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NCOIL Considers Dental MLR Model to Force Defined Patient Care Spending

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NCOIL Considers Dental MLR Model to Force Defined Patient Care Spending

Legislation that requires dental providers to spend minimum funds on patient care is either a huge win for consumers and their smiles, or a crushing mandate that is driving providers out of business. Either way, the legislative idea is gaining enough momentum that state insurance regulators are working on a model medical loss ratio law … Read more

Inflation and Ozempic cause Americans to reduce their food spending

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Inflation and Ozempic cause Americans to reduce their food spending

As weight-loss drugs like Ozempic face a possible link to stomach flu, retailers are hoping the news will prompt consumers to increase spending on food. Walmart’s chief executive warned about changing food purchasing habits for those taking Ozempic earlier this month. As inflation remains high and Americans continue to falter in their spending, appetite suppressants … Read more