MalloryHackett

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Humana to send more than 1M at-home screening tests to members

Qualifying members will be able to identify if they have colon cancer at home and get tailored diabetes management assistance.

CMS reports a slight increase in effectuated enrollment for early 2020

It found that the number of consumers who enrolled, paid and had coverage increased by about 1% from 10.6 million the same time last year.

CMS announces $5B in funding, new testing requirements and training for nursing homes

The funds may be used to hire staff, start infection control programs, increase testing or provide technology to connect residents with families.

Anthem Foundation pledges $24 million to non-profit organizations

The donations will help address food insecurity, mental health and housing and economic recovery from the pandemic.

Mergers and acquisitions worth significantly less in Q2 compared to last year

Data from S&P Global Market Intelligence shows a decline in M&A value in Q2, which can be attributed to the pandemic.

Frost and Sullivan provides industry analysis and post-pandemic predictions

The company conservatively projects a loss in revenue for 2020 spanning from a 1% to 45% decline compared to its original estimate for each sector.

New York City expected to significantly increase healthcare construction following pandemic

For the next three years, every borough except Staten Island is expected to have an increase in spending.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina reduces cost for 90-day medication supplies

The rule went into effect July 15 for fully insured customers, but does not include Medicare members due to regulatory restraints.

UnitedHealthcare donates $12.3M to help community-based organizations recover from the pandemic

Over half of the grant funds will help organizations increase their capacity to fight COVID-19 and support impacted communities.

Boulder Community Health remains independent with Optum partnership

Through the deal, Optum will manage the health system’s data and analytics, revenue cycle management and care coordination.