Humana says it is the first national insurer to collaborate with Epic to bring together patients, providers, and the insurer in a value-based model.
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Health systems partnering with urgent care clinics can strengthen brand attract new revenue
Urgent care clinics cater to a growing need for consumer service and convenience, and partnering with them can enhance a health system’s brand.
Q&A with Andy Slavitt on investing in underserved populations
"Medicaid is filled with success stories, but not the capital," Slavitt says.
28 health systems in Medicaid Transformation Project look to lower costs and improve outcomes in behavioral health
The national project is aimed at developing financially sustainable solutions to improve the health of under-served individuals and to save providers money.
Healthcare hiring dipped in May, continuing trend
Although hiring in healthcare has slowed, the trend has been positive overall, with the industry adding about 391,000 jobs over the past 12 months.
Costs of care similar or lower at teaching hospitals compared to non-teaching hospitals
The total costs of care for the first 30 days after hospitalization were lower at major teaching hospitals.
New computer analytics may solve the hospital readmission puzzle, study suggests
Readmissions occur for almost 20 percent of patients hospitalized in the U.S. and are associated with patient harm and expenses.
Health organizations are embracing emerging technologies, but have to do more amidst changing consumer expectations
Consumer and employee expectations are changing, requiring continued investment in technology from health leaders.
CMS seeks input on Patients over Paperwork initiative to reduce red tape and to lower costs
Regulatory reform is estimated to save the healthcare system an estimated 40 million hours and $5.7 billion from 2019 through 2021.
Partners HealthCare ending bid to acquire Care New England Health System
The Rhode Island governor has asked Lifespan, Care New England and Brown University to resume negotiations for an academic medical center.
