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Recent research findings, data and survey results from leading health care organizations
April 16, 2013
The Accountable Care Paradigm: More than Just Managed Care 2.0
The Accountable Care Paradigm: More than Just Managed Care 2.0 is an in-depth look at how ACO leadership around the country understands their role in the accountable care movement. The authors offer qualitative insights from their numerous interactions with ACO leadership to show how this movement differs from the failed managed care efforts of the past and how the market is defining what it means to provide accountable care. Read more
April 16, 2013
The Role of Text Messaging in Modern Healthcare
Smartphones and tablets are becoming standard equipment for healthcare professionals, putting a wide range of tools at their fingertips, including reference documents, patient management software and communication applications. But smart devices also represent a fast-growing, high-risk aspect of health care that is not well regulated. Texting in particular is a popular practice but one which exposes electronic data to a variety of risks. This paper will examine the impact of text messaging in healthcare today and the different solutions available to ensure that ePHI remains protected. Read more
April 16, 2013
Meeting the Nation's Primary Care Needs: Current and Prospective Roles of Doctors of Chiropractic and Naturopathic Medicine, Practitioners of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and Direct-Entry Midwives
The white paper is intended to assist policy makers, regulators, third-party payers, delivery system administrators, practitioners, and other concerned parties as well as the disciplines themselves in considering the optimal use of certain non-medical doctor practitioners — doctors of chiropractic and naturopathic medicine, practitioners and doctors of acupuncture and Oriental medicine, and direct-entry midwives —as part of the nation’s primary care matrix, in the face of the growing shortage of primary care providers. Read more
April 16, 2013
Global Pricing Data and Advanced Analytics for Better Decisions and Competitor Edge
This article is the first in a three part series looking at how pricing data and analytics form an integral part of informed decision making for pharmaceutical companies. Read more
February 5, 2013
Ten critical considerations for health insurance plans evaluating participation in public exchange markets
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) will introduce new marketplaces for individual and small group health insurance, effective January 1, 2014, in the form of public exchanges. Health insurance plans need to fully prepare for and understand the impact that the public exchanges may have on their business. This paper provides 10 critical considerations based on the preliminary rule recommendations published in the last half of November. As these rules are finalized, the considerations and market dynamics may change. Read more
February 5, 2013
Should Healthcare Organizations Use Social Media?
Healthcare organizations are using social media as an important tool to connect consumers and providers. Early adopters show that social media can be used to influence customers and accomplish strategic healthcare goals. You cannot afford to take a “wait-and-see” approach or you may soon find yourself trying to catch up with competitors. Even if you do not currently have an active social media presence, your employees and customers are already using social media. Start now, start small and measure progress. Take precautions: develop a policy to govern your employees’ use of social media. Also use social media to monitor, enhance and protect your brand/reputation. Read more
February 5, 2013
Overview of Modifications to the HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Enforcement Rules
On January 17, 2013, the Department of Health and Human Services released the highly anticipated 563-page Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) final regulations that have been delayed for over three years. The final rule addresses many of the compliance issues and unanswered questions facing covered entities and business associates. This high-level summary outlines the significant changes included in the final rule. Read more
February 5, 2013
A Model for Value-Based Provider/Payer Partnerships
The time has never been better for collaboration between providers and payers. With the recent spotlight on accountable care, and with no end in sight for rising medical costs, forward-thinking provider and payer organizations are identifying partners that can help them improve care quality, drive down costs, and increase market share. This white paper will discuss the actions provider/payer partnerships could take to encourage optimal success in accountable care. Read more
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