We need to pivot from a deficiency to an abundance model – from over-focusing on what an individual cannot do, to making the most of the physical and mental resources at hand to maximize independence, dignity, and quality of life. This includes rethinking physical environments and thoughtfully embedding technology to support capability rather than limitation…
Many insurers seem to be retreating from Medicare Advantage by exiting unprofitable markets and reducing benefits. This could be extremely disruptive to patients, experts warn. The post Insurers are Pulling Back on MA. How Does this Affect Patients? appeared first on MedCity News.
“When you cut one part of the health system, it tends to have a ripple effect on the rest of it,” an expert notes at Webinar
The fake products are visually similar to authentic ones but can be distinguished by the placement of the EXP/LOT text on the label
The answer is ‘yes’, but the question is in what manner? A paper by Che et al. (2024) examines the use of real-world data (RWD) across 2016-2023 HTA assessments. Over this time period, 11% of HTA submissions included real-world data. Further, they find that: The main sources of RWD considered in the submissions were disease…
UPMC Enterprises and Redesign Health launched a new startup named Glimmer Health. The company partners with primary care providers to improve pain management using a personalized, holisitic approach. The post UPMC Enterprises, Redesign Health Launch New Startup for Chronic Pain Patients appeared first on MedCity News.
Vulcan Interoperability Bridge Program Manager Sandy Vance discusses plans to launch a second cohort
ATLANTA — Deegant Adhvaryu completed his parents’ applications for Medicaid and food benefits in June. Then the waiting and frustration began. In July, his parents, Haresh and Nina Adhvaryu, received a letter saying their applications would be delayed, he said. In August, the Adhvaryus started calling a Georgia helpline, he said, but couldn’t leave a…
This edition examines the role of news influencers in spreading misinformation, misleading narratives about harm reduction amid disparities in opioid overdose, and biases in artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare.