36 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17612 The post Is There Still a Place for Point Solutions? One Investor Weighs In appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: November/December 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-november-december-2024/ Fri, 01 Nov 2024 22:09:55 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19756 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: November 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-november-2024/ Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:55:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16823 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies. In […]

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]]> Employers Shift to Equity-Focused Strategies as Health Costs Outpace Wages https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-shift-to-equity-focused-strategies-as-health-costs-outpace-wages/ Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:34:40 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17614 The post Employers Shift to Equity-Focused Strategies as Health Costs Outpace Wages appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employers Seek Strategies to Combat Rising Health Care Costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-seek-strategies-to-combat-rising-health-care-costs/ Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:42:29 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17623 The post Employers Seek Strategies to Combat Rising Health Care Costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Rising healthcare costs could trickle down to workers: employer survey https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/rising-healthcare-costs-could-trickle-down-to-workers-employer-survey/ Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:37:34 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17617 The post Rising healthcare costs could trickle down to workers: employer survey appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> How Employers Are Trying To Tame Healthcare Costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/how-employers-are-trying-to-tame-healthcare-costs/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 15:14:06 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17596 The post How Employers Are Trying To Tame Healthcare Costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Survey: Employers fear rising health costs could force trade-offs with wages, salaries https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/survey-employers-fear-rising-health-costs-could-force-trade-offs-with-wages-salaries/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 15:13:06 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17594 The post Survey: Employers fear rising health costs could force trade-offs with wages, salaries appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employers using various strategies to contain healthcare costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-using-various-strategies-to-contain-healthcare-costs/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:40:42 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17621 The post Employers using various strategies to contain healthcare costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Advanced primary care: More employers adopting to curb high hospital bills https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/advanced-primary-care-more-employers-adopting-to-curb-high-hospital-bills/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:39:19 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17619 The post Advanced primary care: More employers adopting to curb high hospital bills appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Survey Reveals Employers Using Innovative Payment Approaches Experienced Lower Healthcare Costs  https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-of-healthcare-purchaser-coalitions-survey-reveals-employers-using-innovative-payment-approaches-experienced-lower-healthcare-costs/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 12:59:03 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17547 Pulse of the Purchaser study also finds obesity, women’s health and health equity are growing areas of benefits focus for employers in 2024 and beyond  WASHINGTON – OCTOBER 29, 2024 […]

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]]> Employers eye PBM changes, fearing legal threat https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-eye-pbm-changes-fearing-legal-threat/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:11:47 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17589 The post Employers eye PBM changes, fearing legal threat appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> MedCity Pivot Podcast: Chat With Shawn Gremminger About Employer-Led Healthcare https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/medcity-pivot-podcast-chat-with-shawn-gremminger-about-employer-led-healthcare/ Fri, 25 Oct 2024 12:45:03 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17582 The post MedCity Pivot Podcast: Chat With Shawn Gremminger About Employer-Led Healthcare appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: October 23, 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-news-events-newsletter-october-23-2024/ Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:18:57 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19733 In this issue:

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]]> National Alliance Announces Keynote and Agenda for Annual Forum https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-announces-keynote-and-agenda-for-annual-forum/ Tue, 22 Oct 2024 14:13:31 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17524 Health economist and policy expert Dr. Zack Cooper will offer insight on the impact of rising healthcare costs to the US economy, businesses, and working families WASHINGTON – October 22, […]

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]]> Why Employers Are Turning to Primary Care as Health Care Costs Soar https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/why-employers-are-turning-to-primary-care-as-health-care-costs-soar/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 13:54:32 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17494 The post Why Employers Are Turning to Primary Care as Health Care Costs Soar appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Healthcare Premiums Are Soaring Even as Inflation Eases, in Charts https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/healthcare-premiums-are-soaring-even-as-inflation-eases-in-charts/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:54:50 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17496 The post Healthcare Premiums Are Soaring Even as Inflation Eases, in Charts appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: October 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-october-2024/ Tue, 01 Oct 2024 22:09:50 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19755 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: October 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-october-2024/ Tue, 01 Oct 2024 15:54:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16822 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies. In […]

