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Preferred adds Galichia to network   Wichita's largest health insurance carrier will break from tradition by adding Galichia Heart Hospital to its network of providers. Preferred Health Systems, which is owned by Via Christi Health System, said it will add Galichia -- a Via Christi competitor -- as an in-network hospital effective Jan. 1. The move has the potential to change the way health care is delivered in Wichita as more ...

Health insurance costs grow 5% in '08  Health insurance premiums rose a modest 5% this year for coverage that's getting skimpier, researchers say.

Health care costs take bigger bite from paychecks Many workers get less from plans  WASHINGTON — Premiums for job-based health insurance are up 5 percent in 2008 and have more than doubled since 1999, a growth rate that far outpaces inflation and the increase in workers' wages over the same period, according to an annual survey of employers.

Survey finds slower rise in cost of health benefits  The average cost of health insurance for employers and employees nationally increased at its slowest pace in a decade, according to a widely followed survey.

Mental health groups make final push for parity   Many people battling addiction or suffering from mental health problems could get better health insurance coverage under legislation that has widespread, bipartisan support but still faces some hurdles before getting to President Bush for his signature.

Oakland County creates program to market medical systems  PONTIAC -- Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson announced the creation of a medical branding initiative among major hospital systems, medical device manufacturers and higher education in Oakland County that could lead to billions of dollars in new investment and thousands of new jobs.

Health insurance premiums jump 5 pct this year   U.S. health insurance premiums rose 5 percent on average this year and more companies shifted an additional share of the cost to workers, an annual survey of businesses said on Wednesday.

Rise in health care premiums outpaces inflation and wages  Washington — Premiums for job-based health insurance are up 5 percent in 2008 and have more than doubled since 1999, a growth rate that far outpaces inflation and the increase in workers' wages over the same period, according to an annual survey of employers. Meanwhile, a growing number of workers at smaller firms are getting less coverage for their money as health plans with high deductibles ...

Health Highlights: Sept. 24, 2008   Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay:

Health-care costs rising far quicker than wages  Premiums for job-based health insurance are up 5 percent in 2008 and have more than doubled since 1999, a growth rate that far outpaces inflation and the increase in workers' wages over the same period, according to an annual survey of employers released Wednesday.

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