Population Health
CMS is also expanding services provided by Federally-facilitated Marketplace Navigators, who help consumers understand benefits.
The vaccination program will kick off in New Jersey.
This week's top stories include a lawsuit alleging Aetna does not provide equal access to fertility treatments, and new research finding that a skills gap is putting healthcare IT companies at risk of security threats.
Between June and August, unvaccinated COVID-19 patients racked up $5.7 billion worth of preventable hospital care.
The model moves beyond traditional medical care to address social issues like housing, employment, legal aid, transportation, food and childcare.
There are a record-breaking 12.2 million people enrolled in the federal and state marketplaces, HHS says.
HIMSS21
HIMSS Media Editor in Chief Jonah Comstock shares lessons learned at HIMSS21, including how the pandemic has changed the healthcare industry.
The organizations recommended HHS build in flexibilities and payment for APM participants to strengthen their focus on addressing inequities.
This week's top stories include Amazon offering its hybrid virtual/in-person care to 20 more cities, and primary care startup Cityblock raising money to expand its platform for Medicaid and low-income populations.
The APM achieved statistically significant Medicare gross spending reductions at both the ACO and state levels.