Three crucial skills for healthcare leaders in turbulent times
Clinical experience and business acumen are important factors in a successful healthcare leader, but the ability to accept change and help an organization adapt are perhaps the most critical.
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Here's why microhospitals are poised for growth
This new hospital model offers an opportunity to attract new patients in an efficient, cost-effective setting.
CMS quality payment program year 2 proposal: 8 things to know
CMS’ Quality Payment Program launched in 2016 as part of MACRA. Here’s what’s in store for Year 2.
Top solutions to lower drug prices
PBMs partnering with pharmacies and drug makers may have a solution to nonadherence due to high pharma costs.
First gene therapy for cancer approved: What health execs should know
The first therapy based on gene transfer has been approved by the FDA. What’s next for healthcare executives?
Six ways to transform the patient experience
Hospitals innovatively improve the patient experience as the industry shifts to value-based care.
How does breastfeeding influence breast cancer risk?
There are several possible reasons that breastfeeding may influence breast cancer risk, according to the American Institute of Cancer Research. Find out what they are.
Genetic testing may benefit this population
New research shows that these certain patients with breast cancer can benefit from genetic testing for all breast cancer genes.
Oral specialty drug options on the horizon
As more specialty drugs are approved, cost control strategies are key.
Four traits bold leaders possess
In an intense healthcare era, there’s no “one-size-fits-all" approach to managing, but here are four things a fearless leader must do.
Bundled payments on ‘pause,’ but not for long
Political uncertainty plagues new payment arrangement, but private payers embrace new model.
Two ways health execs can help employers manage health benefit programs
Two Willis Towers Watson surveys have interesting findings about employee healthcare benefits.
Trump declares Opioid ‘National Emergency’: 3 healthcare impacts
Experts share how the declaration could affect how the opioid epidemic is managed.
Blockbuster diabetes drug earns heart indication
A top-selling diabetes drug has gained a cardiovascular indication from FDA.
Will new biosimilars hurt blockbuster autoimmune drug?
New biosimilars may harm the sales of this autoimmune blockbuster.
Should insurers be urged to publish their data?
Here’s what industry experts think after Cigna’s business model shift.
Four growing diabetes trends
A new University of California, San Diego-led review has interesting findings about diabetes costs, patient care models and medication therapy.
When given the chance, will patients choose cheaper prescription drugs?
A new UC Berkeley study has surprising findings about reference pricing and patient drug selection.
New Cigna program aims to ‘unlock’ the value of healthcare data
Cigna publication project takes a page out of the big pharma and medical technology playbook.
New challenges, opportunities in autoimmune disease treatment
Allegheny Health Network’s Susan Manzi, MD, MPH, discusses the healthcare needs of patients with lupus and other autoimmune disorders.
Five ways to reduce healthcare administrative costs
Administrative costs are a huge burden in healthcare, but there are several process changes that can result in huge savings.
Cognitive computing shakes up healthcare: What execs need to know
The concepts that power cognitive computing and AI have grown to include substantial healthcare advancements.
Health plans explain genetic testing coverage decisions
Today there are nearly 67,000 genetic tests. With so many tests available, it can be difficult for MCOs to determine what to cover.
FDA okays targeted leukemia treatment
FDA approved a targeted new drug to treat adults with relapsed or refractory B-cell precursor acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
FDA eyes opioids in kids' medicines
An FDA committee will review prescription opioid products containing hydrocodone or codeine to treat coughs in children.
Seven things to know about Express Scripts’ plan to limit opioids
As President Trump declares the opioid epidemic “a national emergency,” a new opioid management program from Express Scripts will limit the number and strength of opioid drugs to first-time patients.
Opinion: 4 reasons to revitalize the Children’s Health Insurance Program
As legislative discussions begin regarding the reauthorization of CHIP, it is imperative to keep in mind how proposed cuts could be detrimental to the health and future of our nation’s children.
Four innovative ways employers can deliver healthcare
A National Business Group on Health survey finds that with costs continuing to rise, employers are shifting control efforts to how healthcare is delivered and paid for.
Report sheds light on regional diabetes prevalence, cost
A new report by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association has eye-opening findings about diabetes prevalence, severity and cost.
Four reasons payers need to embrace the digital economy
Consumer and provider expectations have changed as a result of the digital economy. Here are four reasons why payers need to start migrating their businesses in that direction.