Sentences with phrase «include medical care costs»

Other out of pocket expenses, which can include medical care costs, the cost of replacing / repairing damaged items, the cost of home adaptations now required, and income loved ones have lost because of the time they spent caring for you
In one year the cost of motorcycle crash - related injuries and death cost about $ 12 billion including medical care costs and productivity losses.

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The Trump administration's moves on Obamacare last week — including the decision to stop paying subsidies meant to lower low - income enrollees» out - of - pocket medical costs to insurance companies — have dominated health care headlines.
EviCore does medical benefit cost management for a number of major insurers covering 100 million people; the services it targets include radiology, cancer treatment and post-acute care benefits.
The Healthcare Reform Law, including The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and The Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, could have a material adverse effect on Humana's results of operations, including restricting revenue, enrollment and premium growth in certain products and market segments, restricting the company's ability to expand into new markets, increasing the company's medical and operating costs by, among other things, requiring a minimum benefit ratio on insured products, lowering the company's Medicare payment rates and increasing the company's expenses associated with a non-deductible health insurance industry fee and other assessments; the company's financial position, including the company's ability to maintain the value of its goodwill; and the company's cash flows.
There are myriad factors that are likely feeding into this public health gap, including big geographic and socioeconomic disparities in access to medical care and the sky - high cost of American medicine.
Congress remains at an impasse over the future of the Affordable Care Act, while employers and consumers are struggling under the weight of rising medical costs, including the soaring price of prescription drugs.
Forward - looking statements may include, among others, statements concerning our projected adjusted income (loss) from operations outlook for 2018, on both a consolidated and segment basis; projected total revenue growth and global medical customer growth, each over year end 2017; projected growth beyond 2018; projected medical care and operating expense ratios and medical cost trends; our projected consolidated adjusted tax rate; future financial or operating performance, including our ability to deliver personalized and innovative solutions for our customers and clients; future growth, business strategy, strategic or operational initiatives; economic, regulatory or competitive environments, particularly with respect to the pace and extent of change in these areas; financing or capital deployment plans and amounts available for future deployment; our prospects for growth in the coming years; the proposed merger (the «Merger») with Express Scripts Holding Company («Express Scripts») and other statements regarding Cigna's future beliefs, expectations, plans, intentions, financial condition or performance.
Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: our ability to achieve our financial, strategic and operational plans or initiatives; our ability to predict and manage medical costs and price effectively and develop and maintain good relationships with physicians, hospitals and other health care providers; the impact of modifications to our operations and processes; our ability to identify potential strategic acquisitions or transactions and realize the expected benefits of such transactions, including with respect to the Merger; the substantial level of government regulation over our business and the potential effects of new laws or regulations or changes in existing laws or regulations; the outcome of litigation, regulatory audits, investigations, actions and / or guaranty fund assessments; uncertainties surrounding participation in government - sponsored programs such as Medicare; the effectiveness and security of our information technology and other business systems; unfavorable industry, economic or political conditions, including foreign currency movements; acts of war, terrorism, natural disasters or pandemics; our ability to obtain shareholder or regulatory approvals required for the Merger or the requirement to accept conditions that could reduce the anticipated benefits of the Merger as a condition to obtaining regulatory approvals; a longer time than anticipated to consummate the proposed Merger; problems regarding the successful integration of the businesses of Express Scripts and Cigna; unexpected costs regarding the proposed Merger; diversion of management's attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities during the pendency of the Merger; potential litigation associated with the proposed Merger; the ability to retain key personnel; the availability of financing, including relating to the proposed Merger; effects on the businesses as a result of uncertainty surrounding the proposed Merger; as well as more specific risks and uncertainties discussed in our most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.cigna.com as well as on Express Scripts» most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.express-scripts.com.
Sales and marketing costs for the quarter rose to $ 7.6 million from $ 2.8 million last year, with the company saying that the added costs «include staffing and resourcing the marketing and sales functions needed in the coming regulated recreational and international markets, costs associated with the Company's medical outreach program, and the growing customer care center which interfaces directly with the Company's expanding base of customers.»
He has advised clients on a range of issues, including portfolio reorientation to focus on higher - growth areas, growth strategy development and implementation, cost diagnostics, accountable care strategy development, adjacency prioritization work and medical management model development.
Generally speaking, you can deduct any out - of - pocket cost you incur for preventative care or medical treatment, including dental and vision care.
Other notable risks include medical costs and long - term care costs.
The subsidy may include a monthly care payment, medical assistance coverage, and a one - time cash grant to offset initial adoption costs.
• Breastmilk protects babies from illness and can also reduce the risk of Type 1 diabetes, childhood leukemia and other serious illnesses, as well as lowering the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); • Breastfeeding is healthy for moms, including lowering their risk of Type 2 diabetes, breast cancer, ovarian cancer and postpartum depression; • Breastfeeding saves families money on the cost of formula and illness; and • Breastfeeding saves insurers and employers (including the military) money on the expenses of medical care and lost workplace productivity (both due to infant illness).
This includes obligations to keep co-parents informed about a child's basic wellbeing, and to assist with providing housing, schooling, medical care and other costs.
Typical Cost: $ 20,000 to $ 35,000, including the homestudy, counseling for birthparents and prospective adoptive parents, medical expenses, and foster care, if needed.
The analysis includes direct and indirect costs of medical care for pediatric illness and costs of missed work time for mothers.
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz is an unexpected fight with county officials — including lawmakers and the comptroller — over the cost of maintaining care at the Erie County Medical Center for the poor and uninsured.
Those costs include, among other things, medical care for people with opioid - related addiction or disease, treatment of infants born with opioid - related medical conditions and law enforcement and public safety efforts.
We are open to fellows with a broad range of interests that include, but are not limited to: medical research issues, food and drug safety, health care quality and costs, coverage of the uninsured, health information technology, and public health.
