Why Market Power Matters for Patients, Insurers, and Hospitals

AAMC.orgAtul Grover, MD, PHD, Kendal Orgera, MPH, MPP, Laura Pincus, MHA, Siena Senn, MPH, Gabrielle RedfordMay 1, 2024

In recent years, there has been concern among policymakers about increasing consolidation in the U.S. health care system. One particular concern is that consolidation of health systems and hospitals (including physician practice acquisition) has reduced competition, leading to higher prices and potentially reduced benefits for patients.

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