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]]> Employer plans face GLP-1 anti-obesity drug rebate threats https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employer-plans-face-glp-1-anti-obesity-drug-rebate-threats/ Fri, 27 Sep 2024 21:48:35 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17373 The post Employer plans face GLP-1 anti-obesity drug rebate threats appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: September 26, 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-news-events-newsletter-september-26-2024/ Thu, 26 Sep 2024 21:15:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19731 In this issue:

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]]> Letter to HELP Committee regarding pricing practices of GLP-1s https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/letter-to-help-committee-regarding-pricing-practices-of-glp-1s/ Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:49:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17343 Employers and purchasers are struggling to afford coverage of GLP-1s to treat obesity for their employees and dependents. To provide access to these drugs for those most in need, many […]

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]]> These factory workers were swamped by medical debt. Then their employer stepped in https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/these-factory-workers-were-swamped-by-medical-debt-then-their-employer-stepped-in/ Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:36:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17330 The post These factory workers were swamped by medical debt. Then their employer stepped in appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Op-ed: Shawn Gremminger and Bret Jackson: What is hospital dumping and why should legislators, employers and patients care? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/op-ed-shawn-gremminger-and-bret-jackson-what-is-hospital-dumping-and-why-should-legislators-employers-and-patients-care/ Mon, 16 Sep 2024 23:57:55 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17318 The post Op-ed: Shawn Gremminger and Bret Jackson: What is hospital dumping and why should legislators, employers and patients care? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Finding Common Ground: Addressing PBM Issues and ERISA Tensions https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/finding-common-ground-addressing-pbm-issues-and-erisa-tensions/ Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:05:34 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17325 The post Finding Common Ground: Addressing PBM Issues and ERISA Tensions appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Path Forward Responds to the Final Parity Rule https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/path-forward-responds-to-the-final-parity-rule/ Tue, 10 Sep 2024 21:12:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17387 The post Path Forward Responds to the Final Parity Rule appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> MHPAEA: Feds post final mental health parity regulations https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/mhpaea-feds-post-final-mental-health-parity-regulations/ Tue, 10 Sep 2024 12:15:50 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17286 The post MHPAEA: Feds post final mental health parity regulations appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> EP448 (Part 2): 340B: Why Employers Should Probably Care About What’s Happening Here, With Shawn Gremminger https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/ep448-part-2-340b-why-employers-should-probably-care-about-whats-happening-here-with-shawn-gremminger/ Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:01:22 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17323 The post EP448 (Part 2): 340B: Why Employers Should Probably Care About What’s Happening Here, With Shawn Gremminger appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> EP448 (Part 1): 340B: Where It Started, Where It Is Now, and Who Is Really Benefiting From This Massive Program, With Shawn Gremminger https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/ep448-part-1-340b-where-it-started-where-it-is-now-and-who-is-really-benefiting-from-this-massive-program-with-shawn-gremminger/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 23:59:27 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17320 The post EP448 (Part 1): 340B: Where It Started, Where It Is Now, and Who Is Really Benefiting From This Massive Program, With Shawn Gremminger appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: September 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-september-2024-2/ Sun, 01 Sep 2024 22:09:42 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=19754 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: September 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-september-2024/ Sun, 01 Sep 2024 21:09:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17385 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: September 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-september-2024/ Sun, 01 Sep 2024 15:53:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16821 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies. In […]

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]]> Employers Urge Stronger Health Transparency as ERISA Turns 50 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-urge-stronger-health-transparency-as-erisa-turns-50/ Fri, 30 Aug 2024 18:13:38 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17195 The post Employers Urge Stronger Health Transparency as ERISA Turns 50 appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: August 29, 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-news-events-newsletter-august-29-2024/ Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:09:33 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17249 In this issue:

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]]> The fox guarding the henhouse: Addressing PBM industry misalignment and 340B https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/the-fox-guarding-the-henhouse-addressing-pbm-industry-misalignment-and-340b/ Mon, 26 Aug 2024 20:44:02 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17189 The post The fox guarding the henhouse: Addressing PBM industry misalignment and 340B appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Welcomes Healthcare Coalition/HR Leader Jenny Goins as Chief of Staff https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-welcomes-healthcare-coalition-hr-leader-jenny-goins-as-chief-of-staff/ Thu, 22 Aug 2024 17:35:59 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17061 WASHINGTON – August 22, 2024 – The National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions (National Alliance) announced that Jenny Goins, MA, SPHR, has joined the organization as Chief of Staff. Goins […]

