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By: Cheryl Clark, for HealthLeaders Media, August 4, 2011
Despite a U.S. Supreme Court ruling, both legislators and physicians have opportunities to avoid pharmaceutical company data mining of prescription practices, according to attorneys writing in the New England Journal of Medicine.
By: John Commins, for HealthLeaders Media, August 4, 2011
By failing to conform to best practices for maternity care, U.S. hospitals are contributing to obesity and some $2.2 billion a year in additional direct medical costs, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention contends.
By: Cheryl Clark, for HealthLeaders Media, August 4, 2011
States are increasing authority over health insurance premium rates with comprehensive review strategies, a Government Accountability Office reports finds.
By: John Commins, for HealthLeaders Media, August 4, 2011
Felony counts include drug trafficking, taking kickbacks, and healthcare fraud for the Michigan physician.
By: Anna Webster, for HealthLeaders Media, August 3, 2011
The problem, when quantified, is astounding. Low health literacy costs the U.S. more than $58 billion annually and nearly half the U.S. adult population falls into the low or basic health literacy category. Marketers can use these tips to achieve a clear communication strategy.
By: Margaret Dick Tocknell, for HealthLeaders Media, August 3, 2011
With millions of folks ready to enter the individual market for insurance, health plans have an opportunity to win new business and loyal customers with true customer service.
By: Alexandra Wilson Pecci, for HealthLeaders Media, August 3, 2011
Telemedicine can help address provider shortages in rural areas, but not without essential technology infrastructure.
By: June 13, 2011
Date: August 16, 2011
What: Attend on-site or participate via live webcast.
About: Get accountable care strategies from ACO pioneers Norton Healthcare, Humana, and Palmetto Health--first movers who already have experienced the challenges of building a new framework for healthcare delivery.
LINK: http://www.hcmarketplace.com/prod-9589-EZINEADB&e_topic=WS_HLM2
By: August 1, 2011
Date: September 15, 2011
What: Attend on-site or participate via live simulcast About: Learn how host Bon Secours Richmond Health System and invited guest Geisinger Health System maximize downstream revenue in their women's health services, as well as opportunities for integration, quality and customer loyalty. LINK: http://www.hcmarketplace.com/prod-9563-EZINEADB&e_topic=WS_HLM2
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