Why Healthcare Data Is Vital for Employers
Employers need healthcare data in order to make decisions, but the data isn't always easy to get, experts said on a panel at MedCity INVEST.
Centivo Acquires a Primary Care Startup, Despite Others Fleeing the Space
Centivo, a health plan that sells to self-funded employers, acquired virtual-first primary care startup Eden Health. With this acquisition, Centivo now serves more than 160 employers in all 50 states.
The Impact Brands: Empowering Wellness Through Natural and Holistic Solutions
In an era of escalating healthcare costs and a growing preference for natural, holistic approaches to health, The Impact Brands emerges as a collective of diverse brands dedicated to supporting overall wellness through natural means.
‘The Time Is Now’: How Employers Can Offer Comprehensive Obesity Care
Employers are in a unique position to drive change in obesity care, but face several challenges. Experts shared numerous strategies employers can implement.
Employers Will Share Value-Based Care Strategies at MedCity INVEST
At the MedCity INVEST conference from May 21-22 at the Ritz Carlton in Chicago, a panel discussion sponsored by Quantum Health will share how employers are addressing value-based care.
Wisp Begins Offering Diagnostics Through Partnership With TBD Health
Wisp members can now order TBD Health’s STI/STD testing kits on Wisp’s website for free delivery.
Quantum Health Launches New Pharmacy Navigation Solution for Employers
Quantum Health launched its Premier Pharmacy navigation solution on Tuesday. The solution helps members find safe and effective therapeutic alternatives to expensive medications.
When Investment Rhymes with Canada
Canada has a proud history of achievement in the areas of science and technology, and the field of biomanufacturing and life sciences is no exception.
DOJ Launches Task Force on Healthcare Monopolies: Will It Make A Difference?
The U.S. Department of Justice recently launched a task force on healthcare monopolies. Experts have varying opinions on how it will impact the healthcare industry.
ŌURA Unveils 2 New Features for Heart Health
ŌURA announced two new heart health features on Friday: one that estimates cardiovascular age and one that measures cardio capacity.
Why Consumers Leave Their Payer/Provider
Many consumers leave their provider because of navigation problems, while many leave their insurer because of experience issues, a new Accenture report found.
Glen Tullman Has ‘No Interest’ In Selling Transcarent, But IPO Is a Possibility
Transcarent recently announced that it raised $126 million in Series D funding led by General Catalyst and 7wireVentures. When asked what his exit strategy is, CEO Glen Tullman said he does not want to sell Transcarent, but sees an initial public offering as an option.
Using Informed Awareness to Transform Care Coordination and Improve the Clinical and Patient Experience
This eBook, in collaboration with Care Logistics, details how hospitals and health systems can facilitate more effective decision-making by operationalizing elevated awareness.
Report: More Employers Are Looking To Deploy Value-Based Care
More than a third of employers are integrating accountable care into their health benefits, according to a new report from the Milken Institute. However, there are several barriers.
Biden Administration Extends ACA Coverage Eligibility to DACA Recipients
Under a new final rule, eligible DACA recipients will be able to enroll in a Qualified Health Plan through the ACA Marketplace or through a Basic Health Program.
Healthcare Is a Frontier Not Even Walmart Could Conquer — And It’s Not Looking Great For Others Either
Walmart’s decision to shutter its healthcare division reflects just how difficult it is to achieve profitability in the primary care and telehealth markets. Experts think retailers simply aren’t prepared to handle the bevy of challenges that come along with delivering healthcare — but could this news also be a sign of the system being broken?
Healthcare Moves: A Monthly Summary of Hires and Layoffs
Here is a selection of recent executive hires, promotions and layoffs occurring across the healthcare industry.
Experts Aren’t Surprised About Optum Closing Its Virtual Care Business
Optum is shutting down its virtual care unit after a three-year run. Industry experts agree that the closure reflects broader trends in the telehealth market, in which saturation and differentiation challenges are leading some providers to struggle.