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]]> Workplace insurance could soon be stripped down https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/workplace-insurance-could-soon-be-stripped-down/ Wed, 21 Aug 2024 15:48:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17053 The post Workplace insurance could soon be stripped down appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> New Medicaid Rule Adds Fuel To The Fire Of Commercial Hospital Price Inflation https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/new-medicaid-rule-adds-fuel-to-the-fire-of-commercial-hospital-price-inflation/ Fri, 09 Aug 2024 23:52:13 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17192 The post New Medicaid Rule Adds Fuel To The Fire Of Commercial Hospital Price Inflation appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: August 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-august-2024/ Thu, 01 Aug 2024 22:14:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16770 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies. In […]

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]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: August 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-august-2024/ Thu, 01 Aug 2024 21:55:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17311 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: July 30, 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-new-events-newsletter-july-30-2024/ Wed, 31 Jul 2024 21:37:22 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16893 In this issue:

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]]> Stuck in the Middle: Employers’ Challenges In Accessing Their Health Data https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/stuck-in-the-middle-employers-challenges-in-accessing-their-health-data/ Sun, 28 Jul 2024 15:48:13 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17055 The post Stuck in the Middle: Employers’ Challenges In Accessing Their Health Data appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Hospitals charging more than ‘fair price’ https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/hospitals-charging-more-thanfair-price/ Mon, 22 Jul 2024 14:32:21 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16802 The post Hospitals charging more than ‘fair price’ appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> How Chevron’s demise could impact employers, purchasers and health payers https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/how-chevrons-demise-could-impact-employers-purchasers-and-health-payers/ Fri, 12 Jul 2024 01:42:29 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16794 The post How Chevron’s demise could impact employers, purchasers and health payers appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Supreme Court ruling could soften upcoming mental health parity regulations https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/supreme-court-ruling-could-soften-upcoming-mental-health-parity-regulations/ Fri, 12 Jul 2024 01:40:15 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16792 The post Supreme Court ruling could soften upcoming mental health parity regulations appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: July 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-july-2024/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 22:12:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16771 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies. In […]

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]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: July 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-july-2024/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 21:55:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17310 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions Elects New Board https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-of-healthcare-purchaser-coalitions-elects-new-board/ Thu, 20 Jun 2024 16:34:44 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16727 Economic Alliance for Michigan President and CEO Bret Jackson named Chair WASHINGTON – June 20, 2024 – The National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions elected its slate of new officers […]

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]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: June 19, 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-new-events-newsletter-june-19-2024/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 21:36:03 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16892 In this issue:

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]]> Legislation to Improve Health Billing Transparency Endorsed by ERISA Industry Committee https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/legislation-to-improve-health-billing-transparency-endorsed-by-erisa-industry-committee/ Mon, 10 Jun 2024 15:07:34 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16761 The post Legislation to Improve Health Billing Transparency Endorsed by ERISA Industry Committee appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> The Leap to Self-Insurance https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/the-leap-to-self-insurance/ Tue, 04 Jun 2024 17:56:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16682 The post The Leap to Self-Insurance appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: June 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-june-2024/ Sat, 01 Jun 2024 21:55:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=17309 In this Issue:

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]]> Plan Sponsors, Insurers Spar Over Fiduciary Data Despite Lawsuits https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/plan-sponsors-insurers-spar-over-fiduciary-data-despite-lawsuits/ Fri, 31 May 2024 17:59:04 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16684 The post Plan Sponsors, Insurers Spar Over Fiduciary Data Despite Lawsuits appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> A day in the sun for a new sunscreen? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/a-day-in-the-sun-for-a-new-sunscreen/ Fri, 31 May 2024 15:11:17 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16763 The post A day in the sun for a new sunscreen? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Why half of all workers may struggle to get weight-loss drug health insurance coverage https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/why-half-of-all-workers-may-struggle-to-get-weight-loss-drug-health-insurance-coverage/ Thu, 30 May 2024 20:51:52 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16585 The post Why half of all workers may struggle to get weight-loss drug health insurance coverage appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Time for Employers to Take the Reins on Employee Healthcare https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/time-for-employers-to-take-the-reins-on-employee-healthcare/ Wed, 29 May 2024 20:53:50 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16587 The post Time for Employers to Take the Reins on Employee Healthcare appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: May 5, 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-new-events-newsletter-may-5-2024/ Fri, 24 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16641 In this issue:

