Jeff Lagasse
For a typical 50-year-old, buying into Medicare would cost about $2,500 less than buying a gold-level plan on the insurance exchanges.
The sophisticated techniques used in cognitive computing are the next frontier for AI in healthcare, and the results could be transformative.
The number of consumers selecting such plans represent an increase from the 76% who did so last year.
Improvements in vision from innovative treatments generated $5.1 to $8.2 billion in patient benefits.
Annual spending by U.S. public programs and beneficiaries nearly doubled from $5.3 billion to $10.3 billion from 2012 to 2016.
No reason was given for the decision, which negates plans that would have resulted in a system ranking among the biggest U.S. nonprofits.
The findings refute assertions that a reduction in drug spending would endanger access to life-saving drugs.
Some hospitals are prioritizing sicker patients first, while others are playing it safe, giving organs to less critical patients.
Lower supply spending doesn't have to translate to lower-quality care, an important consideration as providers look to tighten up their supply chains.
Employee engagement is a vital part in determining the success of a company's wellness program, and there are four trends to look for next year.