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Top Story DOJ Sues MA Insurers, Brokers Over Alleged Kickbacks The Department of Justice has filed a complaint against Aetna, Elevance Health, Humana, eHealth, GoHealth, and SelectQuote, alleging that the insurers paid illegal kickbacks to brokers to boost enrollment in their Medicare Advantage plans. Sponsored Improving the Collection of Maternal Health Data Presented by MedCity News In this episode, we're joined by Maggie McCullough, CEO of PolicyMap. She discusses what's wrong with the way maternal health data is collected at the federal level and ways it can be improved. Listen now! Only 3 Weeks Away! MedCity News' flagship event for the entire healthcare innovation ecosystem! Join us May 20-21 in Chicago for two days packed with fresh ideas, strategic insights, and unmatched networking. Register Now

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