CommonWell: Addition of Labcorp Is Spurring FHIR Adoption
Labcorp’s addition to the network has become a driver for deploying FHIR data exchange at scale for testing among members
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Medicare Advantage 2026 Spotlight: A First Look at Plan Premiums and Benefits
This brief provides an overview of premiums and benefits in Medicare Advantage plans that are available for 2026 and key trends over time.
What To Know About RFK Jr.’s Stances on Key Health Issues and What He Could Do at HHS
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, is coming into the nomination process in an unusual position, with a long list of his own policy priorities separate from the president-elect’s, and a public promise by Trump to let him “go wild” on his ideas. This…
Trump Administration Cuts Leave Park Service With Fewer Lifeguards
Recreational beaches at National Park Service sites are coping with a shortage of lifeguards caused by Trump administration staffing freezes and cuts, lawmakers and advocacy groups told KFF Health News. Some of the parks are reducing the hours when lifeguards are available, rushing to recruit hires, or opening beaches without any lifeguards at all. Fewer…
The National Suicide Hotline For LGBTQ+ Youth Went Dead. States Are Scrambling To Help.
On July 17, the option went dead for LGBTQ+ youth to access specialized mental health support from the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration said a month earlier that it would no longer “silo” services and would instead “focus on serving all help seekers.” That meant the…
O’Connor Hospital Recognized for Top Performance in Cleanliness by Crothall Healthcare
Crothall Healthcare has recognized O’Connor Hospital with a Legacy Award, celebrating its nationwide top-ranking performance in environmental services (EVS). EVS professionals are the team members responsible for keeping hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, operating rooms, and all other patient care areas clean and safe by adhering to infection control procedures. In 2025, O’Connor Hospital’s year-to-year patient experience…
Soda Health Secures $50M to Grow Smart Benefits Platform
Soda Health’s $50 million Series B financing round was led by General Catalyst and included participation from former Humana CEO Bruce Broussard, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Define Ventures, Qiming Venture Partners USA and SVB Capital. The post Soda Health Secures $50M to Grow Smart Benefits Platform appeared first on MedCity News.
Houston’s Guide to the Three Best Orthopedic Clinics for Hip Replacement
[Sponsored] When you need a hip replacement, you deserve the best care to ensure the procedure goes smoothly. This article outlines the best orthopedic clinics for hip replacement in Houston. The post Houston’s Guide to the Three Best Orthopedic Clinics for Hip Replacement appeared first on MedCity News.
The Role of Claims Data Management to Support Evidence-Based Healthcare
[Sponsored] In an interview, Will Barnett, Veradigm Senior Solutions Manager, talked about the health tech vendor’s clearinghouse services and how they manage the relationship between payers and providers in support of evidence-based care and value-based care strategies. The post The Role of Claims Data Management to Support Evidence-Based Healthcare appeared first on MedCity News.