One of meaningful use's biggest critics and benefactors is trying to create and curate "the healthcare Internet" to support reform.
A quick look at what the federal government is dealing with early in the New Year.
After advocating and passing legislation to create a single payer health entity in Vermont, Governor Peter Shumlin said that in the last two weeks it has become clear that the risks are too great.
A venerable health policy professional and leader of one of the field's most trusted research institutions is very skeptical of health reform's trajectory, and has some other ideas to try.
The trend promises to free up physicians to spend more time with patients, and let both providers and payers track value.
While HHS may have its own budget for HealthCare.gov and the 34 states served by it, the rest of the state exchanges will have to be financially self-sustaining.
Her name is Tina. And she's a virtual assistant to guide customers using the exchange to research and purchase insurance.
Given the GOP’s opposition to new government mandates, the October 2015 implementation is anything but a done deal.
Given the complexity of consumer eligibility and health needs, enrollment assisters might be an under-appreciated part of making health reform successful.
When healthcare spending became a big concern, Jackson Labs turned to incentive-based screening and wellness programs, alongside other initiatives, to get control of the costs. And it's still working six years later.
