By Verlon Johnson – Medicaid is more than statutes and systems. It is a living promise to children, families, older adults, and people with disabilities – people whose health and stability depend on whether we translate our best ideas into daily practice. I have sat with caseworkers stretched thin and with program leaders balancing spreadsheets against human stakes.
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By Derek Plansky – Polly Patient has been managing her Type 2 diabetes for ten years. Aside from her primary physician, Polly visits a handful of specialists including her endocrinologist, cardiologist, and podiatrist. Each of these providers require Polly to log into their patient portal to access her records and treatment plans.
By Hamad Husainy DO FACEP – Hospitals are under increasing pressure to minimize readmissions and close costly gaps in care, particularly during the crucial post-acute care phase when patients move to skilled nursing facilities. This is the phase when patients are most vulnerable, and even small gaps in care can lead to complications and avoidable readmissions, no small consideration for hospitals.
By Mohammed Vaid – Penalties reduce revenue, but their real significance lies in what they reveal about payer operations. A single error in plan materials can cascade into thousands of disputes, costly claim adjustments, and delayed reimbursements.
By Ellie Gabel – Automation is changing how the health care industry makes medical devices. Machines and smart software are helping factories work faster with fewer mistakes and steadier quality. Intelligent systems are creating greater improvements in the manufacturing process, and demand for them is growing quickly.
By Ram Krishnan – AI is quickly changing the field of healthcare, including behavioral health. From making clinical notes more efficient to supporting diagnosis and treatment plans, AI offers a wide variety of new capabilities for providers. However, despite its potential benefits, AI raises concerns about data privacy, ethical considerations, and potential impact on the human element of care.
By Paul Joiner – Homecare is undergoing rapid change as shifting demographics, new technologies, and evolving regulations reshape the industry. For home- and community-based services providers, these trends present both significant challenges and new opportunities to deliver care more effectively.
By Jay Eisenstock – Since 2021, the Hospital Price Transparency Rule has required hospitals to post prices for 70 common medical services so patients can compare costs and make more informed choices. The idea is that, just like shopping for appliances, competition can help reduce costs if patients are able to see the real prices.
By Ivor Campbell – The rise of home-diagnostics, automated healthcare and now artificial intelligence is moving us ever closer to a stage where for most public health delivery services, the initial triaging of all non-emergency cases will be done remotely.