Parents» major concerns often included misunderstandings about medical care, potential suffering and cost related to child organ donation, according to this month's C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health at the University of Michigan.
Parents» major concerns often included misunderstandings about medical care, potential suffering and cost related to child organ donation.
The total annual cost of asthma in the U.S., including medical care, absenteeism and mortality, was $ 81.9 billion.
The condition results in significant medical costs to the health care system but also inflicts substantial costs on families, including special diets and allergen - free foods, according to the study.
Parents» major concerns about child organ donation often included misunderstandings about medical care, potential suffering and cost.
First, I use estimates that economists have developed of the social cost of crimes, which include tangible costs, such as lost productivity and medical care, as well as intangible costs, such as impact on quality of life; these estimates are extremely high for fatal crimes.
For victims who were seriously injured in crashes — including amputations, brain damage, and serious burns — Feinberg and his law team will determine the amount of compensation based on the cost of medical care, therapy, and other long - term care programs required.
The CPI measures the change in a cost of a fixed basket of goods along with services which includes items such as; education, recreation, medical care, food and beverages and housing.
Re-make a budget that balances to cover your costs while you're off, including a whole bunch of new categories that incorporate baby's food, clothes, personal care (diapers, shampoo, cream), medical, toys, activities and savings.
That includes tax forms for you and your parents, records of any untaxed income (such as child support), bank account and investment statements, and any records relating to unusual circumstances that could affect your aid package (such as excessive medical bills or dependent care costs).
Medical care expenses include doctor / dentist fees, prescription drugs, hospital and laboratory services, nursing or care facilities, and the cost of travel to appointments.
You can use money contributed to the HSA account on qualified medical costs including premiums, medical services, equipment, transportation and long - term care.
Consideration of total financial circumstances includes a review of the borrower's disposable income (including welfare benefits, Social Security benefits, child support, veterans benefits, SSI and workmen's compensation) and «reasonable and necessary expenses», such as food, housing, utilities, medical care, work - related expenses and dependent care costs.
BlackRock's Retirement Expense Worksheet allows you to enter more than 50 separate items in eight categories, including household expenses, medical costs, family care expenditures and outlays for travel and entertainment.
Medical expenses can include Medicare premiums, long - term care premiums, co-pays at the doctor's office and the cost of prescription drugs.
These resources include, but are not limited to, trap rental, training / education, low / cost or free Spay / Neuters, vaccinations, medical care and follow up care.
All funds go toward the efforts of TNR including paying for spay / neuters, vaccines, medical care for injured / sick free roaming cats, and the costs of fostering the kittens and tame cats who are removed from the sites.
These fees cover the cost of medical expenses (including spay / neuter), food, and kenneling for all of the HART animals while they are in our care.
«Daily care, food, vaccinations, and other essential needs and enrichment for pets in our shelter costs $ 25,000 a month; more when including spay and neuter procedures, wellness exams, and emergency medical care or other life - saving treatments,» says Sarah Kammerer, Executive Director.
This includes proper food, vaccinations, parasite control (heartworms, fleas, ticks, intestinal parasites, etc.), licensing, adequate shelter, and veterinary care for yearly check - ups, or an after - hours medical emergency or illness, which could cost $ 500 or more.
The Adoption Fee helps Operation Kindness cover the costs of all the procedures for the animals in their care, including: tests, vaccinations, collars / tags, microchipping, spay / neuter surgery, medical procedures, surgeries, rehabilitation and recovery.
Client agrees to reimburse Healthy Paws for any additional fees and all costs relating to vet care during their absence, which may include x-rays, blood work, surgery and / or other expensive procedures, as well as an emergency medical transport fee of $ 35.00.
- to provide refuge for homeless animals and animals in need and coordinate their placement in permanent and safe home environments; - to provide education through publications, seminars, and discussions to the general public on animal health and welfare, behavior and care including the benefits of spaying and neutering; - to provide information and referrals to affordable and low cost medical care including spay & neuter clinics and other animal medical and care facilities; - to provide information on training, behavior modification and general handling instruction along with referrals to vetted and certified professionals in these areas; - to liaise and network with other animal rescue organizations as part of a mutual effort to aid animals in distress; - to solicit donations and funding from government agencies, corporations, private foundations, public charities, individuals and the general public at large to finance the medical, housing and other incidental costs of homeless animals while in the custody of the organization; - to organize and participate in fundraisers to benefit furtherance of the overall main purpose and goals of the organization; - to have the normal functions, operations, programs and pursuits incidental to a fully recognized and operational nonprofit animal rescue organization.
The Premier Pet Plans include our gold standard of medical care and products but it allows you to spread those costs over twelve months.
And KHS is providing safety net programming for pet owners, including a Pet Help Line that offers advice on common behavior issues and referrals for local pet food banks and low - cost veterinary care and some funding for owned animal medical care.
Since returning to Phoenix in November of 2013, I have devoted most of my efforts to low cost veterinary care including surgery, dentistry and managing medical issues and have found this work very rewarding.
To serve the pets and pet owners of the homeless community and other vulnerable and low - income populations by providing pet food, supplies, and medical care; to promote positive and responsible pet ownership (including spay and neuter); to identify and provide pet owners useful and low - cost information on pet resources.
Caring for a greyhound costs on average $ 800 - $ 1000 per year including their food, treats, toys, and routine medical maintenance like dental cleanings and vaccinations.
The Powell Foundation's has supported Tree House for a number of years, and we greatly appreciate their ongoing support that helps fund our various programs and initiatives at Tree House including our low - cost spay / neuter clinic as well as our ongoing work to rescue and rehabilitate homeless animals and provide much - needed medical care and comfort as well as work to help find these animals loving homes.
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