PCMHs thrive with use of pop health technology
By using a patient-centered, physician-led model of care, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Michigan lowers recidivism and healthcare costs.
View ArticlePop health dashboard gives U.S. cities access to key data
An initiative that aims to expand the use of population health strategies has received funding to be used in 500 U.S. cities.
View ArticleNumber of women with metastatic breast cancer rising, as is survival rate
Study highlights the need for services and research for this understudied population.
View ArticleRegular use of low-dose aspirin may lower breast cancer risk
The medication’s ability to reduce inflammation sited as one possible explanation.
View ArticleHow to approach value in oncology
An eye-opening study by Precision for Value assesses cancer value frameworks.
View ArticleOpinion: Medicare-for-all: Imminent or pipe dream?
: As the nation debates the future of our healthcare system, one idea gaining attention is a “Medicare-for-all” single-payer national health insurance plan.
View ArticleNon-adherence has big impact on Medicaid beneficiaries with HIV
New data presented at the International AIDS Society Conference examines the medical and financial burden of missing pills.
View ArticleReport 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.
View ArticleFour 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.
View ArticleNew 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.
View ArticleFour growing diabetes trends
A new University of California, San Diego-led study has interesting findings about diabetes costs, patient care models and medication therapy.
View ArticleShould insurers be urged to publish their data?
Here’s what industry experts think after Cigna’s business model shift.
View ArticleGenetic 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.
View ArticleHow 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.
View ArticleThree things you may not know about arthritis
A study from Humana and the CDC sheds eye-opening results about arthritis and health-related quality of life.
View ArticleFive things to know about the role of GPOs in the healthcare supply chain
Here are 5 things to know about GPOs, their business model and role in the supply chain, and their impact on healthcare costs and competition
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