Hollister, Calif.-based Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital has signed a new two-year agreement for commercial/employer-sponsored plans with Anthem Blue Cross — the largest insurer in San Benito County, according to a Nov. 13 news release.
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CarelonRx: How pharmacists can provide high-quality care during a busy holiday season
We’re all often guilty of it. Being so busy that we begin to rush. I often need to take a figurative and literal breath to remember why I – and I’m sure many of us – became pharmacists in the first place: to help people lead healthier lives.
Cognitive fog sweeps over America
The number of working-age adults reporting serious cognitive issues increased during the pandemic and is now at the highest level seen in the past 15 years, according to Census Bureau data cited by The New York Times.
Health systems turn to buyouts
Hospitals and health systems are implementing various strategies as they look to drive efficiency and plan for short-term and long-term growth. One strategy seen at several systems in recent months: offering buyouts and voluntary separation to workers.
Risant target Geisinger affirmed at 'AA-'
Danville, Pa.-based Geisinger, the first health system targeted by Kaiser Permanente under its new Risant Health value-based care project, has been affirmed an “AA-” credit rating, S&P Global said Nov. 13.
Hospital embarks on 'Epic Refuel Project'
EHRs have vast capabilities, and most health systems aren’t optimizing their investment simply because they haven’t realized the full potential of the technology.
Canopy Health CEO to retire
Mike Robinson will retire as CEO of Emeryville, Calif.-based Canopy Health at the year’s end.
Prior authorizations are top burden for medical groups: MGMA
Prior authorization is the most burdensome regulatory issue facing medical groups, with 89% saying it is very or extremely burdensome, according to a Nov. 13 report from the Medical Group Management Association.
Experimental gene therapy halves cholesterol in small study
Boston-based Verve Therapeutics presented strong findings Nov. 12 for a gene therapy candidate aimed at disabling the gene linked to low-density lipoprotein cholesterol.
Providence nurses to begin strike
Members of UFCW 3000 are set to begin a five-day strike Nov. 14 at two Providence Regional Medical Center Everett (Wash.) campuses.
