Hospital rate-setting nears end; N.Y. bill also urges cuts in residency slots, keeps charity subsidies

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The Health Care Reform Act, which is expected to be signed by New York Gov. George Pataki, will eliminate the practice of rate-setting for hospital charges involving private payers. Starting in Jan 1997, hospitals and insurers will negotiate hospital charges. The proposed legislation retains charity subsidies and encourages teaching hospitals to reduce the number of residency slots.

Hospitals, Medical Care Insurance, Administration of Public Health Programs, Health Programs-State, Prices and rates, Health care industry, New York, Health policy, Hospital rates

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It's unanimous: Senate curbs 'drive-through deliveries.' (proposed law to extend insurance coverage for longer hospital stays for infants and new mothers)

Article Abstract:

The Senate has passed a bill which would require insurance companies to allow mothers and infants to remain in the hospital for 48 hours following a normal birth and 96 hours following a cesarian section. The bill is endorsed by several medical groups, including the American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Hospitalization Insurance, Safety and security measures, Insurance industry, Infants, United States. Congress. Senate, Maternity stays

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