Technology

As fee-for-service rapidly transforms into value-based care, the industry must improve member engagement and outcomes by using targeted care management interventions that help deliver bottom-line results across a broader spectrum of the population.

: Remembering to engage in healthy behavior can often slip to the bottom of our list of priorities. In a world where we need to be reminded and motivated to be the healthiest version of ourselves, the right nudges at the right time can help us get there.

Here’s a three-pronged approach to improve adherence program efficiency that leverages predictive data analytics, hospital on-site pharmacies and post discharge follow-up evaluation to achieve real, measurable results.

Creating a comprehensive customer experience doesn’t happen overnight, but the key to achieving it comes from taking a “bone deep” approach.

The results of Geneia’s year-long study – a savings of $8,375 per patient and a slowing of disease progression – demonstrate that remote patient monitoring is a wise investment for payers.

Failure to report accurate data can result in significant penalties for Medicaid managed care plans.

Lay the groundwork for bundled payment; here are three areas in which technology can play a role.

Here are some of the latest precision medicine approaches being used by managed care organizations, health systems and academic medical centers across the U.S.

As the industry moves toward value-based care, medical education must keep pace.

Health plans are using advanced analytics to improve physician engagement,performance and satisfaction in ACOs and risk-sharing contracts.

A recent survey suggests suggest a lack of access to appropriate commercial payer arrangements is causing health systems to explore alternatives.

Consumers are demanding transparency in the prices of drugs. Here’s how they are getting it.

The precision medicine effort could dramatically change patient care, but will it be effective?

A new cancer database, the Genomic Data Commons, aims to make research more accessible

Payers have a direct interest in preserving independent physician practices andhelping all physicians regain the Joy of Medicine.

Advances in technology are creating new opportunities for health insurers to move beyond the role of payer to trusted partner in the protection and extension of our health and independence as we age.

The advantages of using an advanced clinical decision support system fall into four general “reducing” categories. Here they are.

The use of advanced analytics by payers can improve administrative and medicalcosts, provider satisfaction and member health.

Why today’s models will always be interim ones-andhow the consumerization of healthcare will drive change.

In today’s increasingly consumer-driven environment, personalization is not only expected, but a demanded part of the user experience.

Patient engagement is central to improving health outcomes and reducing the cost of care. Yet, there continues to be a huge disconnect between patients, payers, and physicians.

Where do the capabilities of healthcare technology end and the need for the human hand begin to deliver top value for managed care executives?

Technology in pharmacy is leading to improved safety, accountability, and efficiency.

Many healthcare organizations lack the necessary governance principles, guidelines, and processes necessary for success in today’s technology-dependent environment.

For healthcare organizations, now is the time to help address Zika fears by utilizing digital tools.