Category: Healthcare Finance News

CVS Health CEO Larry Merlo says pandemic has pushed transformation to digital health

Turnaround times and testing capacity have greatly improved, and pharmacists will play a role in vaccine education.

FDA approves first remdesivir treatment for COVID-19

President Trump received remdesivir, as well as other drugs, after being diagnosed with COVID-19.

Baptist Health uses digital technology for improved patient follow-through

Financial well-being depends on earning a patient relationship over a lifetime, says VP of Business Innovation and Development.
Financial well-being depends on earning a patient’s loyalty for life, says VP of Business Innovation and Development.

HHS expands relief fund eligibility, updates reporting requirements

The relief resources are meant to assist providers regardless of whether they accept Medicare or Medicaid payments.

28-year-old volunteer in AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine trial dies

The trial has not been paused as the volunteer did not receive the COVID-19 vaccine but was part of the control group.

CMS approves Nebraska Medicaid waiver with work requirements

Heritage Health Adult will create a two-tiered Medicaid system, with enhanced benefits for those who meet requirements.

Cigna renews partnership with Envision Healthcare to give in-network access in Florida

This is a renewed agreement to ensure that Cigna’s Floridian members can continue to have uninterrupted access to their providers through Envision.
This is a renewed agreement to ensure that Cigna’s Floridian members can continue to have uninterrupted access to their providers through Envision.

Improving outcomes for expectant Black women is focus during HIMSS Global Health Equity Week

Black women, regardless of education or socioeconomic status, are four times more likely to die from preventable pregnancy-related complications.

HIMSSCast: The 2020 Election, Obamacare and COVID-19

HIMSSCast is out early this week to give you a chance to listen to our …

Hospital admissions projected to be down 10.5% in 2020

The drop in admissions suggests revenue losses that may be difficult for some hospitals to weather.