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]]> Hospital to Union: Pay Up or You’re Stuck With Us in Your Health Plan https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/hospital-to-union-pay-up-or-youre-stuck-with-us-in-your-health-plan/ Tue, 21 May 2024 16:45:59 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16533 The post Hospital to Union: Pay Up or You’re Stuck With Us in Your Health Plan appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> ‘The Time Is Now’: How Employers Can Offer Comprehensive Obesity Care https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/the-time-is-now-how-employers-can-offer-comprehensive-obesity-care/ Mon, 20 May 2024 13:15:23 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16525 The post ‘The Time Is Now’: How Employers Can Offer Comprehensive Obesity Care appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employers Want Greater Accountability From Intermediaries to Ensure CAA Compliance per National Alliance Survey https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-want-greater-accountability-from-intermediaries-to-ensure-caa-compliance-per-national-alliance-of-healthcare-purchaser-coalitions-survey/ Thu, 16 May 2024 13:05:17 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16492 WASHINGTON – May 16, 2024 – There is growing concern among employers that they could face litigation if they are not exercising their fiduciary responsibilities as required by the complex […]

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]]> Opinion: High healthcare costs cause pain for small business owners and employees https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/opinion-high-healthcare-costs-cause-pain-for-small-business-owners-and-employees/ Thu, 02 May 2024 00:56:55 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16457 The post Opinion: High healthcare costs cause pain for small business owners and employees appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: May 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-may-2024/ Wed, 01 May 2024 20:06:52 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16777 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies. In […]

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]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: May 1, 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-new-events-newsletter-may-1-2024/ Wed, 01 May 2024 16:36:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16482 In this issue:

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]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: May 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-may-2024/ Wed, 01 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16643 In this Issue:

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]]> Employers feel the side effects of drugmaker control over Wegovy, Ozempic costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employers-feel-the-side-effects-of-drugmaker-control-over-wegovy-ozempic-costs/ Thu, 18 Apr 2024 18:05:23 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16194 The post Employers feel the side effects of drugmaker control over Wegovy, Ozempic costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Study Highlights Disparities in Access to In-Network Mental Health Care vs Medical Care https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/study-highlights-disparities-in-access-to-in-network-mental-health-care-vs-medical-care/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 18:06:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16196 The post Study Highlights Disparities in Access to In-Network Mental Health Care vs Medical Care appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: April 9, 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-new-events-newsletter-april-9-2024/ Tue, 09 Apr 2024 16:38:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16484 In this issue:

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]]> More Risks, More Opportunities: What’s Next For Employers In Healthcare? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/more-risks-more-opportunities-whats-next-for-employers-in-healthcare/ Sun, 07 Apr 2024 18:08:58 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16198 The post More Risks, More Opportunities: What’s Next For Employers In Healthcare? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Should New Entrants Bother With Selling Point Solutions To Employers? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/should-new-entrants-bother-with-selling-point-solutions-to-employers/ Thu, 04 Apr 2024 18:10:57 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16200 The post Should New Entrants Bother With Selling Point Solutions To Employers? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: April 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-april-2024/ Mon, 01 Apr 2024 16:39:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16487 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: April 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-april-2024/ Mon, 01 Apr 2024 13:18:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15122 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies.  In […]

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]]> Sources for covering the hidden clauses raising employers’ and workers’ health costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/sources-for-covering-the-hidden-clauses-raising-employers-and-workers-health-costs/ Thu, 21 Mar 2024 21:22:26 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16086 The post Sources for covering the hidden clauses raising employers’ and workers’ health costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employer health care advocacy group urges action on ‘indefensible’ hospital prices https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employer-health-care-advocacy-group-urges-action-on-indefensible-hospital-prices/ Thu, 21 Mar 2024 21:11:07 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16084 The post Employer health care advocacy group urges action on ‘indefensible’ hospital prices appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> The Importance of Maintaining ERISA Preemption https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/erisa-preemption-letter-of-support/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 20:02:50 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16071 To stress the importance of maintaining ERISA preemption and send a strong message to policymakers that ERISA should not be eroded, National Alliance members have signed onto the following letter. […]

