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North Carolina Triumphs: Thousands Benefit from Expanded Medicaid
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More than 600,000 adults in North Carolina are now eligible for benefits through an expansion of Medicaid, something the state and 10 others resisted for over a decade. The policy change was bipartisan and follows other states that have adopted the program since it became possible under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 2014. The new…
Lehigh Valley Unaffected by Healthcare Mergers
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The merger between Lehigh Valley Health Network and Jefferson Health could result in higher costs for…
Facing the True Health Care Crisis: Overuse of ‘Crisis’ Label
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The term "health care crisis" is routinely used, but the overuse of the term may be detracting from the…
Top 6 Digital Trends Transforming Healthcare in 2024
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The healthcare sector is undergoing significant transformation, driven by technological advancements, patient-centricity, the symbiosis of technology and data, and regulatory pressures for global compliance. Notable healthcare technology trends to watch include the adoption of a cloud-first approach for value-based care, AI-powered…
Pro Tips: Optimal Short Duration for Arm Workouts by Fitness Expert
Achieve Toned Arms with Shorter, More Efficient Workouts
There's a common misconception that extensive bicep…
NY Senate Approves Affordable Prescription Drug Plan
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Democratic state senators in New York have passed a legislative package aimed at making health care and…
Expanding Healthcare Workforce: Essential Public Policies by HAP
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The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) has reported a shortage in healthcare workforce in the state and across the country. Despite Pennsylvania hospitals reducing care team turnover by 28%, challenges persist in hiring direct care professionals, with nearly 1 in 5 nursing support positions and close to 1 in 7…
Specialty Health Care Boost in Rural Areas by EASE Act
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OCHIN supports the Equal Access to Specialty Care Everywhere (EASE) Act, a bill aimed at addressing…
Unleash Fitness Success: Top Mental Hack from a Pro Coach
Utah Fitness Coach Shares Body Fat Loss Tips on TikTok
Chaz Spackman, a fitness coach from Utah,…
2023 Health Care Antitrust Actions: Comprehensive Review Part 1 | Manatt, LLP
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In 2023, the U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division and the Federal Trade Commission prioritized antitrust enforcement in health care, challenging mergers and changing health care policies. They challenged several significant provider and payer mergers, including John Muir Health/Tenet Healthcare, Louisiana Children’s/HCA, and…