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| AHIP Comments on Final Individual Market Rule from CMS |
“This final rule adopts some important changes that have been needed for some time in order to improve the functioning of the individual market, and we appreciate those changes. Those improvements include tightening up rules for special enrollment periods, greater flexibility in product and benefit design, and simplified administrative processes," said Ms. Marilyn Tavenner , President and CEO of AHIP
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| AHIP Blog: 6 Reasons You Need to Attend AHIP’s Institute & Expo |
Each year, thousands attend AHIP’s Institute & Expo, the essential event for the health care industry. Professionals from across cross the health system gather to learn and reimagine what’s coming next to health care. Join us June 7-9 in Austin and you’ll leave with answers, ideas, and inspiration to continue to make health care better.
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| Neighborhood Health Plan Pledges World-Class Customer Service: Offering New Business Members up to $50,000 in Performance Guarantees |
“No one else is willing to put their performance on the line like this. These money-back guarantees are cutting edge, and grounded in the world-class customer service NHP is already delivering. By putting our money where our mouth is, we are telling the market that we lead the industry in customer experience – and we are willing to put skin in the game to prove it," said Mr. Vincent Capozzi , Senior Vice President of Sales, Mass General Brigham Health Plan
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| Humana and Happify Health Team Up to Provide Digital Behavioral Health Services to People with Chronic Conditions |
“Multiple studies found that treating heart condition patients with behavioral health solutions can improve the member’s ability to adhere to their treatment plan, improve quality of life, and support health recovery. To date, the challenge has been finding a scalable, engaging solution to provide services. Twill ’s software allows us to provide a wide range of our patients with unique, effective preventative care that was previously unavailable," said Dr. Larry Weinstein MD, ABHM, FAMA , Chief Medical Officer, Humana
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| L.A. Care Commits Unprecedented $20 Million to Tackle Homelessness Crisis |
“The homelessness crisis that surrounds us is arguably one of the most pressing social issues we face today in Los Angeles County. Further, this issue is directly connected to the health and well-being of those who experience homelessness – many of whom are our members. For that reason, we are pleased to make this funding commitment to our trusted partners who, in turn, help us meet our mission to provide accessible health care to the most vulnerable," said Mr. John Baackes , Chief Executive Officer of L.A. Care
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| SSM Health: Healthcare Decisions Day 2017 |
Sunday, April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day – a day set aside to educate the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning. SSM Health will observe the day Tuesday, April 18, when you will have the opportunity to stop by one of seven locations to complete a healthcare power of attorney (HCPOA) form.
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| Optima Health Hiring 350 New Team Members in Virginia |
“We’re really looking to fill these positions with the professionals who have a passion working with our elderly or disabled citizens. We know it’s our people that set us apart and make it possible to achieve successful outcomes for our members," said Ms. Carla Olson , Director of Human Resources, Sentara Health Plans
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| Cain A. Hayes Named to Executive Leadership Team at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota |
" Mr. Cain A. Hayes MBA, CEBS, ChFC is well-known and well-regarded within the health insurance industry as a leader of high-performing teams that deliver innovative and customer-focused solutions. I am confident that his proven approach to assessing, developing and executing strategies will play a significant role in realizing our vision of becoming a national leader in consumer health," said Mr. Michael J. Guyette , president and CEO, Blue Cross
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| UCare Board appoints Mark Traynor as Interim President and CEO |
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| Maureen O’Connor Joins NextHealth Technologies’ Board of Advisors |
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| eQHealth Solutions Names New State Director, Illinois, Government Operations |
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| Health2 Resources takes home the Gold from 2017 Hermes Creative Awards |
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| Study Examining the Process of Prior Authorization for Diagnostic Catheterization Presented at the AHA QCOR Meeting |
The study’s lead author, Dr. Adam C. Powell PhD , and his team sought to examine how the rule-based and consult-based components of a specialty benefits management program determined the appropriateness of diagnostic catheterization orders placed for patients in the Medicare Advantage health plans of one national insurer in 2015. Dr. Powell and his team used 2015 administrative prior authorization data from individuals who had health care coverage from Humana aligned with the cardiology specialty benefits management program offered by HealthHelp , a WNS company.
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