HIMSS to 'buddy up' with UK National Health Service
As NHS seeks to modernize, HIMSS will help leading hospitals partner with international counterparts such as Mayo and Cleveland Clinic. Powered by WPeMatico
New data show major improvements in health care access, affordability, and quality under the Affordable Care Act
American families saving $3,600 from slower growth in employer premiums since 2010 New studies released this week show Americans are experiencing slower growth in health care premiums, increased access to coverage, and higher quality of care under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). More Affordable: The average premium for families with employer-sponsored health plans grew just ...
Solving Practical Problems with Healthcare Analytics
Apixio’s next-generation analytics help health systems improve chart audits, build “the true state of the patient,” and enhance patient care, risk management, and the bottom line. Powered by WPeMatico
Granite Health builds on its population health strategy via partnership with Exeter Health
Granite Health and Exeter Health Resources are partnering with the aims of achieving meaningful operational efficiencies and boosting a robust population health management program already in place. Powered by WPeMatico
CMS: Hospital readmission rates fell by 8 percent in 49 states, DC
Between 2010 and 2015, Medicare beneficiaries across all states avoided almost 104,000 readmissions, according to CMS data released Tuesday. Powered by WPeMatico
OpenNotes announces advisory board to guide growth in patient engagement efforts
OpenNotes has enlisted 10 experts from across the healthcare industry to serve as founding members of the OpenNotes Advisory Board. Powered by WPeMatico
Big Cloud Analytics scores $4.5 billion for predictive analytics, population health, Internet of Things tech
The startup’s COVALENCE Analytics Platform is designed to simplify healthcare and help enterprises better manage population health. Powered by WPeMatico
Advocate advances population health with telemedicine in the ICU
An innovative tele-ICU helps Advocate Health Care physicians and nurses deliver evidence-based medicine while simultaneously lowering healthcare costs. Powered by WPeMatico
NYP-Weill Cornell telehealth program slashes ER times for patients with minor complaints
The initiative has been so successful that plans are underway to expand it into more hospitals. Powered by WPeMatico
Secrets to engagement: Start with the patient and work backward
Experts recommended first identifying barriers, then plugging technology where it fits best. And don’t forget about clinicians when embarking on patient engagement initiatives. Powered by WPeMatico