Jeff Lagasse
The pilot incorporates an alternative payment model with an eye toward aligning provider payment to quality and cost efficiency.
The partnership is intended to ensure needs are being met and that community services are being accessed.
Of those 20 health equity committees, only eight included minority group representatives.
Seshamani served as vice president of clinical care transformation at MedStar Health, designing population health and value-based care initiatives.
If vaccinations remain below the threshold needed to achieve herd immunity, hospitals may be dealing with COVID-19 patients indefinitely.
Hospitals lost 5,500 jobs during the month after gaining 2,900 in May, though there were some gains in other healthcare subsectors.
CMS' proposal would also create a new special enrollment period opportunity for low-income consumers.
These changes may reflect a decrease in healthcare utilization and the increased flexibilities brought by COVID-19-driven regulations.
The final rule is an implementation of the No Surprises Act, which was passed by Congress last year.
MMM represents the largest MA plan in Puerto Rico, and it will allow Anthem to expand its market presence on the island.