Behind the Numbers 2018
PwC projects 2018 medical costs will grow at a slightly faster rate than 2017. Future reductions in cost trend will require more focus on price.
Health care payer organizations are taking compliance with regulatory mandates and financial reporting requirements very seriously. In fact, five of the largest US organizations have stipulated that their business associates be certified by the Health Information Trust Alliance (HITRUST) by June 2017. Failing to comply with SEC and other regulations mandating transparent financial controls can damage an organization’s reputation and significantly impact financial performance.
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