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Physician compensation remained modest but steady throughout the pandemic, new MGMA report finds
“MGMA’s modest compensation findings belie the turmoil of 2020,” says CEO and president Dr. Halee Fischer-Wright.
Geisinger and Noteworth launch virtual care platform to help control chronic diseases
Newly launched ConnectedCare365 offers remote patient monitoring, AI and data analysis tools.
Cedar to acquire OODA Health for $425 million
Using a technology platform for both providers and payers, Cedar says it is tackling a fragmented billing system.
FDA grants Pfizer authorization for COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 12 to 15
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine for children ages 12 to 15, making it the first COVID-19 vaccine shot available for this age group.
Lyft Pass for Healthcare allows patients to schedule rides at no cost
A newly-launched program from Lyft is helping patients and hospitals to avoid missed medical appointments.
Through Lyft Pass for Healthcare, eligible patients, health plan members and Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries can use the Lyft app to request…
Health insurance agents’ lack of disclosure can affect Medicare plan choices
A convoluted selection process and a lack of transparency surrounding health insurance agents could be affecting how informed Medicare beneficiaries are regarding their plan options, according to a new report.
Intermountain Healthcare enters partnership with the University of Utah on population health
In a new partnership with Intermountain Healthcare, the University of Utah will be offering a new population health program focused on preemptive care.
HIMSSCast: Livongo founder’s new venture seeks to eliminate waste, advocate for patients – with Glen Tullman
Livongo founder Glen Tullman speaks to HIMSSCast about his new venture, Transcarent, and why he believes it can succeed at solving some of healthcare’s hardest problems.
Advocate Aurora Enterprises acquires Senior Helpers
Advocate Aurora Enterprises, Advocate Aurora Health’s new subsidiary, is expanding its suite of senior care services with the acquisition of in-home care company, Senior Helpers.
Through its over 320 franchised and corporate-owned locations in the Uni…
Here are the latest updates on the COVID-19 vaccine distribution
This is our continuing coverage of the steps being taken to get every American inoculated against the coronavirus.
