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InnovationRx: Aetna Withdraws From The ACA Exchanges

Forbes Healthcare

In this weeks edition of InnovationRx, we look at Aetnas withdrawal from the ACA exchanges, the potential for digital health consolidation, high error rates from new AI models, a radioisotope deal and more.

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Vinay at FDA; what's next for Sensible Medicine; ask us anything answers

Sensible Medicine

John and Adam discuss our hopes for Vinay’s tenure at the FDA and how we intend to keep Sensible Medicine a vibrant place on Substack, a place where we will continue to showcase a range of ideas and opinions about all things bio-medicine. We also answer some of the questions from our recent “ask us anything” post.

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Gates Foundation Opening Singapore Office To Deepen Southeast Asia Partnerships

Forbes Healthcare

Supported by Singapores Economic Development Board, the establishment of the office in the city state will help accelerate the progress towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals, the foundation said in a statement.

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A public health grant provides a lifeline for pregnant and postpartum women in Colorado. Federal cuts threaten its stability.

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The abrupt end of $11 billion in public health grants nationally disrupted a program in Colorado that provides residents critical access to behavioral health and substance abuse support.

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Value-based payment, oncology and primary care — how can it all work together?

Medical Economics

Former Medicare innovation chief forecasts the future of payment for focusing on the patient.

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How social media and telemedicine are transforming patient care

KevinMD.com

In today’s digital world, health care is no longer confined to hospital walls. Social media platforms are influencing health behaviors, while telemedicine technologies are redefining patient-doctor interactions. But are these innovations improving health care, and what are the risks, if any? This article explores how digital platforms, namely social media and telemedicine technologies, are reshaping Read more How social media and telemedicine are transforming patient care originally appear

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A year after Steward declared bankruptcy, hospitals and communities still feel fallout: report

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

Two Steward hospitals have paused services while five more have permanently closed. The closures brought layoffs and disruptions to patient care, according to the Private Equity Stakeholder Project.

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Non-physician clinicians make up 40% of U.S. health care workforce, report finds

Medical Economics

Advanced practice providers are showing up in large numbers in primary care and will soon make up half the workforce in that segment

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ICU Nurse Angel Toney on Teamwork, Purpose, and Why ‘Together’ Is Her Real Superpower

Minority Nurse

When it comes to the power of nurses, Angel Toney, BSN, RN, is the real deala critical care force fueled by compassion, community, and the drive to pay it forward. As an ICU nurse at Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center , Toneys superpower isnt just handling high-stakes moments but weaving humanity into every heartbeat of her day. Her journey into nursing was born from personal heartache.

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Why It’s Difficult For People With Chronic Pain To Gain Their Doctor’s Trust

Forbes Healthcare

Previous patients, faking pain, undermine trust in patients who report real pain

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Conflicts of interest are eroding trust in U.S. health agencies

KevinMD.com

Why has faith in government health agencies never been lower? Because conflicts of interest (COIs) have never been higher. At the FDA, concerns about drugmakers “buying” drug approvals go back to passage of the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) in 1992. Since then, the many doctors with research and speaker grants, drug stocks, and Read more Conflicts of interest are eroding trust in U.S. health agencies originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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UnitedHealth, Amedisys reach new deal to sell home health and hospice locations if merger approved

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The sales are contingent on the closure of UnitedHealth’s acquisition of Amedisys, which has been held up after the Department of Justice sued to block the deal last year.

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Securing your future: Essential financial considerations for early career physicians

Medical Economics

New physicians need to learn essential financial habits to manage student debt, budget wisely, and start retirement savings early for a secure future.

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Showing Gratitude During Nurses Week

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Nurses Appreciation Week is an important reminder to show gratitude to nursing staff for all they do. As leaders, we have two powerful leadership tools: gratitude and appreciation. What is so interesting about gratitude is that while you make others feel good, Harvardresearch has found that thanking […] The post Showing Gratitude During Nurses Week appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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Medicaid Cost Savings Could Include Lower Drug Prices Via Most Favored Nation Model

Forbes Healthcare

Senator Hawley may view international price referencing for prescription drugs in Medicaid as a way to spare deep cuts in benefits while saving money for the government.

