RMG invites input on corporate governance issues
RiskMetrics Group is seeking input on emerging corporate governance issues through two surveys -- one for institutional investors and one for corporations. The survey results will help shape the proxy adviser's 2010 policy updates.
(GRIST,
25 Jun 2009, 1 page)
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HRadio: Changes ahead for executive comp?
A Mercer expert examines executive pay challenges facing employers today and reviews results of a recent Mercer survey on actions companies in the US and Canada are taking to preserve and reward talent. (Podcast, 24 Jun 2009) More
SEC proposes TARP say-on-pay rules
Proposed SEC rules clarify TARP say-on-pay requirements but avoid prescribing language for management resolutions. Comments on the proposal, which would apply for the 2010 proxy season, are due within 60 days of publication in the Federal Register.
(GRIST,
2 Jul 2009, 1 page)
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IT: No cure for the high cost of health care
Although President Obama's health care reform plan emphasizes information technology (IT), experts cited by Wharton say any potential IT benefits may be overhyped. Costs, quality, standardization and implementation issues are discussed.
(Knowledge@Wharton,
2 Jul 2009,
4 pages)
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Medicare beneficiaries' out-of-pocket spending
Medicare beneficiaries' out-of-pocket spending on health care services averaged 28 percent of income, according to a study based on 2005 Medicare survey data. Among non-Medicare-covered services, OOP costs were highest for long-term care at $13,195.
(AARP,
2 Jul 2009,
10 pages)
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Reform of the physician payment system
An overview of the physician payment system in the US, with emphasis on Medicare, is provided in this report. It identifies reform opportunities based on experiences in the UK, Germany, France and Japan.
(AARP,
2 Jul 2009,
32 pages)
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Targeted programs help curb overtreating back pain
Health plans are giving more attention to back pain through targeted programs to help reduce the estimated $15 billion spent in direct medical costs in addition to the $28 billion in productivity lost among workers, this article says.
(Managed Healthcare Executive,
30 Jun 2009,
2 pages)
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