PBGH in the News

Elizabeth Mitchell, Shaking Up the Status Quo in Health Care

Read Elizabeth Mitchell's conversation with Arnold Ventures in which she talks about PBGH's work to improve access and affordability,

PBGH's Shawn Gremminger spoke to Rachel Cohrs about COVID-19 testing reimbursement and

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (S. 3548; H.R. 748), passed by Congress and signed into law today, is a very important step in the right direction at addressing the immediate needs of businesses and individuals. In this policy statement, PBGH calls on Congress and the Administration as it develops the next anticipated COVID-19 package to include the following provisions.

PBGH Policy Statement on COVID-19 Legislation

PBGH is closely monitoring the federal legislative response to COVID-19 on behalf of our members. This policy statement outlines PBGH’s priorities and positions, which are focused on steps that will improve the quality and affordability of the U.S. health care system – the core elements of PBGH’s mission.

High-deductible plans may waive cost-sharing for coronavirus tests

PBGH's Lauren Vela was interviewed for this article in Modern Healthcare. Read it here.

POSTPONED: Biosimilars - The Next Frontier, April 22

This event has been postponed to a later date.

Biologics have grown to be a vital component of modern medicine, bringing life-saving treatments to patients suffering from deadly diseases and providing remedies and solutions for those managing chronic conditions. By attending this event, participants can expect to leave the day with an understanding of the potential for biosimilars and the importance of promoting their use in order to sustain this necessary competitive force.

NEW DATE - TBD
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM PDT
Oakland Marriott City Center

1 in 5 Medical Procedures May Lead to Surprise Hospital Bills — Even If You’re Insured

PBGH's Bill Kramer is featured in this Healthline article on surprise billing.

PBGH Sends Letters to Congressional Members on Surprise Medical Billing Proposals

Read the letters distributed by the Pacific Business Group on Health to the members and staff of the House Education & Labor Committee and the House Ways & Means Committee.

PBGH Issues Statement on Ways & Means Proposal to Address Surprise Medical Billing

Read the statement issued by PBGH CEO Elizabeth Mitchell on the recently unveiled legislative text of the Consumer Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills Act of 2020.

Lisa Zamosky joins PBGH as Chief Communications Officer

Lisa Zamosky joins PBGH on January 20, 2020 as Chief Communications Officer. Lisa brings extensive communications and healthcare expertise to PBGH, where she will help accelerate PBGH’s vision of improving health outcomes, experience, and affordability for consumers and purchasers.