Spending on GLP-1s is expected to continue growing in 2024 and beyond
$1.46 million in HPC funding supported coordinated, bias-free care for 200+ caregivers with substance use disorders and their infants
HPC Policy Committees provided an overview on severe maternal morbidity and opportunities for remote blood pressure monitoring investment, as well as revitalizing health planning activities in the state
“With the news of Steward Health Care’s bankruptcy filing, the HPC is working to understand the implications of the Chapter 11 process on the current proposed sale of the physicians to OptumCare..."
State leaders discuss challenges facing Southeastern Massachusetts and next steps needed to ensure health care market stability and continued access to care
HPC Urges Action on Affordability and Equity to Complement Benchmark and Ensure Accessible Health Care for all Massachusetts Residents
The HPC received Notices of Material Change (MCN) today regarding the proposed sale of Stewardship Health, Inc., the parent of Stewardship Health Medical Group, Inc....
Strengthened oversight needed to address increasing presence of private equity and for-profit investment in health care in Massachusetts
Rising pharmaceutical costs continue to be a major driver with 7.3% growth, more than double state benchmark. Unchecked cost growth shifts burden to employers and families in the form of higher premiums, deductibles, and cost-sharing.
HPC Advisory Council members discuss HPC’s new proposed health care affordability index and policy action targeting access challenges throughout the health care system