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]]> Weight loss drug Wegovy is now approved for heart health — but that won’t mean broad insurance coverage just yet https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/weight-loss-drug-wegovy-is-now-approved-for-heart-health-but-that-wont-mean-broad-insurance-coverage-just-yet/ Sat, 16 Mar 2024 22:04:12 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16021 The post Weight loss drug Wegovy is now approved for heart health — but that won’t mean broad insurance coverage just yet appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> No Surprises Act Driving Medical Cost Hikes, Employer Groups Say https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/no-surprises-act-driving-medical-cost-hikes-employer-groups-say/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 23:00:11 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16017 The post No Surprises Act Driving Medical Cost Hikes, Employer Groups Say appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> What Ozempic can teach CFOs about drug costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/what-ozempic-can-teach-cfos-about-drug-costs/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 22:46:43 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16010 The post What Ozempic can teach CFOs about drug costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Upended: Can PBM Transparency Succeed? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/upended-can-pbm-transparency-succeed/ Wed, 06 Mar 2024 22:48:29 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16012 The post Upended: Can PBM Transparency Succeed? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Weight-loss drug restrictions shine spotlight on imbalance in obesity care https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/weight-loss-drug-restrictions-shine-spotlight-on-imbalance-in-obesity-care/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 22:56:13 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16014 The post Weight-loss drug restrictions shine spotlight on imbalance in obesity care appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: March 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-march-2024/ Fri, 01 Mar 2024 17:39:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16486 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: March 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-march-2024/ Fri, 01 Mar 2024 14:17:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15119 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies. In […]

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]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter:February 27, 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-new-events-newsletter-february-27-2024/ Tue, 27 Feb 2024 17:26:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15513 In this issue:

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]]> National Alliance Releases Employer Recommendations to Address Obesity Coverage https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-of-healthcare-purchaser-coalitions-releases-employer-recommendations-to-address-obesity-coverage/ Tue, 27 Feb 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15441 Resource includes position statement and benefit design considerations for anti-obesity medications including GLP-1s WASHINGTON – FEBRUARY 27, 2024 – Obesity affects more than 40% of the US population with far-reaching […]

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]]> Hospital prices are ‘unreasonable’ and ‘indefensible’, say employers https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/hospital-prices-are-unreasonable-and-indefensible-say-employers/ Mon, 26 Feb 2024 13:32:37 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15464 The post Hospital prices are ‘unreasonable’ and ‘indefensible’, say employers appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> 3 Reasons to Attend the Payer Insights Sessions at ViVE 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/3-reasons-to-attend-the-payer-insights-sessions-at-vive-2024/ Tue, 13 Feb 2024 03:01:48 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15125 The post 3 Reasons to Attend the Payer Insights Sessions at ViVE 2024 appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: February 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-february-2024/ Mon, 12 Feb 2024 15:16:18 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15114 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies. In […]

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]]> Johnson & Johnson Case Signals Employee Drug Price Suits to Come https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/johnson-johnson-case-signals-employee-drug-price-suits-to-come/ Sat, 10 Feb 2024 01:53:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=16024 The post Johnson & Johnson Case Signals Employee Drug Price Suits to Come appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: February 7, 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-new-events-newsletter-february-7-2024/ Wed, 07 Feb 2024 20:44:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15135 In this issue:

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]]> National Alliance President and CEO Shawn Gremminger Discusses 2024 Initiatives, PBMs, and Health Equity https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-president-and-ceo-shawn-gremminger-discusses-2024-initiatives-pbms-and-health-equity/ Sat, 03 Feb 2024 00:27:44 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15107 The post National Alliance President and CEO Shawn Gremminger Discusses 2024 Initiatives, PBMs, and Health Equity appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Six Reasons Why It’s So Hard to Get Your Weight-Loss Drugs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/six-reasons-why-its-so-hard-to-get-your-weight-loss-drugs/ Sat, 03 Feb 2024 00:24:55 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15103 The post Six Reasons Why It’s So Hard to Get Your Weight-Loss Drugs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: February 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-affiliate-newsletter-february-2024/ Thu, 01 Feb 2024 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15515 In this Issue:

