Researchers: ACOs Have Not Meaningfully Boosted Socially Vulnerable Patients
A team of researchers looks at SDOH challenges in the MSSP program
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FDA Approves First-in-Class GSK Antibiotic for Common Type of Urinary Tract Infection
The FDA approved GSK antibiotic Blujepa as a treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections. The drug’s novel mechanism of action addresses a broader range of pathogens and could offer a way to lower the potential for drug resistance. The post FDA Approves First-in-Class GSK Antibiotic for Common Type of Urinary Tract Infection appeared first on…
Biden Administration Blocks Two Private Sector Enrollment Sites From ACA Marketplace
Federal regulators have blocked two private sector enrollment websites from accessing consumer information through the federal Obamacare marketplace, citing “anomalous activity.” The unusual step comes as the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is under the gun to curb unauthorized enrollment and switching of Affordable Care Act plans by rogue agents. The agency received more…
KFF Health Misinformation Monitor – How Abortion Misinformation Gives Rise to Restrictive Abortion Laws
This volume explores false claims suggesting abortions occur after birth, misleading narratives around the safety abortion pills, like mifepristone, and other tactics used to distort the safety of abortions. It also explores research on the acceptance of health misinformation and the proliferation of AI-generated fake news sites.
Hospital Margins Rebounded in 2023, But Rural Hospitals and Those With High Medicaid Shares Were Struggling More Than Others
This data note examines trends in hospital margins from 2018 through 2023 and how operating margins varied across different types of hospitals in 2023. It shows the industry overall experienced a rebound in 2023 after margins fell sharply the previous year, though some hospitals – particularly those in rural areas and those who see many…
Why Hospitals’ Revenue Growth Is Likely to Slow Down in 2025
Hospitals’ operating margins dropped in November due to decreased patient demand levels and continued increases in expenses, according to a new report. One healthcare expert noted that rising expenses will remain a major problem for hospitals throughout 2025. The post Why Hospitals’ Revenue Growth Is Likely to Slow Down in 2025 appeared first on MedCity…
Prioritize Provider Data for Seamless M&A Success
Health systems preparing for an M&A, or even those not immediately considering one, must prioritize a robust workforce data strategy. This approach is essential for navigating today’s increasingly frequent healthcare consolidations. The post Prioritize Provider Data for Seamless M&A Success appeared first on MedCity News.
Days From Trump Inauguration, Journalists Weigh California, Federal Health Policies
KFF Health News senior correspondent Angela Hart discussed California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s health legacy on KVPR’s “Central Valley Daily” on Jan. 16 and on KQED’s “Forum” on Jan. 13. Click here to hear Hart on “Central Valley Daily” Click here to hear Hart on “Forum” Read Hart and Christine Mai-Duc’s “Health Care Is Newsom’s Biggest…
Parakeet Health Flies Onto The Scene to Automate Healthcare Call Centers
Generative AI-powered voice platform Parakeet Health announced its launch and $3 million in seed funding. The startup seeks to automate many of the interactions that patients have with their doctor’s staff, such as scheduling appointments and answering billing questions. The post Parakeet Health Flies Onto The Scene to Automate Healthcare Call Centers appeared first on…
A Small Gesture with a Big Impact
Crothall Healthcare’s dedication to patient care took on new meaning this past Veteran’s Day, reaching military veterans living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) through the thoughtful donation of personal hygiene kits. Crothall’s unique Power of Clean approach is designed to create a clinically safe environment, achieve HCAHPS cleanliness goals, and address both the reality and…