Evernorth Invests $100M for AI Specialty Pharmacy Program
Evernorth is investing $100 million through 2028 in Pharmacy Forward, an AI-powered program aimed at improving specialty pharmacy operations and patient care.
Cigna’s Rebate-Free Model Sounds Nice, But Experts Are Still Skeptical
As lawmakers consider stricter PBM regulation, Cigna launched a “rebate-free” model to give patients upfront drug discounts, but experts question whether it will lead to meaningful change.
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New Webinar: The Payer AI Readiness Gap: Why Better Data Will Define the Next Era of Health Plan Performance
We'll explore why the next era of payer performance will depend on building a trusted data foundation that connects people, providers, and relationships across the enterprise.
Healthcare Moves: A Monthly Summary of Hires, Exits and Layoffs
March has seen a slew of executive hires, exits and layoffs across the healthcare industry. For example, providers like Providence and Geisinger have appointed new C-suite leaders, and companies like Blue Shield of California and Evernorth have undergone CEO exits. There were also layoffs at organizations including HHS, Blue Cross of Idaho and the University of Pennsylvania Health System.
Report: Traditional Drug Costs Outpace Specialty Due to GLP-1 Demand
The annual growth rate of spending for traditional drugs increased from 2.1% in 2021 to 12.8% in 2024, according to Evernorth Research Institute.
How Cedars-Sinai, Evernorth & More Are Deploying AI Responsibly
While the dawn of a new AI age is certainly exciting, healthcare leaders are still concerned that the industry lacks a comprehensive framework to regulate these new tools. In the absence of these guidelines, healthcare executives are creating their own governance strategies to deploy AI responsibly, executives said during a panel discussion on Thursday at MedCity News’ INVEST Digital Health conference in Dallas.
11 HLTH Announcements You Don’t Want to Miss
This year's HLTH conference brought a bevy of news announcements — from partnerships to new product features to acquisitions and more. In this list, MedCity News compiled short summaries for 11 of the conference's most notable announcements.
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Top 7 Modern AI-Powered EAP Providers for Global Workforces in 2026
Discover the top AI-powered EAP providers for 2026. Compare platforms like Kyan Health and Spring Health on triage speed, global reach, and clinical quality to transform workforce wellbeing.
Evernorth: 3 Actionable Insights To Help Health Plans Improve Cancer Care
Immune checkpoint inhibitors are effective cancer treatments, but are expensive. Understanding the least-costly settings for administering treatments, leveraging genomic testing and following evidence-based guidelines can help health plans optimize cancer care, according to Evernorth Research Institute.
Evernorth: More Women Experienced Post-Miscarriage Depression During Pandemic
Just 10% of women who had post-miscarriage depression during the pandemic received the “full spectrum of treatment” through therapy and antidepressants, according to a new report by Evernorth Research Institute.
Evernorth: 1 in 4 Adults Diagnosed with ADHD Don’t Get Treated
An Evernorth study found that in 2021, 25% of adults with ADHD did not receive any treatment, though this is a decrease from 38.5% in 2017. About 21.4% of adults with ADHD received both medication and behavioral therapy in 2021, up from 12.9% in 2017.
Report: 22% of People Have a Behavioral Health Condition, Account for 41% of Healthcare Spend
About 87% of those with a behavioral health condition also have one or more medical conditions, according to a new analysis from the Evernorth Research Institute.
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The Healthcare Payments Industry Has a Perception Problem
Healthcare payments are no longer about transactions. It’s about controlling the revenue cycle. And increasingly, that control is not sitting with ISOs.
Express Scripts Launches New Solutions To Advance Drug Price Transparency
Express Scripts released several new solutions last week that aim to improve drug price transparency, including a cap on out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs for consumers. The news comes amid increasing scrutiny against pharmacy benefit managers.
Evernorth Adds Brightline to Network to Advance Behavioral Health Services for Families
Brightline’s services are now available to all of Evernorth’s employer clients across all 50 states, as well as Cigna’s customers who receive health coverage through their employer or marketplace exchange plans. These services include educational content about mental health concerns, interactive exercises, one-on-one coaching and care with therapists and psychiatrists.
Evernorth: Suicide-related Behavior Is on the Rise for American Youth
Suicide-related diagnoses in children and adolescents increased 14% since before the pandemic, a new Evernorth analysis shows. Female and Asian/Pacific Islander youth are especially struggling.
Evernorth Discovers 314% Year-over-year Increase in Flu Med Prescriptions
The Evernorth report also found that there is a higher prevalence of flu medication prescriptions among children and people living the South. Employers and payers have a responsibility to encourage people to get vaccinated, said Urvashi Patel, vice president of the Evernorth Research Institute.
Evernorth Exec: Healthcare Access Will Be the Greatest Problem for Consumers and Employers
To combat this issue, Joan Harvey of Evernorth stressed the importance of an omnichannel care model that leverages both in-person and virtual care. She made these comments at the HLTH conference in Las Vegas.