Health plans feel economic pain, brace for more

Executives warn investors that health insurers can't boost profits in today's economy. Analysts wonder if some plans might have to be bought out to survive.

Medicare finalizes 1.1% pay raise, bonus criteria

But physician organizations worry that new doctor enrollment restrictions starting in January 2009 will cause more payment problems.

CMS criticized for lax enforcement of HIPAA security rules

Agency officials disputed the OIG findings but agreed to enhance compliance-assurance activities.

AMA Immediate Past President Ron Davis, MD, succumbs to pancreatic cancer

The leader leaves a legacy of promoting public health and preventive medicine.

Washington becomes 2nd state to allow physician-assisted suicide

Nearly 60% of voters approved the measure. Aid-in-dying advocates ponder which state to target next.