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The Delta variant has driven a rise in cases among nursing home residents from a low of 319 cases on June 27, to 2,696 cases on August 8.
In June and July, the U.S. health system spent $2.3 billion on unvaccinated individuals who were hospitalized because of COVID-19.
Coverage options under the Affordable Care Act helped keep the national uninsurance rate stable despite job losses, according to the Urban Institute.
Biden has until November 15, when Woodcock’s term as acting commissioner expires, to nominate a permanent head.
The acquisitions are calculated to make Carbon one of the largest national healthcare providers, with an emphasis on access.
ED and inpatient volumes have returned to 2019 levels, though respondents said they expect it to be roughly 5-6% higher in 2022.
Higgins currently serves as surgeon-in-chief at Johns Hopkins Hospital and has served in numerous professional roles.
Based on results from the clinical trial, the vaccine was 91% effective in preventing COVID-19 disease.
The solution’s apparent benefits are that it’s customizable and helps patients more easily afford out-of-pocket medical expenses.
The longtime health IT leader, who has served in top roles at Google Health and Geisinger, will take the reins October 1. William Zollars has been appointed chairman of Cerner's board of directors.