Risk Management
Health centers and emergency departments are experimenting with a variety of programs that aim to divert patients with dental complaints into specialty clinics.
HHS says at least 2 million people become infected with antibiotic-resistant bacteria, with 23,000 dying as a result.
An estimated 10,000 Americans are turning 65 years old each day, and many are choosing Medicare Advantage over traditional Medicare.
While the plan is heralded by many as the flexibility providers and advocates have been pleading for, a lot still remains unknown.
With the reporting and tech burdens high even by large provider standards, solo and small group practices are preparing for a rough entry.
President says signing up younger and healthier enrollees improves the risk pool.
Flooding in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, leads agency to propose a rule to establish a more coordinated response to natural and man-made disasters.
Running its own health plan has allowed Marshfield Clinic to design a value-based reimbursement model that rewards physicians for quality, clean coding and cost maintenance.
While value-based care is making the move more attractive, getting an insurance product off the ground isn't the easiest.
Health system-owned plans now represent 52 percent of health insurance products, AIS said.