health care costs
The Polis administration wants a greater say over hospital prices for more than 1 million Coloradans
A forthcoming rule is the result of a bill passed earlier this year, but hospitals and insurance companies remain wary
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Colorado officials have finalized their proposal for a public health insurance option. Here’s what we still don’t know about it.
By John Ingold Health Primary category in which blog post is published
Opinion: Veterans’ sacrifice has earned our lasting gratitude — and the promise of quality, affordable health care kept
By Steve House Opinion
Colorado’s reinsurance program has been lauded as a way to reduce health care costs. Here’s the fine print.
By John Ingold Health Primary category in which blog post is published
Why both hospitals and insurance companies are so worried about a Colorado “state option” plan
By John Ingold Health Primary category in which blog post is published
Colorado’s uninsured rate is holding steady, but a new study shows troubling trends in the state’s health care market
More people are covered under employer plans, but affordability is a growing problem
Which was worse: A Colorado man’s bachelor party hangover or the hangover from his ER bill?
Cameron Fischer’s case is a sobering illustration of America’s health care system
Colorado’s reinsurance program could fall $50 million short next year, according to health insurer estimates
State wouldn’t be on the hook for cost overruns, but they could cause insurers to raise rates again for 2021
Denver-area hospitals made a record $2 billion in profits in 2018, according to a new report
Many Colorado hospitals outside of the metro area also saw strong profitability
How much does an ER visit cost in Colorado? It depends on where you go.
A new analysis sheds light on the importance of facilities fees and severity levels in hospital pricing
With objections from Canada and drug companies, Colorado’s plan to import prescription medicines could be in trouble
The U.S. government recently gave its support to importing cheaper drugs, but Canadian officials are pushing back and could potentially block exports
Opinion: Congress should save Coloradans from sky-high air ambulance charges
Colorado patients' average bill is about $44,000 for an air ambulance transport
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