Patient Engagement

Oct 16 | Susan Morse

Telehealth eliminates time and distance to save money

In the age of consumerism, virtual visits meet consumers where they are, says Anthem executive.

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Oct 15 | Jeff Lagasse

Federal requirements for sharing patient medical records pose challenges, opportunities

Only 18% of the executives surveyed at U.S. healthcare companies say they are "very…

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Oct 14 |

Poor digital billing process associated with uncollected payments

Younger consumers are especially are willing to switch providers over a bad billing experience.

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Oct 11 | Susan Morse

UPDATED LIST: Medicare Advantage star ratings for 2020 show more 4 star or higher plans

There are 1,200 more MA plans than in 2018 and in 2020 a greater number rate 4 stars or more, CMS says.

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Oct 11 |

UnitedHealthcare app gives members on-demand access to telehealth services

The app also allows users to manage prescriptions, see information on deductibles and out-of-pocket spending, and…

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Oct 09 | Jeff Lagasse

Online patient portal usage linked to higher rates of flu shots, blood pressure checks

Chronic conditions affect more than half of U.S. adults, and preventative screenings are linked to…

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Oct 09 | Susan Morse

HHS and CMS are offering safe harbor to Stark Law to promote value-based, coordinated care

Example of changes is allowing a hospital to donate free cybersecurity software to each physician…

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Oct 07 | Susan Morse

Sentara Health partners on $100 million investment to improve housing in Virginia

The contribution is among the largest of any hospital in the nation to address the social determinants of…

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Oct 07 | Susan Morse

Go365 wellness program reduces healthcare costs, Humana says

Members are given financial and other rewards for participating.

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Oct 04 | Jeff Lagasse

Improving healthcare access in the Pacific Northwest requires better planning, infrastructure

More than 80% of people in Portland, Oregon and 51% of people in Seattle have poor access to…

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Beyond Dollars and Cents: A Closer Look At Value Beyond the expected improvement in specific metrics, many organizations that outsource RCM with a trusted and certified partner are seeing several ancillary benefits of such agreements.

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