AI and automation in healthcare: How intelligent technology is transforming operations
At A Glance From AI-powered claims management tools to revenue cycle automation, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation in healthcare are...
Mollyann Brodie Receives AAPOR Award for Exceptionally Distinguished Achievement
The American Association of Public Opinion Research (AAPOR) last night recognized KFF’s Mollyann Brodie, Ph.D., with the AAPOR Award for Distinguished...
Lawmakers reintroduce bill barring PBMs from owning pharmacies
A bipartisan group of lawmakers in both chambers of Congress has reintroduced a bill aimed at barring companies from owning...
Experian Health’s Patient Access Curator earns strong early feedback in 2026 KLAS First Look report
At A Glance KLAS First Look findings show strong early performance for Experian Health’s Patient Access Curator, with all interviewed...
Medicaid Mental Health and Substance Use: Expansion Trends and the Fiscal Pressure Ahead
Medicaid is a major source of financing for mental health and substance use disorder care. It covers nearly one-third of...
UC Health workers prepare for launch system-wide strike
Less than two days away from deadline, tens of thousands of University of California workers show little interest in calling...
When Minutes Matter, What Is AI’s Role?
Transcript AI Usage Disclosure: This transcript was created with assistance from AI tools. It was reviewed and edited by KFF Staff. Chip Kahn: In...
Kaiser’s slimmed Q1 operating margin offset by investment gains
Kaiser Permanente’s first-quarter operating performance took a step back in 2026 compared to the year prior, though investments and other...
Regulation of AI in Prior Authorization and Claims Review: A Look at Federal and State Consumer Protections
Federal Regulation and Oversight of AI Few federal standards apply specifically to the use of AI in the prior authorization...
Do Longer Lives Come With a Cognitive Cost
GLP-1 medicines are widely used to manage diabetes and support weight loss. Now, researchers are also exploring how these drugs...
