Population Health
Health centers support medically underserved communities in 50 states and U.S. territories.
Clinical outcomes for undocumented immigrants receiving emergent dialysis show higher death rate, greater length of stay and poorer quality of life.
HIMSS21
Virtual rehab, AI and machine learning can enhance quality of life, says United Spinal Association's Paul Amadeus Lane.
The goal is to connect those experiencing a mental health crisis to a behavioral health specialist, rather than law enforcement.
A second dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine provides 94% protection against moderate to severe infection in the U.S.
Reconciliation bill's addition of vision, hearing and dental to original Medicare should not come at the cost of MA plans, BMA says.
HIMSS21
The pandemic has led to valuable discussions that have helped healthcare leaders worldwide, says Pascal Lardier, VP of events and media content for HIMSS International.
COVID-19 cases among children are becoming more common, heightening the need for vaccines, CEO says.
Vote does not go far enough in addressing boosters for healthcare workers, some committee members say.
CMS is also expanding services provided by Federally-facilitated Marketplace Navigators, who help consumers understand benefits.