The Case for Patient Transportation Coverage for Health Plans

While health plans may consider the additional costs, long-term savings from reduced complications and hospital admissions can offset these expenses. Not only that, but transportation benefits can reduce health disparities and improve patient and caregiver lives. The post The Case for Patient Transportation Coverage for Health Plans appeared first on MedCity News.

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The Digital Renaissance in Health Plan Ops: What Technologies Should Insurers Deploy?

With rising expectations from every stakeholder in the insurance ecosystem, the ability to quickly process data, automate key processes, and rapidly build and iterate on digitally supported health plans will be essential. To stay afloat, health plan providers need experienced partners who can implement strategic technology with powerful outcomes, as the landscape evolves. The post…

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Fighting Staff Shortages With Scholarships, California Bill Aims To Boost Mental Health Courts

A seemingly innocuous proposal to offer scholarships for mental health workers in California’s new court-ordered treatment program has sparked debate over whether the state should prioritize that program or tackle a wider labor shortage in behavioral health services. Nine counties have begun rolling out the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment Act, which Gov. Gavin Newsom…

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