Why hospitals are facing new pressure over healthcare spending

Americans continue to face rising health insurance premiums, growing deductibles and increasing medical expenses. Now, Connecticut is preparing to try something relatively few states have attempted: holding healthcare providers more accountable when spending grows faster than state-established targets. Supporters say the effort could help address affordability concerns that have become a major issue for families, employers and government budgets. Policy analysts around the country are watching to see whether the approach could become a model for other states.