There is a shortage of GLP-1s in the U.S. But experts have differing opinions on whose responsibility it is to be rationing the drugs.

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A report conducted by ATI Advisory and commissioned by Better Medicare Alliance found that Medicare Advantage beneficiaries have lower healthcare spending than fee-for-service Medicare enrollees. This is true across racial and ethnic groups, according to the report.

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Pelago’s new Inpatient Centers of Excellence network offers Pelago members access to a nationwide network of inpatient substance use disorder treatment centers. The network includes organizations like the Recovery Centers of America and Banyan Treatment Centers.

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The Peterson Health Technology Institute recently released a report that evaluated eight musculoskeletal solutions: DarioHealth, Hinge Health, Kaia Health, Limber Health, Omada Health, RecoveryOne, Sword Health and Vori Health.

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Mother’s Milk Is Best has a medical device that increases the ability to use a mother’s milk or a donor’s milk versus other fortification processes. Last month, judges selected the company as the winner of the consumer/employer track of MedCity News’ INVEST Pitch Perfect contest.

The post INVEST Pitch Perfect Spotlight: How One Company Aims To Change Neonatal Feeding appeared first on MedCity News.

Dollar General and DocGo have mutually decided to end their mobile clinic pilot. The decision comes as numerous retailers have struggled in the healthcare sector.

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Here is a list of some of the biggest funding rounds in the payer/employer space that were announced in May.

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What contributes to the stress and what BCBA employers can do to alleviate it

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Here is a selection of recent executive hires, promotions, retirements and layoffs occurring across the healthcare industry.

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Mental health inequities are costing the U.S. $477.5 billion annually. This could rise to $1.3 trillion in 2040 if left unaddressed.

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A new J.D. Power ranking of commercial health plans found a major difference in customer satisfaction between the top and bottom-ranked health plans.

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In this episode, we’re joined by Randa Deaton, vice president of purchaser engagement at the Purchaser Business Group on Health. She talks about the organization’s new Comprehensive Maternity Care Common Purchasing Agreement.

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Tracey James, chief operating officer of Walgreens’ specialty pharmacy business, talked about the retailer’s vision of innovating in the specialty pharmacy world, as well as about affordability and access.

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Lyra Care for Teens will be available starting in June. Patients will gain access to therapists who specialize in evidence-based treatments and personalized digital lessons.

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Hims & Hers is now providing access to compounded GLP-1s. Patients also receive unlimited medical consultations with a licensed provider.

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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.

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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.

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Employers are in a unique position to drive change in obesity care, but face several challenges. Experts shared numerous strategies employers can implement.

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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.

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Wisp members can now order TBD Health’s STI/STD testing kits on Wisp’s website for free delivery.

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Quantum Health launched its Premier Pharmacy navigation solution on Tuesday. The solution helps members find safe and effective therapeutic alternatives to expensive medications.

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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.

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ŌURA announced two new heart health features on Friday: one that estimates cardiovascular age and one that measures cardio capacity.

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Many consumers leave their provider because of navigation problems, while many leave their insurer because of experience issues, a new Accenture report found.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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Here is a selection of recent executive hires, promotions and layoffs occurring across the healthcare industry.

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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.

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