Health Headlines for Monday, December 19
Report finds big variation in NY hospital prices, lack of transparency
New York Upstate
Some New York state hospitals are 1 1/2 to nearly three times more expensive than neighboring hospitals, according to a study released today.
Progress and hurdles for NY’s medical marijuana program
Democrat and Chronicle
On Wednesday, Steven Ognibene had to take the day off from work.
Price Transparency Is Nice. Just Don’t Expect It to Cut Health Costs.
New York Times
You probably know where to pump the cheapest gas and how to get price comparisons online in seconds for headphones and cars.
State agencies encourage New Yorkers to register for organ donation
Observer
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles and the New York State Department of Health are encouraging eligible New York residents to consider giving the gift of life by enrolling in the New York State Donate Life Registry this holiday season.
Beware: Winter Is Coming
New York Times
Most of the Northern Hemisphere is now in the throes of the deadliest time of the year.
Losses mount at medical malpractice insurer, creating potential awkwardness for Cuomo
Politico
The state’s second-largest medical malpractice insurer, Physicians’ Reciprocal Insurers, continues to struggle financially, reporting significant losses through the end of the third quarter and setting up a potential showdown with the Cuomo administration in 2017.
Mylan releases a half-price generic version of EpiPen
Washington Post
Months after promised, Mylan has launched a half-price authorized generic of EpiPen, the lifesaving allergy injection that drew ire for its dramatic price increases.