In 2017, the Republicans who controlled Congress tried mightily to slash federal spending on Medicaid, the government-funded health program covering low-income families and individuals. California, like other states, depends heavily on federal dollars to provide care for its poorest residents. Analyses at the time showed the GOP’s proposals would cut Medicaid funds flowing from Washington…
The conversation between MedCity News Editor-in-Chief Arundhati Parmar and Samir Batra, managing partner of Health Innovation Pitch, highlighted news from the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, particularly how technology and biopharma companies are shaping AI in healthcare. The post Debunked Episode 23: Companies Vie for Healthcare AI Dominance appeared first on MedCity News.
With federal PBM reform stalled, states like California are stepping up with laws like SB 41 to boost transparency and lower drug costs. The post California Signs PBM Law: As Federal PBM Regulation Lags, the States Step Up appeared first on MedCity News.
Payment models often require the same information, but have different definitions, exclusion criteria, and time frames, execs say
As exciting as it is to explore how far new technology can take us, it’s imperative that strengthening our connections with patients remains the guiding light on our journey forward. The post Efficiency vs. Empathy: Can Technology Strengthen the Doctor-Patient Relationship? appeared first on MedCity News.
Here is a selection of recent executive hires, exits, promotions and layoffs occurring across the healthcare industry. The post Healthcare Moves: A Monthly Summary of Hires and Layoffs appeared first on MedCity News.
During a panel at the MedCity News INVEST Digital Health conference, three healthcare execs shared advice to startups on how to pitch to employers. They need to know their worth, understand the problem they’re solving, and think about issues globally. The post How Should Healthcare Startups Approach Employers? 3 Execs Weigh In appeared first on…
Patients no longer want to rely upon only whatever snippets of information they get from their doctor at an annual or semiannual checkup. They’re looking for a fully connected patient experience. Healthcare organizations need to know what that looks like, how to build it, and how they fit into the full picture. The post The…
The EPA launched the next step of its fluoride safety review, as more states move to ban community water fluoridation and senior officials amplify concerns about fluoride beyond what current evidence supports. The Monitor also explores AI policy and content moderation, including the practice of GEO to influence what AI chatbots say.
[Sponsored] A new report from Imagine360 makes the case that when it comes to healthcare from self-insured employers, the focus should be more on affordability and less on escalating healthcare costs. The post Restoring Affordability to Employer Health Plans appeared first on MedCity News.