In February 2015, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final national coverage determination that provides for Medicare coverage of screening for lung cancer with low-dose computed tomography (LDCT). “This is the first time that Medicare has covered lung cancer screening. This is an important new Medicare preventive benefit, since lung cancer […]
Read MorePatient Engagement: The Cornerstone of Successful Population Health Management
Patient engagement is at the core of the health care system transformation because of its potential impact on health outcomes and on reducing health care costs. According to a 2013 Accenture study, communication, especially in digital format, is the cornerstone of patient engagement. The study found that 82% of consumers want access to their medical […]
Read MoreThe Focus on Preventive Care
In the constant shift of healthcare initiatives, the focus today seems to be on population health and moving towards prevention. What is your initiative?
Read MoreLet’s Make It American Heart Year
Each February, we celebrate American Heart Month with a strong effort to educate the public on the risks of heart disease and stroke. However, many Americans still don’t know what is fact or fiction when it comes to heart disease. Although most Americans realize that eating a proper diet, exercising, avoiding smoking, and knowing their family history and health […]
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