Despite recent efforts to bolster California’s behavioral health workforce, the state is operating with only about two-thirds of the psychiatrists and therapists it needs. The problem is so severe it’s making it hard to backfill retiring practitioners, particularly in the state’s rural areas. “It feels helpless, because there is more than you can fix. There’s…
How will HEOR leaders respond to recent policy changes? A survey from Tufts and the Center for the Evaluation of Value and Risk in Health (CEVR) provides the answer. About 2/3 of the n=57 respondents were Head of their HEOR department and the remaining 1/3 had some other senior level HEOR role. Three key topic…
When control over prescription drug access rests with only a few players, the result is not just market imbalance — it is higher plan costs, increased financial pressures, and ultimately reduced affordability for patients. The post The Path to Fair PBM Competition appeared first on MedCity News.
We can’t ignore what AI makes possible: faster diagnoses, smarter workflows, better use of limited resources, and more personalized care at scale. If we get this right, we can build a system that works better for everyone, not just the few who can afford concierge care or live near major medical centers. The post AI…
PHILADELPHIA — Leon Harris, 35, is intimately familiar with the devastation guns can inflict. Robbers shot him in the back nearly two decades ago, leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. The bullet remains lodged in his spine. “When you get shot,” he said, “you stop thinking about the future.” He is anchored by his…
Through a virtual care pilot, experienced “eyes in the sky” pick up some administrative work and coach newer nurses. Coupled with a similar attending physician program, costs are falling and admissions are climbing.
Here is a selection of recent executive hires, retirements, promotions and layoffs occurring across the healthcare industry. The post Healthcare Moves: A Monthly Summary of Hires and Layoffs appeared first on MedCity News.
Even if you don’t have all the answers, communication plays a critical role in reducing stress levels and fostering feelings of stability, confidence, and psychological well-being. The post Communicating with Employees During Times of Turmoil appeared first on MedCity News.
When it comes to the effects that the upcoming Trump presidency will have on healthcare, attendees’ attitudes ranged from cautiously optimistic to fairly anxious. Some of the issues they highlighted included mental health parity, telehealth prescribing flexibilities, and the role of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The post How Did Attendees at a Behavioral Health Conference…
Pricy GLP-1 medications are here to stay — let’s focus on turning their potential into lasting, meaningful impact. The post The Promise and Challenge of GLP-1 Medications: Ensuring ROI in Obesity Care appeared first on MedCity News.