Sentences with phrase «overall cost of health care»

Supporters of the law believed that medical malpractice tort reform would bring more doctors to the state and lower the overall cost of health care.

«The cost of treating thyroid cancer in 2013 was estimated to exceed $ 1.6 billion in the U.S. Not only does the reclassification eliminate the psychological impact of the diagnosis of «cancer,» it reduces the likelihood of complications of total thyroid removal, and the overall cost of health care.»

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Those looking for a deep dive into what Laszewski thinks will actually work can check out the complete post, but for non-wonks, his bottom line seems to be this: To fix health care we need to control costs overall, and to do that, the industry as a whole must be forced to stay within a set budget rather than gobbling up more and more of the nation's money.

«I'd also have everybody kind of get focused on a similar mission and drive a culture to improve health care costs by lowering them, drive greater levels of effectiveness overall and making sure that we are driving a great deal of consumer satisfaction.»

Speaking of health care, many retirees on the move seek to relocate due to health - care reasons, more from a quality standpoint than an overall cost perspective.

As people transition into retirement, the cost of health care becomes a bigger overall expenditure, and it is important to have medical centers that are easily accessible and reputable.

«Most of the changes have been about redistributing who pays how much and what benefits get paid for, rather than driving down overall health care costs.»

Its tailored, world - class services that reduce overall pharmacy costs, reduce avoidable drug impacted medical costs, and optimize specialty drug spend while improving patient quality of life are for all plan sponsors — health plans, accountable care organizations (ACOs), exchanges, state Medicaid programs, and employer groups.

But he then explained that the rising costs of health care, pensions and contractually - obligated raises, all play a part in increased overall spending.

Last year, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office concluded that enacting medical malpractice reform would, on average, reduce malpractice insurance costs by 10 percent nationwide, and probably more in New York, resulting in a more than $ 300 million of overall reduction in health care spending in our state budget.

Cuomo's office released a by - the - numbers breakdown of the impact of the American Health Care Act would have on New York, such as a $ 4.7 billion shift in Medicaid costs to the state from county governments, a $ 355 million reduction in payments to hospitals and a $ 2.3 billion hit to Medicaid funding overall.

The state's own study showed that we would reduce overall health care costs by nearly $ 30 billion annually by 2019 if we had a single payer health care program rather than the insurance mandates of Obamacare,» noted Hawkins.

Studies show that a single payer system that covers everyone would lower overall health care costs by $ 45 billion in the first year alone,» said Gloria Mattera, state party co-chair and a board member of the NYC Physicians for a National Health Prhealth care costs by $ 45 billion in the first year alone,» said Gloria Mattera, state party co-chair and a board member of the NYC Physicians for a National Health PrHealth Program.

While the overall rate of these infections in children is still low, ESBL - producing bacteria can spread rapidly and have been linked to longer hospital stays, higher health care costs, and increased mortality, the study authors noted.

«We can debate whether the increasing costs of health care in the United States are reasonable, but our study suggests it is associated with longer life overall,» he said.

While Americans debate the rising cost of health care, a new study of 30 countries over 27 years found that medical expansion has improved overall health — with one major exception.

He has said that «there is too much money on the table» in medical malpractice cases, which, he contends, drives up the cost of malpractice insurance premiums and health care overall.

She and her colleagues, including senior author Brahmajee Nallamothu, M.D., M.P.H., note that the growth in out - of - pocket costs was 6.5 percent a year, compared to a 5.1 percent growth in health insurance premiums, and a 2.9 percent growth in overall health care spending.

The costs of drug therapy were analysed as overall costs, and the costs of hospital days were calculated according to the Finnish health care system's unit costs, which also include the patient's payment contribution.

Overall, the capacity of the American public health and health care delivery systems faces many challenges.281 The cost of dealing with current health problems is diverting resources from preventing them in the first place.

Despite the impact and influence of large malpractice payouts on health care costs, little is known about their specific characteristics and overall cost burden.

A separate, unpublished and preliminary economic analysis carried out by the team estimates that implementing large - scale cryogenic systems into coal - fired plants would see an overall reduction in costs to society of 38 percent through a sharp cut in associated health - care and climate - change costs.

A 7 year study conducted by an independent physician association found that patients» regular utilization of chiropractic care reduced the need for: hospitilization by 60 %, hospital days by 59 %, pharmaceutical usage by 85 %, outpatient surgeries & procedures by 62 %, and overall global health care costs by 50 %.

We are in the process of talking to our union representatives about health care cost containment measures that will reduce the district's overall cost and provide additional wellness benefits to employees.

Spaying or neutering is a simple, low - cost procedure that can improve the health and longevity of your pet, and decrease the overall cost of care.

The patient's overall health, the cost of specific treatments, and the owner's willingness to provide home oral hygiene must be taken into account prior to performing periodontal therapy — without likelihood of diligent home care subsequently, periodontal therapy is not indicated, and severely involved teeth should be extracted.

- 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.

While costs vary by species, breed, size, age, overall health, region of the country and other factors, average annual pet care costs range from $ 1,1314 - $ 1,843 for dogs and $ 1,035 for cats.

Taking your cat for regular health checks can only be good for your cat, and in the long run it can reduce the overall cost of cat care.

Overall, the capacity of the American public health and health care delivery systems faces many challenges.281 The cost of dealing with current health problems is diverting resources from preventing them in the first place.

The goal of the new law was to reduce overall heath care costs, and drafters of the law estimated that it would reduce health care costs by $ 200 billion over 15 years throughout the Commonwealth.

A method of health care that reduces costs and can improve overall quality of life.

The yearly out - of - pocket maximum is the highest or total overall amount a health insurance company requires a patient to pay themselves towards the total cost of their health care.

Your health insurance company can structure the cost - sharing reduction however it wants as long as the health plan pays the correct percentage of overall average health care expenses.

Integration of the FCMH and HV could promote overall efficiency and effectiveness and help achieve gains in population health through improving the quality of health care delivered, decreasing duplication, reinforcing similar health priorities, decreasing costs, and decreasing health disparities.

This type of support for counselors stems from employers» beliefs in prevention programs, which studies have shown reduce overall health care costs.

Another study of an intervention to help cope with stress in the computer industry did not find any significant difference in stress levels, but it was associated with a significant reduction in overall reported illness and a one - third decrease in the use of health - care services which would more than cover the costs of the intervention (Rahe et al., 2002).

At the same time, seniors are looking for relief from high out - of - pocket health care costs, leading to significant growth in managed care organizations (MCOs), which often cover benefits not available under traditional Medicare and reduce overall out - of - pocket costs for enrollees.