Phia Group Announces Implant Cost Pro Service

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“Implant Cost Pro” Case Study:  A self-funded benefit plan, which had historically secured a 10% discount with an ambulatory surgical center for services involving implants, advanced a $91,000 implant claim to The Phia Group.  Utilizing the Implant Cost Pro service, leveraging cost data and innovative arguments, The Phia Group ultimately secured a negotiated payment of only $22,000; a net 76% or $69,000 in savings.

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For Physicians; The Cheese Has Moved

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At last month’s American Medical Association (AMA) House of Delegates  Interim meeting in Dallas, attendees approved a resolution to study the  impact of physician unionization based on the growing concern about  physician employment arrangements by hospitals and health insurers.

While it’s not likely physician unions will sweep the country, it’s certain physicians aren’t happy. Their reasons are understandable:

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