Susan Monarez has left her role as CDC director after less than a month — the shortest tenure in the agency’s history — following reported clashes with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over vaccine policy. This news comes amid a period of turmoil at the CDC, including a recent deadly shooting at its headquarters….
If hospitals are going to stay ahead, revenue cycle leaders must shift from reaction to strategy. Here are some key areas of focus. The post When AI Becomes a Payer Advantage, Hospitals Cannot Afford to Stay Reactive appeared first on MedCity News.
[Sponsored] Mayo Clinic physicians developed a clinical decision support tool to standardize care and improve care quality across Mayo Clinic. AskMayoExpert is the evolution of that work. The post The Evolution of a Clinical Decision Support Network appeared first on MedCity News.
While enrollment in consumer direction programs has grown, more must be done to educate, amplify, and spread awareness to ensure that all eligible individuals learn about the benefits of this alternative to traditionally delivered agency and institutional care. The post Consumer Empowerment Closes Medicaid Member Care Gaps appeared first on MedCity News.
The opioid settlement funds provide a crucial opportunity to get increased state or municipal funding behind mail-based naloxone delivery. Through partnering with existing organizations that already have robust infrastructure in place and substantial experience in mail-based naloxone municipalities can scale efforts efficiently. The post Expanding Support for Mail-Based Naloxone Delivery appeared first on MedCity News.
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,
The denial challenge is getting tougher. In Experian Health’s latest State of Claims 2024 survey, almost three-quarters of healthcare administrators agree that claim denials are increasing. The majority also agree that difficulties with claims—like reimbursement times, errors, and payer policy changes—are becoming more common. It’s no surprise that denial prevention is a priority for 84% of respondents….
In 2024, ACA enrollment (including Marketplace, Medicaid expansion, and BHP) reached 44 million, or 16.4% of the nonelderly U.S. population. From 2020-2024, enrollment in ACA coverage increased by over 60%.
Carrot Fertility’s new menopause and midlife health clinic, called Telemedicine for Menopause, will become available to U.S. members with a Carrot Plan starting in March. Members will be able to schedule a telehealth appointment with a menopause specialist and receive prescriptions for hormone therapy and other menopause-related medications if needed. The post Carrot Fertility Unveils…
The Health Resources and Services Administration is making a $52 million investment in 54 health centers to support the health needs of those leaving incarceration. The post HRSA Commits $52M to Health Centers Supporting People Leaving Incarceration appeared first on MedCity News.