Category: Health Insurance

Healthcare is ready to invest in blockchain as new business cases emerge

The technology is "getting closer to its breakout moment," says Deloitte, whose new survey finds healthcare organizations seeing "disruption" on the horizon and preparing to spend accordingly.

Democratic reps fire back on Medicaid work requirements, saying they would push low-income families out of coverage

Democratic representatives called the loss of health coverage the "perverse result that even the proponents of these new requirements should oppose."

Hospitals have plenty of work to do when it comes to fostering brand loyalty

Despite a growing focus on loyalty, hospitals still have a ways to go to actually achieve it with patients and other consumers.

A Jolt To The Jugular! You’re Insured But Still Owe $109K For Your Heart Attack

A Texas teacher, 44, faces a “balance bill” of almost twice his annual salary for a heart attack he never expected to have.

A Jolt To The Jugular! You’re Insured But Still Owe $109K For Your Heart Attack

A Texas teacher, 44, faces a “balance bill” of almost twice his annual salary for a heart attack he never expected to have.

The Doctors Want In: Democratic Docs Talk Health Care On The Campaign Trail

Among candidates running for Congress in upcoming elections are a smattering of left-leaning physicians who present a stark contrast to the predominantly Republican physicians currently in office.

The Doctors Want In: Democratic Docs Talk Health Care On The Campaign Trail

Among candidates running for Congress in upcoming elections are a smattering of left-leaning physicians who present a stark contrast to the predominantly Republican physicians currently in office.

Amazon deemed most likely industry disruptor, say healthcare executives

Amazon was cited for a number of reasons, including resources, influence, brand loyalty, convenience and a built-in distribution network.

Having a hard time recruiting clinicians? Try texting candidates

Community Health Network deployed a text-based recruiting platform and garnered an 83 percent response rate, outpacing email or phone calls.

Hospital supply chain: One way to slash costs by nearly 20%

Joining a group purchasing organization can have a ripple effect that reduces expenses across the entire healthcare system, with the potential to save up to $864 billion by 2022.