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]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: January 31, 2025 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-new-events-newsletter-january-31-2024/ Wed, 31 Jan 2024 20:47:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15141 In this issue:

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]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: January 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-jan-2024/ Mon, 01 Jan 2024 23:28:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14759 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies. In […]

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]]> National Alliance Affiliate Newsletter: January 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/affiliate-newsletter-january-2024/ Mon, 01 Jan 2024 20:43:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15130 In this Issue:

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]]> Paying a lot for your health insurance? You might have a lawsuit. https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/paying-a-lot-for-your-health-insurance-you-might-have-a-lawsuit/ Thu, 21 Dec 2023 16:12:57 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15003 The post Paying a lot for your health insurance? You might have a lawsuit. appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Obesity, Women’s Health, Health Equity Among Top Benefit Focuses for Employers in 2024 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/obesity-womens-health-health-equity-among-top-benefit-focuses-for-employers-in-2024/ Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:20:59 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15000 The post Obesity, Women’s Health, Health Equity Among Top Benefit Focuses for Employers in 2024 appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: December 14, 2023 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-new-events-newsletter-december-14-2023/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 20:46:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15138 In this issue:

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]]> Employer Survey Finds High-Cost Claims and Hospital Prices are Major Concern https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employer-survey-finds-high-cost-claims-and-hospital-prices-are-major-concern/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 23:09:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14955 The post Employer Survey Finds High-Cost Claims and Hospital Prices are Major Concern appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Report: Less than Half of Employers Are Confident In Integrity of Hospitals, PBMs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/report-less-than-half-of-employers-are-confident-in-integrity-of-hospitals-pbms/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 16:42:09 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14962 The post Report: Less than Half of Employers Are Confident In Integrity of Hospitals, PBMs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Survey Finds More than Half of Employers Not Confident in PBM Practices https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/survey-finds-more-than-half-of-employers-not-confident-in-pbm-practices/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 16:35:18 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14959 The post Survey Finds More than Half of Employers Not Confident in PBM Practices appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Lack of Confidence in Service Providers, Healthcare Affordability Among Top Employer Concerns per National Alliance Survey https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/lack-of-confidence-in-service-providers-healthcare-affordability-among-top-employer-concerns-per-national-alliance-survey/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 14:53:19 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14683 Pulse of the Purchaser study also finds obesity, women’s health and health equity are growing areas of benefits focus for employers in 2024 and beyond WASHINGTON – DECEMBER 13, 2023 […]

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]]> Navigating Work With PBMs: Negotiations, Misalignments, and Drug Costs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/navigating-work-with-pbms-negotiations-misalignments-and-drug-costs/ Thu, 07 Dec 2023 16:26:48 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14678 The post Navigating Work With PBMs: Negotiations, Misalignments, and Drug Costs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Cigna-Humana Deal Would Complicate Drug Pricing for Health Plans https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/cigna-humana-deal-would-complicate-drug-pricing-for-health-plans/ Thu, 07 Dec 2023 16:24:07 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14675 The post Cigna-Humana Deal Would Complicate Drug Pricing for Health Plans appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> CVS drug pricing overhaul signals a broader industry shift https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/cvs-drug-pricing-overhaul-signals-a-broader-industry-shift/ Wed, 06 Dec 2023 20:08:42 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14647 The post CVS drug pricing overhaul signals a broader industry shift appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Mental health benefits: Overcoming hurdles to provide employees with better access to care https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/mental-health-benefits-overcoming-hurdles-to-provide-employees-with-better-access-to-care/ Mon, 04 Dec 2023 20:10:27 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14652 The post Mental health benefits: Overcoming hurdles to provide employees with better access to care appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Mental health benefits: Overcoming hurdles to provide employees with better access to care https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/mental-health-benefits-overcoming-hurdles-to-provide-employees-with-better-access-to-care-2/ Mon, 04 Dec 2023 17:25:58 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=15010 The post Mental health benefits: Overcoming hurdles to provide employees with better access to care appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Health & Cultural Observances Newsletter: December 2023 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-health-cultural-observances-newsletter-dec-2023/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 23:30:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14768 The National Alliance Coalition Health Advisory Council provides this newsletter to make it easier for employers to tie select national health and cultural observances to health and wellbeing strategies. In […]

