The healthcare sector in the United States is facing a mounting crisis due to severe labor shortages. This predicament is leaving millions, especially in rural areas, without adequate access to medical care. Modernizing immigration policies presents a promising solution to bridge the gap in the
James Maitland is an expert in robotics and IoT applications in healthcare and is here to share insights on recent legislative changes affecting telehealth services. What does the recent stopgap legislation entail for Medicare telehealth services? The recent stopgap legislation extends Medicare
Amid a promising outlook, the healthcare sector is poised to experience significant M&A (mergers and acquisitions) activity in 2025. Private equity (PE) investment in healthcare is projected to rebound sharply, driven by factors such as expected stabilization in interest rates, increased demand
In a move pivotal to sustaining federal operations and preventing a government shutdown, the United States Senate recently approved a continuing resolution (C.R.) to fund the federal government through September 30, 2025. This legislation, passed with a narrow 54-46 vote, also encompasses crucial
After the Bipartisan Healthcare Act faced setbacks at the end of 2024, Senate Democrats, led by Ron Wyden of Oregon, are making a renewed push to pass this comprehensive and ambitious legislation. This revival effort could potentially bring significant reforms to various facets of the healthcare
The recent developments surrounding President Donald Trump's administration and the No Surprises Act have sparked widespread concern. Signed into law in 2020, the No Surprises Act was intended to shield Americans from unexpected medical bills, holding insurance companies and hospitals
