Better coordination of care could save $1.5 billion annually

Improving the coordination of care for elderly patients with chronic diseases reduces costs, use of health services and complications, according to a new RAND Corporation study published online in JAMA Internal Medicine. » More

Health Plan Operations: Achieving Care Delivery Excellence

From Managed Healthcare Executive, this webinar covers how to demonstrate growing margins in fee-for-value contracts, improve care for populations under risk-bearing contracts, & more.
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Medical homes reduce diabetes costs

Diabetic patients treated by physicians in practices that were designated medical homes had reduced overall medical costs by 21% in the first year compared to diabetic patients treated by physicians in practices that were not medical homes, according to a study by Independence Blue Cross (Independence). » More

You Can’t Fix What You Don't See

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Plans foster greater price transparency for consumers with online tool

The Health Care Cost Institute (HCCI) will work with Aetna, Humana and UnitedHealthcare, to develop and provide consumers free access to an online tool that will offer consumers comprehensive information about the price and quality of healthcare services. » More

New Oral Anti-Coagulants

Find the latest articles and CME on emerging oral anticoagulant therapies to assist you in meeting the healthcare challenges associated with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation. View video, read new articles, take CME and explore useful tools for your practice.
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