Susan Morse
New venture fund from the UnitedHealth Group subsidiary is more of a market lift model than an accelerator, partner says.
CMS said it would cover the test to make the targeted therapy options available to healthcare professionals, patients and eligible Medicare beneficiaries.
Non-profit health systems will be paying more to borrow money, expert says.
Mayo Clinic, Northwell, among providers taking part in program to share information and best practices in the 2019 payment year.
Transportation to doctor's appointments and the pharmacy focuses on making sure MA members get needed care, medication for chronic conditions.
CMS Administrator Seema Verma said the agency will announce new voluntary payment bundles soon.
Optum Ventures will combine the funding, analytics capabilities and its vast network to make bold bets on emerging digital health companies.
Insurers, providers, pharma urge CMS to reconsider allowing states to set essential health benefit benchmarks.
Integration with providers, narrow network ACO models, speaking members' languages and improving patient experience all key to earning, and keeping, an overall 5-star rating.
In 25 states starting in 2019, plans will be able to provide Medicare beneficiaries with more choices and lower cost, CMS says.