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]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: November 29, 2023 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-new-events-newsletter-november-29-2023/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 20:28:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14695 The post National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: November 29, 2023 appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Expert Discusses Biosimiliars Influencing Pricing of Biologic Drugs https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/expert-discusses-biosimiliars-influencing-pricing-of-biologic-drugs/ Wed, 22 Nov 2023 19:13:27 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14627 The post Expert Discusses Biosimiliars Influencing Pricing of Biologic Drugs appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Foot Locker, Teamsters Show Their Drug-Benefit Managers the Door https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/foot-locker-teamsters-show-their-drug-benefit-managers-the-door/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 21:07:45 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14672 The post Foot Locker, Teamsters Show Their Drug-Benefit Managers the Door appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Lina Khan speaks out about FTC’s private equity lawsuit: ‘We’re putting the market on notice’ https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/lina-khan-speaks-out-about-ftcs-private-equity-lawsuit-were-putting-the-market-on-notice/ Fri, 17 Nov 2023 19:10:36 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14624 The post Lina Khan speaks out about FTC’s private equity lawsuit: ‘We’re putting the market on notice’ appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Employer Coalition Urges Congress to Pass PBM Reforms This Year https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employer-coalition-urges-congress-to-pass-pbm-reforms-this-year/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 13:25:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14582 EmployersRx and allies urge Congress to continue its momentum to eliminate PBM business practices driving up the cost of drugs for American businesses and workers OAKLAND, CA and WASHINGTON – […]

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]]> Prudential Financial and Bell & Evans Honored for Healthcare Strategy Innovation by the National Alliance https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/prudential-financial-and-bell-evans-honored-for-healthcare-strategy-innovation-by-the-national-alliance/ Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:21:12 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14577 Houston Business Coalition on Health recognized for member leadership WASHINGTON – November 14, 2023 – The National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions (National Alliance) recognized the efforts of employers and […]

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]]> Employer group pushes for site-neutral https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/employer-group-pushes-for-site-neutral/ Tue, 07 Nov 2023 19:06:33 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14621 The post Employer group pushes for site-neutral appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: November 3, 2023 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-news-events-newsletter-november-3-2023/ Fri, 03 Nov 2023 19:51:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14709 The post National Alliance News & Events Newsletter: November 3, 2023 appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> Gremminger Succeeding Thompson as Head of National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/gremminger-succeeding-thompson-as-head-of-national-alliance-of-healthcare-purchaser-coalitions/ Wed, 01 Nov 2023 12:39:15 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14495 The post Gremminger Succeeding Thompson as Head of National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> National Alliance Names Health Policy Expert Shawn Gremminger as New President and CEO https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/national-alliance-of-healthcare-purchaser-coalitions-ceo-and-president-named/ Wed, 01 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14480 WASHINGTON – November 1, 2023 – The National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions (National Alliance) is pleased to announce Shawn Gremminger as its new president and CEO, succeeding Michael Thompson […]

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]]> Blue Shield of California is promising a simpler, cheaper pharmacy benefits model. Can it deliver? https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/blue-shield-of-california-is-promising-a-simpler-cheaper-pharmacy-benefits-model-can-it-deliver/ Wed, 25 Oct 2023 12:41:00 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14498 The post Blue Shield of California is promising a simpler, cheaper pharmacy benefits model. Can it deliver? appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

]]> 3 Ways That Large Employers Influence Health Insurance Costs, Coverage https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/news/3-ways-that-large-employers-influence-health-insurance-costs-coverage/ Wed, 18 Oct 2023 19:41:57 +0000 https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/?p=14467 The post 3 Ways That Large Employers Influence Health Insurance Costs, Coverage appeared first on National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions.

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