El aborto se ha convertido en el tema más importante de las elecciones de noviembre para las mujeres menores de 30 años, según una encuesta de KFF. Se trata de un cambio notable desde finales de la primavera, antes que la vicepresidenta Kamala Harris entrara en la carrera presidencial.Casi 4 de cada 10 mujeres menores…
Section 1115 Medicaid demonstration waivers offer states an avenue to test new approaches in Medicaid that differ from what is required by federal statute, so long as the approach is likely to “promote the objectives of the Medicaid program.” As with broader Medicaid policy, the future landscape of Section 1115 waivers depends on the outcome…
This brief explores data about rural hospitals’ financial health and stability at a time when Congress is considering potential federal budget cuts. It examines the prevalence of rural hospitals, their characteristics and finances, federal support for these facilities, and the potential impact of reductions in Medicaid and Medicare spending that are under consideration.
A Fortina Hernández la llaman “la que lo sabe todo”. Durante más de dos décadas, esta trabajadora de salud comunitaria ha ayudado a cientos de familias del sureste de Los Ángeles a inscribirse en programas de ayuda alimentaria, ha informado sobre seguros médicos asequibles y ha ayudado con medicamentos para sus afecciones crónicas. Su frase…
Opdivo Qvantig, administered by injection in less than five minutes, is now FDA approved for solid tumor indications covered by Opdivo, a 30-minute intravenous infusion. The new product will help Bristol Myers Squibb compete with biosimilars as Opdivo faces looming patent expiration. The post Bristol Myers Squibb Wins FDA Nod for Injectable Version of Blockbuster…
We must think beyond one-size-fits-all solutions and embrace the diversity of obstructive sleep apnea. This means continuing to innovate, collaborating across sectors, and keeping patients at the center of every decision. The post A New Era in OSA: Bridging the Gap with Novel Treatment Solutions appeared first on MedCity News.
A list of interesting articles to checkout as you head to the weekend. How America Built the World’s Most Successful Market for Generic Drugs.Reference Pricing as a Deterrent to Entry.Will Florida Medicaid cover a hospitalization in South Dakota?Will better data rescue value-based care?The return of COVID?
Effective contract management for healthcare organizations is pivotal in this complex and highly regulated world. Healthcare organizations, whether large hospitals, clinics, or individual practitioners, contract with various entities, including vendors, insurance providers, and regulatory bodies. These contracts govern everything from purchasing medical supplies to services reimbursement, making healthcare contract management a critical aspect of running…
The mandatory CMS TEAM program begins next year. Are you ready? As hospitals consider their options for addressing the mandate, here are some actions to consider. The post Value-Based Care Gets Real appeared first on MedCity News.
We need intelligent, scalable systems that lift burdens, illuminate connections, and empower healthcare professionals to deliver their highest-quality care. Agentic AI provides this essential capability. The post Agentic AI and the Architecture of Healthcare Transformation appeared first on MedCity News.