The pandemic has laid bare the need for better access, better reimbursement and the need for preventative care.
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HHS gives $25 billion to Medicaid, safety net hospitals
HHS is working on an additional allocation to distribute relief broadly to dentists.
Healthcare professional revenue falls nearly 50% during COVID-19 pandemic
In the past few months, deferral of elective procedures and many routine in-person medical visits precipitated a financial burden.
CMS issues guidance for hospitals and healthcare systems looking to reopen
Among the recommendations are optimizing telehealth capability, conserving PPE and having a plan for cleaning and disinfecting clinical space.
Surescripts releases real-time prescription price transparency tool for pharmacies
Electronic prescription company Surescripts has released a new service that …
OCR paves way for reasonable access to support for COVID-19 patients with disabilities
The resolution was spurred by a 73-year-old with aphasia who was denied access to support persons, prompting state action.
Report says Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre 14 day system cuts diabetes management costs
The study found that flash continuous glucose monitoring system can cost about 60% less than traditional methods.
Healthcare CFOs look to technology and automation for COVID-19 recovery
Only 12% of CFOs expect they will need to cut or defer spending on their financial systems’ digital transformation.
OptumRx report highlights three drugs that have potential to improve outcomes, reduce costs
Drug Pipeline Insights Report identifies an industry trend in antibody-drug conjugate drugs, which are an extension of precision medicine.
Anthem provides $2.5 billion in COVID-19 support for consumers, providers and communities
Anthem has pledged $2.5 billion to assist consumers, caregivers and …
