CVS makes commitment to keeping Aetna in Hartford for at least 10 years, officials say at Connecticut Insurance Department hearing.
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Cleveland Clinic set to absorb Indian River Medical Center with 10-year, $250 million commitment
Cleveland Clinic will have ultimate governing authority, and will maintain services at the facility for at least 10 years.
CMS revamps the Medicare program integrity manual to accelerate innovation, access to technology
Reforms to the local coverage determination process will increase transparency and patient engagement to ensure beneficiaries can get the latest therapies and devices.
Intervention by nephrologists in Stage 4 kidney disease patients could net $1 billion in savings for healthcare systems
Hemodialysis costs Medicare $80,000 per patient yearly; Researchers say use of nephrologist to slow progression could save Medicare $730 million.
Tennessee hospitals partner for a statewide, in-network system
University Health Network and Vanderbilt Health Affiliated Network have agreed on a value-based, healthcare alliance.
Rural hospitals owned by for-profit companies more likely to close, says Government Accountability Office
In all, 3 percent of all rural hospitals closed between 2013 and 2017, hurt by negative margins and cuts to Medicare reimbursement.
Microsoft CFO Amy Hood says it’s time to redefine role beyond bean counter image
Hood said she defines the role as a combination of aspiring and taking action to create a more inclusive workplace.
Ghosted by a job candidate during interview process? Here’s how hospitals can avoid it
With a robust job market, ghosting is a problem across many industries, but in healthcare it compounds an already frustrating shortage of physicians.
Three winning strategies to help drive medical practice performance
From transparent communication amongst staff to maximizing technology, these three focus areas can enhance your bottom line and help retain talent, MGMA says.
Maryland Health Enterprise Zones associated with reduced hospitalizations and costs
Each zone’s initiative was tailored to the specific features of its communities, but the overall goals were to improve health outcomes and control costs.
