How much should a managed care organization invest in information technology?How can an MCO ensure that IT is making a worthwhile contribution to itsbusiness? The answers to these questions will be central to business successin the 21st century as MCOs must balance effectiveness (getting the businessdone well) with efficiency (getting it done at minimal cost). Current ITbenchmarks and measurement systems are failing to demonstrate business value.
In this latest episode of Tuning In to the C-Suite podcast, Briana Contreras, an editor with MHE had the pleasure of meeting Loren McCaghy, director of consulting, health and consumer engagement and product insight at Accenture, to discuss the organization's latest report on U.S. consumers switching healthcare providers and insurance payers.
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Early Genetic Testing Avoids Treatment Delays for Patients with Friedreich Ataxia
September 18th 2024Genetic and biochemical testing are crucial for improving outcomes for patients with Friedreich ataxia, according to speakers at a symposium at the European Association of Neurology Congress.
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In our latest "Meet the Board" podcast episode, Managed Healthcare Executive Editors caught up with editorial advisory board member, Eric Hunter, CEO of CareOregon, to discuss a number of topics, one including the merger that never closed with SCAN Health Plan due to local opposition from Oregonians.
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