SPOTLIGHT -
Worst State Tax Investments
State and local taxes vary widely across the country, and some states are doing a poor job of investing taxpayers' money into government services that benefit residents. How well does your state spend your tax dollars?
Student Debts Weigh Heavily on Financial, Physical Well-being
Medical school graduates carry substantial amounts of student loan debt, which can negatively affect their well-being, according to an analysis of Americans who graduated college between 1990 and 2014.
Hospitals Are Increasingly Outsourcing ICD-10 Preparation
The number of hospitals contracting for external clinical documentation improvement services before the new Oct.1, 2015, ICD-10 deadline could triple.
Consistent 401(k) Participation Pays Off
Investors should never underestimate the power of compounding or of regular saving. People who consistently participated in their 401(k) plans had an average account balance that was 67% higher than other participants.
States with the Best Healthcare ROI
These 10 states prove it is not necessary to spend a fortune on healthcare to receive quality outcomes.
Looming Investment Concerns
Investment advisors are increasingly focused on managing risk and bracing for a market correction, according to the results of a new survey.
New ICD-10 Date Officially Set
The date for ICD-10 has been officially set (again). The US Department of Health and Human Services finalized Oct. 1, 2015, as the new compliance deadline.
ACOs Will Cover 130 Million Patients by 2017
Over the next 2 years, the number of patients receiving care from an accountable care organization is expected to increase by more than 200%, according to a new report.
Graduate Medical Education Report Sparks Controversy
The call to overhaul the $15 billion graduate medical education system and government payment for physician training sparked controversy among some medical organizations.
States with the Worst Health Return on Investment
What are Americans' healthcare dollars really buying? A new study examined the quality of each state's healthcare relative to the cost.
The High Cost of Highly Effective New Drugs
The Affordable Care Act's trials and tribulations may be attracting the most attention, but increasing drug costs are starting to concern experts.
Ruling Threatens Patient-Physician Relationship
The medical community is up in arms about a recent Florida ruling that could negatively affect the patient-physician relationship.
5 Financial Personality Types
Everyone handles their finances, and the stresses that go with them, differently. Understanding your financial personality can help you overcome disadvantages.
3 Ways to View Risk Differently
While everyone's risk tolerance level is unique, it turns out individual investors typically view asset riskiness very differently than financial professionals.
Cars with the Best Resale Values
A new car's resale value automatically drops as soon as it is driven off the lot, but some retain their value a lot better than others.
Healthcare Cost Transparency Differs Vastly by State
Although a majority of Americans are consistently surprised by their medical bills, the experiences differ greatly by state.
Study: 10.3 Million Gained Insurance under Obamacare
Following the first open enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act's marketplaces, 10.3 million uninsured adults gained covered, according to a new analysis of data.
Appeals Court Lands Blow to Obamacare Subsidies
A new ruling from the DC Circuit Court of Appeals has invalidated the healthcare subsidies for people in states with federally run marketplaces.
Top Investment Scams
While anyone can become a victim of investment fraud, they tend to be more financially literate, have a college education, and earn a high income.
What Do Patients Consider Quality for Healthcare Providers?
There is a disconnect between patients and experts when defining what it means to be a quality healthcare provider, according to a new poll.
Initial Impact of the Affordable Care Act
Despite worries that the implementation of the Affordable Care Act would increase patient visits, a new report revealed that has not been the case thus far.
Top Luxury Hotel Brands
A bad hotel experience can put a damper on an otherwise good vacation. Luckily for travelers, hotel guest satisfaction has reached its highest level since 2006.
Retirement Balances Near $100K Mark
As this bull market continues, Americans are reaping the rewards in their 401(k) accounts. Stocks account for more than three-quarters of the retirement balance increase.
Investment in Alternative Assets on the Rise
Allocation to alternative investments is expected to increase in the long term, but investors should exercise caution when choosing the best and most efficient vehicles.
Those Who Are Wealthy Are Healthy
A common cognitive bias has led to a high correlation between existing retirement contribution patterns and future health improvements, according to a new study.
Struggle for Healthcare Coverage Remains
Although cost might not be as much of an issue for Americans looking to obtain health insurance, obstacles still remain for those seeking coverage.
5 Ways to Kick-start Your Retirement Savings
For most people, retirement seems a long way off, but that's no excuse to slack off. If you might be behind, follow these tips to kick-start your savings.
A Profile on Physician Practice Trends
Nearly half of physician respondents to a survey from Jackson Healthcare reported their compensation decreased from 2013 to 2014.
Rebill or Appeal Denied Claims?
Practices and hospitals can spend years waiting through an appeals process for a denied claim when it might be better to simply rebill it, according to Ralph Wuebker, MD, chief medical officer of Executive Health Resources.
Worst State Uninsured Rates Post-Obamacare
A new analysis of projected uninsured rates post-Affordable Care Act revealed that the states with the largest proportion of uninsured residents are mostly those that did not expand Medicaid coverage.