Kaufman Hall: Steward Bankruptcy Pushes Up M&A Activity
The latest Kaufman Hall mergers and acquisitions report finds an exceptional level of activity
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Parsley Health Wins Greater Insurance Coverage for its Functional Medicine
Parsley Health is now in-network with major insurers nationwide, including UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and Cigna. The post Parsley Health Wins Greater Insurance Coverage for its Functional Medicine appeared first on MedCity News.
Nationwide IV Fluid Shortage Could Change How Hospitals Manage Patient Hydration
Hospitals around the country are conserving critical intravenous fluid supplies to cope with a shortage that may last months. Some hospital administrators say they are changing how they think about IV fluid hydration altogether. Hurricane Helene, which hit North Carolina in September, wrecked a Baxter International facility that produces 60% of the IV fluids used…
GLP-1s Come With High Price Tags and Major Side Effects. Could Microdosing Be the Answer?
Noom recently launched a microdosing program for GLP-1s. However, some are concerned about the use of compounded GLP-1s in this program, as they are not FDA-approved. The post GLP-1s Come With High Price Tags and Major Side Effects. Could Microdosing Be the Answer? appeared first on MedCity News.
Case study: Denials reduced by 66% at UT Medical Center with improved patient intake
“Reducing denials upfront would improve our revenue, which could be channeled into current and future investments that support our mission.” —Joshua Gayman, Revenue Cycle Manager at UT Medical Center Challenge The University of Tennessee Medical Center (UT Medical Center) is a leading 710-bed acute care hospital with a rich history of exceptional patient care and…
Upholding “Do No Harm” in the Age of AI
As AI tools continue to evolve, they promise to empower clinicians and administrators with actionable insights, improve patient outcomes, and create more resilient healthcare systems. The post Upholding “Do No Harm” in the Age of AI appeared first on MedCity News.
Rainy Season Wellness Tips
Rainy Season Wellness: Tips to Stay Healthy and Safe During Monsoon The monsoon season gives us a break from the summer heat, but it also brings its own set of health risks. With more moisture in the air, water puddles everywhere, and sudden weather changes, our bodies need extra attention to stay healthy during this…
Attacking Food Allergies: How Technology can Ease the Path to New Treatments Without the Pain
Advances in flow cytometry could enable researchers to uncover valuable insights about food allergies without allergen exposure. The post Attacking Food Allergies: How Technology can Ease the Path to New Treatments Without the Pain appeared first on MedCity News.
ACIP Vote Drives Online Engagement About Hepatitis B Vaccine, And Posts Claim a VAERS “Cover-Up” of COVID-19 Vaccine Deaths — The Monitor
Nearly two weeks after a CDC advisory panel voted to end the recommendation for newborn hepatitis B vaccination, conversations about vaccination schedules and parental choice remain elevated. Meanwhile, narratives about an FDA memo alleging COVID-19 vaccines caused 10 pediatric deaths have shifted toward claims of a government cover-up.
Louisiana Took Months To Sound Alarm After Two Babies Died in Whooping Cough Outbreak
When there’s an outbreak of a vaccine-preventable disease, state health officials typically take certain steps to alert residents and issue public updates about the growing threat. That’s standard practice, public health and infectious disease experts told KFF Health News and NPR. The goal is to keep as many other vulnerable people as possible from getting…