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Independence Blue Cross, cardiology practice sign 5-year agreement
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Health Stories

When is insurance not really insurance? When you need pricey dental care
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IBX, Rothman enter five-year partnership to help patients save on health procedures
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Diseases

Hospitals lure diabetes patients with self-care courses, but costs can weigh heavily
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Partnerships

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5 regional hospitals lose in-network status with Independence Blue Cross in sale
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Parents of sick children fear trap if states have say on ‘preexisting conditions’

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Penn Medicine holding free event for mammograms, cervical cancer screenings

Protests

Two events this week to highlight impact of ACA repeal on Philadelphians
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Pennsylvania health insurance companies request substantial 2017 rate increases
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Cancer

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