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Glen Tullman, Transcarent

The Healthcare Blog

A couple of weeks back Transcarent completed its $630m acquisition of Accolade. But CEO Glen Tullman calls it a merger for a reason because Accolade brings people, products and clients that Transcarent didn’t have. Glen got in deep about Transcarent’s new product set in terms of its AI fueled navigation, primary care, weight management, cancer care and partnerships.

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How to build financial resilience in healthcare

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

How leaders can navigate the ever-shifting landscape of healthcare to set their organizations up for success.

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7 proven strategies for healthier revenue cycle management

Medical Economics

From tightening front-end processes to leveraging the right tech, these practical tips help small practices boost collections and reduce administrative headaches.

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Lead through crisis with confidence: A health care leader’s playbook for resilience and reputation

Physicians Practice

Proactive crisis readiness equips health care leaders to navigate todays permacrisis era, protecting brand reputation, sustaining patientcare continuity, and preserving stakeholder trust when disruptive events strike.

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Hype Or Hope? Latest Research On GLP-1 Receptor Agonists And Addiction

Forbes Healthcare

Glucagon-like peptide (GLP-1) receptor agonists like semaglutide and liraglutide are already game-changers for obesity and type 2 diabetes. Could addiction be next?

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Duties and Responsibilities for Entry-Level Medical Assistants

Prism Career Institute

Medical assistants care for patients and help manage administrative tasks within hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare venues. Enrolling in a medical assistant program allows aspiring professionals to receive the training and experience they need for this position. Supervisors within all healthcare settings count on medical assistants to fulfill essential tasks.

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Mind the gap: How lab partners can help Part C plans adapt to Medicare Star Rating changes

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

A 1-star boost in Medicare ratings can add up to $16.2M in revenue and 8–12% enrollment growth.

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Are physicians responsible for AI errors?

Medical Economics

Study warns that artificial intelligence could increase legal risk and burnout if health systems fail to support doctors.

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Nearshore Software Development in Mexico: 2025 Cost and Talent Guide

Arkenea

If you’re considering expanding your development capabilities beyond your in-house team, you’ve likely encountered the term “ nearshore software development in Mexico ” during your research. The proximity to the US market, cultural alignment, and favorable time zones make Mexico an attractive destination for many US companies looking to augment their software development capabilities.

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What The Pitt Gets Right About ER Chaos — And How To Get Safer Care

Forbes Healthcare

Is there a way to "hack" the ER and improve your chances of getting better, faster care if you or a loved one ends up there? Surprisingly, the answer is yes. Heres how.

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Primary care news round-up (1st to 8th May 2025)

Practice Index

Welcome for practice expansion cash The Government is to spend more than 100 million on expanding practice premises in England over the next year. More than 1,000 practices should benefit from the cash, receiving average sums for expansion of about 100,000. The Government insists the money should be spent by the end of next year. It says the premises expansion should enable more than 8 million extra appointments annually.

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Health insurers see signs of life in Q1

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

Payer profits fell in 2024 as Americans, especially older ones, utilized more medical care. But efforts to resuscitate margins appear to be working for most — at least for now, according to first quarter results.

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AI can dramatically improve our approach to primary care and chronic disease management

Medical Economics

AI-driven analytics revolutionizes primary care, enhancing chronic disease management and preventive strategies while alleviating physician burdens for better patient outcomes.

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What is an Externship?

MedQuest College

If youre preparing for a career in healthcare or another hands-on field, you may have come across the term externship. But what is an externship, and why does it matter? Simply put, an externship is a short-term, real-world training experience that allows students to apply classroom knowledge in a professional setting. Unlike internships, which may last several months or involve ongoing responsibilities, externships are typically shorter and focused on observation and skill-building.

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FDA’s Conditional Approval Plan Would Unleash Biotech Innovation

Forbes Healthcare

In a move that could dramatically reshape the landscape for rare disease treatments, FDA Commissioner Marty Makary announced plans for conditional approval pathways

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6 signs your practice needs to hire more staff

Physicians Practice

Discover six datadriven red flags that alert medical practice administrators its time to hire more staff to protect patient satisfaction, revenue, and team wellbeing.