Turning Analysis Into Population Health Action
Payers and providers need to examine all activities, not just medical activities, that impact the care of a population. That’s why population health analytics are so critical.
How the Healthcare Industry Can Support Workers’ Mental Health During the Pandemic
How can the healthcare industry best care for the mental health and well-being of frontline providers and clinicians?
The Consumerism of Healthcare
What do today’s consumers want in a healthcare experience? Personal involvement is at the center of it all. That points to an increased role for virtual health—and, with COVID-19 showing…
Making Measurable Improvements in Healthcare Quality
Moving forward, Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) will be used for the digitalization of HEDIS quality measures.
How Will COVID-19 Impact the Healthcare Economy?
The healthcare industry is typically immune to recessions and nationwide economic struggles—but not this time.
Is Anything Private? Securing Personal Information in the Digital Era
Technology is a part of our everyday lives. But how is our privacy affected when personal information is readily available on digital devices?
Maximizing Revenue and Optimizing Performance With Quality Measures
In 2019, Medecision and SPH Analytics launched a strategic partnership aimed at helping health plans improve quality performance. As the pandemic progresses, how will quality measures reporting change? Kevin Weinstein…
Normalizing Conversations About Mental Health
We’re living in a time of uncertainty, and many people are feeling stressed, anxious and panicked. Babette Apland, managing director of Call to Mind, an initiative started by American Public…
Rural Health Amid the Coronavirus
How has COVID-19 affected healthcare in rural areas? People in rural communities are typically spread out by distance already—but some could be more at risk for certain conditions because of…
Coronavirus Workarounds
The COVID-19 outbreak has motivated hospitals, manufacturers and even the government to come up with alternative solutions to the challenges we face.