I realize some sociocultural shifts are relative based on trends & technology & affluence; and some are cyclical, i.e. Woodstock … More
Category: News From Washington
Why Value-based Payment Methods Won’t Fix Healthcare
I’ve read several posts today on so called “Value-based payment” strategies and I couldn’t resist adding my 2-cents. VBP can’t … More
Justices grapple with multibillion-dollar ObamaCare case | TheHill
Several of the arguments in this case have credence on their face for different reasons. There is the idea of … More
Watch “How the Government Made You Fat” on YouTube
Or AKA… Stay in Your Lane: Why the government should not parent the citizenry.
Institute for Justice: “North Carolina Surgeon Wins First Round in Fight to Eliminate State-enforced Medical Monopoly”
“The court correctly rejected the government’s argument that Dr. Singh needed to apply for a CON before bringing … More
On the Importance of Price Transparency
On the importance of transparency… may I present exhibit A: https://www.medpagetoday.com/publichealthpolicy/ethics/83459 Pay particular attention to the content of the last … More
Hospitals pledge to fight Trump admin price transparency plan in court | Healthcare Dive
The old aphorism is true, leopards don’t change their spots! For these three entities that oppose the new HHS price … More
A Case for Less Central Planning & More Individual Economic Freedom
Data analyzed from the Fraser Institute’s Economic Freedom Index makes a solid case for the benefits of more individual economic … More
