Health Management

Paramedics can do much more than transport patients to the ED or inpatient care. Payers and providers are increasingly using EMS services to reach out to patients in their homes to improve outcomes and reduce costs.

Genetic testing holds great promise, but there are some critical drawbacks to consider.

Investment in resources that support clinicians and patients closer to the point of care may be the cure for what ails managed care executives.

A Precision for Value survey highlights what can be done in order to encourage payers to ease coverage policies for these drugs in the next wave of HCV treatment.

Allegheny Health Network (AHN) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has achieved what few health systems have been able to do-offer same-day specialty appointments across its hospital network.

Here’s what a Vizient’s hospital leader survey says about the future of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and other healthcare policies under the new Administration.

A new report highlights the top states most affected by repeal of the ACA. Is your state among the top 10?

Experts share updates on new diabetes medications, and provide an overview of what’s coming.

As we begin the New Year, healthcare payers have an immediate opportunity to boost member satisfaction.

As the destiny of Obamacare takes center stage, two researchers have proposed the next-generation of HSAs-HDHPs, a new way to design health insurance plans that could win bipartisan support.

The proposed megamerger has been shot down. Find out what it means for healthcare execs.

Here are 3 reasons why overcoming the “fingerstick” barrier will improve patient outcomes and contribute to reductions in healthcare costs.

Cancer drug costs remain the most critical challenge in care, among other things.

HHS secretary nominee Tom Price has voiced opposition to bundled payments. One expert talks about mandatory and the possibility of voluntary bundled payments.

One study shows that the way Medicare is paying for joint replacements is saving millions of dollars annually and keeping patients satisfied, too.

By deploying a proactive, year-round strategy that aligns data analytics with a focused approach for addressing gaps in care, your organization can turn routine quality measurement and reporting activities into a true strategic advantage by ensuring that quality measurably improves across key metrics.

Connected devices and apps eliminating the need for manual tracking drive better long-term engagement in healthy activities, a study from Walgreens and Scripps Translational Science, shows.

Find out about the latest treatment and drug pipeline developments

Some health plans are finding success with a new program that rewards patients for seeking out cheaper care.

Deaths due to opioid abuse have risen sharply-and show no signs of leveling off. Here’s how data analytics can prevent abuse and diversion.

Find out how healthcare executives feel about the industry moving into 2017.

Mental health advocate Patrick J. Kennedy talks to Managed Healthcare Executive about reform, mental health equity, and how payers can help integrate care in mental health.

A Trump administration is expected to have far-reaching impacts on healthcare. Here are nine changes to keep on your radar.

Medicare plans must understand the impact of CMS rule change to be prepared for risk adjustment in 2017. Here are 10 tips to better manage the risk adjustment process.

Study: ACOs can be part of the structure to improve outcomes in children with medical complexity.