The close of the Annual Election Period (AEP) on December 8th marks the beginning of onboarding for new members ahead of their January 1st start date. While this phase often feels routine, effective onboarding is a foundational opportunity for health plans to optimize quality scores and cost management. This early engagement lays the groundwork for [...]
In recent decades, the healthcare sector has undergone a crucial ideological shift toward personalized, specialized care, embracing an urgency for diverse, value-driven patient needs beyond standard medical protocols. This evolution aims to enhance patient outcomes by recognizing and treating individuals as unique entities with specific health challenges. Entities like Toney Healthcare, a company that has [...]
Curatus, a progressive healthcare provider data management company, has made significant strides in addressing the pervasive issues of incomplete, inaccurate, and rapidly outdated provider data within the healthcare industry. By leveraging deep technical expertise, Curatus has streamlined the handling and enrichment of large provider datasets, developing effective solutions for Medicare, Medicaid, Exchange, and commercial health [...]
As telehealth continues to become a staple of modern healthcare post-COVID, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) management has dramatically changed amidst this growing shift. Spanning into the foreseeable future, this evolution is a testament to the convergence of technology and healthcare, heralding a new era of patient-centered care and streamlined clinical efficiency. The modern iteration of [...]
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) plays a major role in defining the healthcare landscape in the United States. As the agency responsible for administering the nation's major healthcare programs, CMS sets the standards and regulations that ensure quality and efficiency in healthcare delivery. One area in which CMS regulation is particularly crucial [...]
Nanotechnology has emerged as a promising avenue in the realm of medical science, offering tailored solutions for complex health conditions like chronic kidney disease (CKD). CKD, a progressive condition characterized by the gradual loss of kidney function, presents significant challenges for treatment due to its multifaceted nature. Conventional therapies often fall short in delivering drugs [...]
With Q1 2024 already nearly complete, the brokerage market remains focused on its projected growth to $628.3 billion by 2032. For now, however, brokers and their commissions have grappled with evolving trends and regulatory shifts. This fact is especially true of healthcare, where proposed regulations aim to address concerns regarding the influence of broker incentives [...]
Renal replacement therapy, a life-sustaining treatment for individuals with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), traditionally revolves around hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. However, the limitations and burdens associated with these methods have prompted the exploration of cutting-edge approaches and experimental therapies. As the pursuit of innovation in nephrology intensifies, promising alternative treatments and care methods hold the [...]
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