[ad_1] Cigna has tapped health information-technology veteran Dr. David Brailer as its first chief health officer. Brailer, who also will serve as an executive vice president at Bloomfield, Connecticut-based […]
CMS extends nursing home TNA training deadline
[ad_1] Nursing homes may get more time to certify temporary nurse aides hired under relaxed training rules during the COVID-19 pandemic. In revised guidance issued Monday, Centers for […]
No Surprises Act arbitrations leading to confusion
[ad_1] The surprise billing arbitration process has gotten off to a rocky start. Insurers are accusing providers of submitting every possible claim, even when they know some cases […]
5 Things to Consider While Calculating Damages After a Paralysis Injury
Living with a paralysis injury can be expensive. The costs can quickly add up between doctor’s visits, medication, physical therapy, and adaptive equipment. Calculating your expenses accurately is […]
States to boost access for low-income cancer patients
[ad_1] States legislatures are working to address access issues for patients with rare cancer diagnoses who are subject to narrow provider networks under Medicaid and health insurance exchange plans. […]
Court narrows hold on COVID vaccine mandate for contractors
[ad_1] More than 1 million construction workers across the U.S. won’t have to comply with a federal COVID-19 vaccination requirement, but an appeals court cleared the way for […]
The CFO role is changing at health systems. Here’s how.
[ad_1] The role of chief financial officer at healthcare systems is evolving, as these executives become increasingly involved in operations and help redefine strategies for a post-pandemic era. […]
California investigates Kaiser over care delays amid strike
[ad_1] California regulators placed Kaiser Permanente under investigation last week over reports the Oakland-based integrated health system is failing to accommodate mental health patients during an ongoing strike. […]
General Catalyst, WellSpan Health partnering on digital health
[ad_1] General Catalyst on Monday said it’s collaborating with WellSpan Health, marking the venture capital firm’s fourth digital innovation partnership with a health system. General Catalyst and York, […]
U.S. data reveals racial gaps in monkeypox vaccinations
[ad_1] The Biden administration said Friday there’s enough monkeypox vaccine available now but health officials say the shots aren’t getting to some of the people who need the […]