On April 26, 2018, Governor Matt Bevin (R), of Kentucky signed Senate Bill 112 (SB112). The bill, which expands Telehealth coverage and payments, has been in the works for a significant time. One of the primary sponsors was Senator Ralph Alvarado (R). Read More
Scope and Causes of Health Care Fraud and Inefficiencies Health Care fraud and inefficiencies are no secret. The US Healthcare system is rife with examples of waste and fraud. These are perpetrated by consumers and providers, or often caused by Read More
In an article for the World Economic Forum, Bruce Broussard, President and Chief Executive Officer of Humana Inc., shares three ways to tackle the Global Health Crisis. We are focusing on one of these in each of three blog posts. Read More
There is much discussion these days about the Social Determinants of Health (SDOH). Social determinants are critical for patient-centered care. As health systems, payers and Medicare/Medicaid systems are striving to reduce costs and improve outcomes, one cannot ignore the SDOH Read More
Patients face this dilemma on a regular basis. They have been diagnosed with a serious condition. The doctor gives them the grim news. Perhaps it is surgery, chemo or an elective course of action to treat the condition. Patients are Read More
