Should New Entrants Bother With Selling Point Solutions To Employers?
Employers are struggling with point solution fatigue, but does that mean new startups shouldn't be selling to them anymore? Experts have mixed opinions.
200 Stakeholders Push DEA for Updated Proposed Rule on Virtual Prescribing of Controlled Substances
In a letter, several stakeholders urged the Drug Enforcement Administration to release a revised proposed rule on the virtual prescribing of controlled substances. This comes as Covid-19 flexibilities that allow controlled substances to be prescribed via telehealth without an in-person exam are set to expire at the end of the year.
With the Rise of AI, What IP Disputes in Healthcare Are Likely to Emerge?
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
Insurer Advocacy Orgs Slam Final MA, Part D Rate Announcement
America’s Health Insurance Plans, the Better Medicare Alliance and the Association for Community Affiliated Plans all came out against CMS’ final 2025 Medicare Advantage and Part D rate announcement.
Health Execs Applaud Biden’s Final Rule on ‘Junk’ Health Insurance
The American Medical Association, the Association for Community Affiliated Plans and several other organizations came out in support of the Biden administration's new rule on short-term health plans. The rule limits the plans to shorter time periods and requires them to be clearer about what they do and do not cover.
4 Funding Announcements Made By Payer/Employer Health Tech Startups in March
Here is a list of some of the biggest funding rounds in the payer/employer space that were announced this month.
EY: 65% of Healthcare Organizations Have Seen a Positive Return on Health Equity Efforts
A new report from Ernst & Young revealed that healthcare organizations are seeing financial benefits and improved outcomes from their health equity strategies.
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A Personalized Approach to Medication Nonadherence
At the Abarca Forward conference earlier this year, George Van Antwerp, managing director at Deloitte, discussed how social determinants of health and a personalized member experience can improve medication adherence and health outcomes.
1 Year Later: How Has the Unwinding of Medicaid Continuous Enrollment Gone?
One year after the Medicaid continuous enrollment provision ended, 19.2 million people have been disenrolled from Medicaid, according to KFF. This is higher than many expected, and experts have mixed reviews on how they think this process has gone.
FOLX Health, Crisis Text Line Partner To Support LGBTQIA+ Community
Through a new partnership, FOLX members can gain access to crisis counselors through Crisis Text Line in addition to their support from the FOLX Health care team.
Health Exec: Food-as-Medicine Will Change How Healthcare Is Delivered With or Without GLP-1s
During a panel discussion on GLP-1s at the Abarca Forward conference, one health executive stressed the importance of a food-as-medicine approach.
MedCity FemFwd: Inside the EveryBODY Covered Campaign Aiming To Improve Obesity Care Coverage
In this episode, we’re joined by Millicent Gorham, CEO of the Alliance for Women’s Health and Prevention (AWHP). AWHP recently launched the EveryBODY Covered campaign, which is advocating for comprehensive coverage of obesity care. Gorham discusses the current state of obesity treatment for women and her goals for the campaign.
Maximize Revenue and Patient Care with Strategic Weight Loss Management
We will highlight Build My Health's revenue practice management tools, which could help physician practices add up to $250,000 to their practices.
Menopause Brain Fog or Dementia? Midi Health, Neurotrack Team Up To Offer Screening
Many women going through menopause suffer brain fog, but some may be worried about a more serious cognitive condition like dementia. Because of this, Midi Health and Neurotrack partnered to offer a cognitive assessment to patients.
Report: Digital Diabetes Management Tools Fall Short
A new report from the Peterson Health Technology Institute analyzed eight digital diabetes management tools. It found that the tools don't provide meaningful clinical benefits and increase healthcare spending.
Humana, DUOS Team Up To Support Veteran Seniors
Humana and DUOS have partnered to launch a new program that supports Humana's Louisiana veteran seniors with a chronic condition. These veterans will be connected to DUOS, which can address their health-related social needs.
Capital Rx, Prime Therapeutics Form Strategic Alliance
Through a new strategic alliance, Prime Therapeutics will be the only PBM — aside from Capital Rx — to use Capital Rx’s JUDI platform.
What Are the Challenges Facing the Pharmacy Industry Right Now?
The regulatory environment and workforce shortages are plaguing the pharmacy industry, one Walgreens exec shared at the Abarca Forward conference on Tuesday.