Kaiser Permanente’s Q2 profit down one-third despite revenue climb
The integrated health system remained in the black for the quarter ending June 30, but escalating costs associated with fighting COVID-19 is eating into its bottom line.
The integrated health system remained in the black for the quarter ending June 30, but escalating costs associated with fighting COVID-19 is eating into its bottom line.
The medtech giant took the action after discovering devices, once hailed as a growth driver, can incorrectly enter safety mode, putting patients at risk of serious injury.
A multi-pronged bill also forces certain payers to tie nearly half of their business to alternative payment models by 2023, and create shared accountability for both the cost and quality of care.
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The investment bank launched Morgan Health two months ago following the high-profile dissolution of Haven, its previous venture to lower employer healthcare costs in tandem with Amazon and Berkshire Hathaway.
Patient volumes returned and drove net income down significantly year over year for insurers, which posted record profits during the same time last year when medical care was largely put off.
A new survey by the Bipartisan Policy Center concludes that telehealth could continue to be used on a large scale after the COVID-19 pandemic winds down, and could help prevent unnecessary emergency room visits.
A new survey by the Bipartisan Policy Center concludes that telehealth could continue to be used on a large scale after the COVID-19 pandemic winds down, and could help prevent unnecessary emergency room visits.
An up-to-date provider data repository can help manage data from multiple sources and improve patient care.
Masks and proof of vaccination will be required on the ground in Las Vegas, and a corresponding digital event will also take place.