Health care fraud continues to rise; know how to identify it
In 2023, more than 2,000 cases of health care fraud were recorded. In the aggregate over the last five years, the number rises to more than four thousand. The data comes from FenaSaúde (National Federation of Supplementary Health) and worries the sector, which has intensified the measures taken to combat this criminal conduct.
Changing the hospital network in health insurance coverage: find out what has changed
In August 2023, the Supplementary Health Agency (ANS) approved new rules for changes in the hospital network of health insurance operators. Initially, these rules were due to come into force on March 1 this year, but the deadline was extended to September 1, 2024. The ANS explained that this extension was necessary to give operators and the agency itself time to adjust their systems to the changes brought about by the new rules.
Corporate benefits: why offer the best benefits to your employees?
Corporate benefits represent a significant differentiator for companies in today's highly competitive environment. By offering incentives beyond salary, they not only attract qualified talent, but also retain engaged and satisfied professionals. This, in turn, can contribute to employee productivity and a positive company image, crucial factors for success.
Does health insurance have to cover organ transplants?
Organ transplants play a fundamental role in medicine, giving many people a second chance at life. For example, heart transplants can save patients with terminal heart failure, while skin transplants are crucial for victims of severe burns.
Studies show that mental health can play an important role in the manifestation of physical illnesses.
The relationship between mind and body is more complex than most people realize. Both are significantly interconnected and can exert both beneficial and harmful influences, depending on various factors.
Health insurance fraud: increase in cases raises alarm bells
Cases of health insurance fraud have frequently appeared in the news. Big companies have noticed and taken action over the misuse of the reimbursement benefit, which can lead to considerable financial losses. This is what happened, for example, with Itaú and the CCR Group.
Life insurance: What is it and how does it work?
Como funciona o seguro de vida?
O seguro de vida oferece aos beneficiários, como a família do segurado, o pagamento de uma indenização no caso da sua morte, por exemplo, o que proporciona proteção financeira para garantir o sustento da família e reduz o impacto financeiro da ausência do principal provedor.
Company dental insurance for employees
Unlike what many may think, the investment to contract dental insurance is increasingly affordable. Furthermore, the pre-contract analysis is quick, even though in some scenarios it is necessary to answer a questionnaire about pre-existing conditions.
Health insurance for companies: how does it work and what are the benefits for employees?
Last April 7th was World Health Day, a date created by the World Health Organization (WHO) to encourage reflection on healthy habits and quality of life. In this context, the National Supplementary Health Agency (ANS) invited health plan operators to a joint action on the importance of these themes.
Will life insurance be promising in 2023?
The economic and geopolitical context is giving rise to new risks, which are increasingly serious and of different natures: climatic, with natural disasters; cyber, such as the data leaks; geopolitical, with the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine; and economic, in the context of rising inflation and interest rates.
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