EXCLUSIVE: How to reduce readmissions
July 1, 2014
Follow these suggestions to cut costs while maintaining quality of care.
Exclusives
BLOG: How the ACA will create a more portable workforce
June 27, 2014
As more people enroll in the exchanges, a more portable and innovative workforce will take shape
PBMs play role in personalizing medications for children
June 20, 2014
Pharmacy benefits managers are paying attention to medications that specifically target children
Innovative ACOs: Rebuilding chronic care management from the ground up
June 19, 2014
Approaches include the enlistment of care coordination programs and overhauling existing chronic care models
BLOG: Conquer the balancing act of meaningful use 2
May 23, 2014
To balance priorities, consider the 2014 requirements
BLOG: Considerations for pursuing narrow networks
May 23, 2014
As payers continue to pursue narrow networks, addressing legal issues early on is critical
Overcome personal barriers to address patient accountability
April 30, 2014
Poor communication between care providers that leads to care gaps and medical errors is a serious problem within the healthcare system, but so is patient behavior outside the physician’s office
Health plans jump on retail bandwagon
April 24, 2014
Consumer experience is a critical area of investment, with health plans increasing data analytics and virtual customer service
Top 5 states with Medicare Advantage cuts
April 18, 2014
The American Action Forum data breaks down the variation in MA cuts by state—a large percentage of the cuts coming from changes in payment formulas
Sebelius resigns after wave of new enrollments
April 11, 2014
HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius resigned within a short time after announcing that nearly half a million more people enrolled in the exchanges
