Could Automation Help More Physicians Stay Independent?
Joel Keenan, M.D., owner of York Primary Care in Maine, describes new tools in his eClinicalWorks EHR that are saving him time
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Evidence Shows ACA’s Mandated Benefits Alone Don’t Drive Up Costs. The Debate Continues.
In January, when President Donald Trump unveiled his one-page outline to address health care spending, dubbed “The Great Healthcare Plan,” he specifically mentioned the Affordable Care Act’s role in driving up costs. “I call it the unaffordable care act,” he said. He reprised the line in his 2026 State of the Union address, blaming “the…
CMS Phasing Out Medicaid Workforce Initiatives
On July 11, CMS notified states that, going forward, it does not anticipate approving new 1115 demonstration workforce initiatives or extending existing waivers. Such changes may limit states’ abilities to pursue initiatives investing in the Medicaid workforce,
Potential Impacts of Mass Detention and Deportation Efforts on the Health and Well-Being of Immigrant Families
This brief discusses the potential implications of increased enforcement actions under the Trump administration for the health and well-being of families and potential broader impacts for communities, the workforce, and the economy, including health care.
From Claims Payer to Care Partner: What AI Really Changes in Health Insurance, and What It Doesn’t
AI can help health plans reduce friction, speed revenue-cycle throughput, and improve member experience, but only when it is deployed with strong data discipline, modern integration patterns, and a governance model that treats AI as “augmented intelligence,” meaning powerful, assistive, and accountable. The post From Claims Payer to Care Partner: What AI Really Changes in…
Startup Atria Health’s Goal Is to Help Cardiology Practices Remain Independent
Matthew Eakins, M.D., CEO and co-founder of Atria Health, describes the company’s origins and the market opportunity
Why Retail Health Giants Are Failing in Primary Care
Retailers may have fallen short in their foray into healthcare, but there are lessons we can take away about where and how primary care innovation has succeeded, how to replicate and scale across the US, and how to engage with members and drive them to the right type of care before they become more sick and…
Regulations Needed to Improve Clinical Adoption Of CBD as Medicine
There must be clear rules and regulations in effect if we are to see medical-grade CBD become widely accepted amongst clinicians. The post Regulations Needed to Improve Clinical Adoption Of CBD as Medicine appeared first on MedCity News.
Healthcare Organizations Slam CDC for Changing Website with Misleading Vaccine Claims
The CDC drew widespread criticism for updating its website with language suggesting a possible link between vaccines and autism, contradicting established science. The post Healthcare Organizations Slam CDC for Changing Website with Misleading Vaccine Claims appeared first on MedCity News.
Berry Street Introduces GLP-1 Nutrition Program
Berry Street’s new GLP-1 nutrition program supports patients who are starting GLP-1s, currently taking them or transitioning off of them. Patients receive care from registered dietitians and certified nutrition specialists. The post Berry Street Introduces GLP-1 Nutrition Program appeared first on MedCity News.