Archive for January, 2008
Court gives temporary OK to San Francisco “pay or play” law
The ruling differs from decisions in other states striking down employer health spending mandates for violating federal standards on health plan administration.
Georgia exempts general surgery centers from CON rules
But the battle between doctors and general hospitals over these facilities heads to court.
Court allows suit against doctor over drug effects
Physicians say the ruling will do more harm than good in their patient relationships. Dissenting judges agreed.
HHS shuts down Michigan patient safety study
Physicians blast the move, saying it sets a precedent that could stifle a wide range of quality and safety initiatives.
ED wait times increasing, even for AMIs, other emergent cases
A new study finds little difference between delays for the insured and uninsured.