Quality and Safety
A nonclinical former staff member allegedly gained access to patients' medical records, OCR found.
The affected information may have included name, address, date of birth, Social Security number and financial account information.
National average satisfaction scores suggest meaningful differences in how members experience service, communication and value.
The MAHA Commission says more rigorous clinical trials are needed for children's vaccines, while PhRMA defends current practices.
WellDyne will match prescriptions to the most cost-effective and clinically appropriate pharmacy, the companies say.
The report identifies six major areas of payer-provider friction, largely revolving around VBC initiatives.
Hawaii Pacific Health in Honolulu is planning on the redevelopment of the Straub Benioff Medical Center after receiving a $4 million donation.
The company estimates patients could save as much as $3,600 per year, and the capped price will count toward deductibles.
CMS is also releasing guidance stipulating that hospitals post the actual prices of items and services.
Kettering is advising people to be on alert for scammers who are calling patients requesting payments for medical expenses.