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Telemedicine is poised to grow as its popularity increases among physicians and patients

Physicians of almost all age groups show an interest in pursuing telemedicine jobs or service lines.

The number of clinicians participating in advanced APMs increased

Participation almost doubled year-to-year, while the number of clinicians taking part in MIPS declined.

The number of clinicians participating in advanced APMs increased

Participation almost doubled year-to-year, while the number of clinicians taking part in MIPS declined.

Addressing value-based care’s data problem

True value-based care requires a holistic view of the patient that can only be achieved with robust data, an expert says.

UnitedHealthcare to start covering medical implant for sleep apnea

The device is a significant departure from traditional surgical treatments for sleep apnea.

The association between care management and outcomes in Medicare ACOs

As they have become more widespread, ACOs have employed a variety of care management and coordination strategies.

CMS proposes 1.3% pay increase for home health but is ending prepayment of services

While CMS says it is now allowing therapist assistants to perform services, Premier says the agency’s definition requires a skilled professional.

ACOs need a balance of PCPs and specialists to best reduce healthcare costs, study finds

A balance between primary care providers and specialists showed results, particularly among high-risk patients with chronic conditions.

CMS proposes new approach to monitoring protections for Medicaid beneficiaries

Current rule makes no sense as it applies only to fee-for-service and most Medicaid beneficiaries are now served through managed care, stakeholders tell CMS.

Clover Health’s new subsidiary will rely on members, machine learning to fuel drug development

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Dubbed Clover Therapeutics, the unit’s first project will be a partnership with Genentech targeting ocular diseases among senior populations.