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Inside Amazon's strategy to partner with digital health companies
04/18/25 at 03:00 AMInside Amazon's strategy to partner with digital health companies Modern Healthcare; by Brock E.W. Turner; 4/15/25 While Amazon's splashy acquisitions have generated significant buzz, a foundational piece of the technology and e-commerce giant's healthcare business is focused on partnerships with digital health companies. Amazon launched its Health Benefits Connector in January 2024 with digital health unicorn Omada Health for patients with high blood pressure and diabetes. The service allows users to input information about their insurance plan and potentially identify covered services from Amazon’s partners.
8 health system CEOs on the turbulence defining 2025
04/18/25 at 02:00 AM8 health system CEOs on the turbulence defining 2025 Becker's Hospital Review; by Kelly Gooch and Kristin Kuchno; 4/16/25 From capacity constraints to reimbursement pressures, health system CEOs are navigating a changing healthcare landscape. One of the top concerns in 2025 is the potential for Medicaid funding cuts. A recent report estimates hospitals could face a $31.9 billion loss in revenue if federal proposals to scale back Medicaid expansion move forward. CEOs from across the country — including safety-net systems, academic medical centers and expanding regional providers — recently shared how they are preparing for continued uncertainty and what strategies they are prioritizing in response.
The modern health care professional: How to combine skills from different fields to redefine your career
04/16/25 at 03:00 AMThe modern health care professional: How to combine skills from different fields to redefine your career MedPage Today's KevinMD.com; by Jalene Jacob, MD, MBA; 4/11/25 Gone are the days when careers followed linear paths and job titles neatly fit into predefined boxes. Today’s health care industry celebrates versatility, and hybrid professionals are redefining what it means to succeed. A hybrid health care professional combines skills and expertise from different fields, blending knowledge to create unique value in the health care space. Whether you’re a nurse with coding skills, a doctor with a passion for data analysis and research, or a biomedical engineer with a talent for design and business, hybridization is becoming the new competitive advantage. This article explores how early professionals can harness their diverse interests and talents to shape their careers and stand out in a rapidly evolving job market.
The CEO social media ‘influencer era’
04/11/25 at 03:00 AMThe CEO social media ‘influencer era’ Becker's Hospital Review; by Kristin Kuchno; 4/8/25 LinkedIn has emerged as a particularly influential platform, where healthcare executives share leadership lessons, strategy insights and personal reflections from patient interactions. “There’s a call for more authenticity and transparency, and people now expect to hear directly from their leaders to understand their perspective,” LinkedIn Editor-In-Chief Dan Roth told Fortune. This shift toward more personal communication aligns with a broader push for transparency. Research from FTI Consulting shows 92% of professionals are more likely to trust an organization whose executives use social media. Leaders should embrace the conversational tone of social media and allow their personality — including vulnerabilities — to show, with the aim of sparking dialogue, rather than simply echoing news releases, a senior vice president at H/Advisors Abernathy told Fortune.
What role do immigrants play in the direct long-term care workforce?
04/10/25 at 02:00 AMWhat role do immigrants play in the direct long-term care workforce? KFF; by Priya Chidambaram and Drishti Pillai; 4/2/25 President Trump has made a slew of immigration policy changes focused on restricting entry at the border and increasing interior enforcement efforts to support mass deportation. While these actions are focused on undocumented immigrants, they likely will have ripple effects across immigrants of all statuses and millions more people living in immigrant families. Mass deportations could negatively impact the U.S. economy and workforce, given the role immigrants play, particularly in certain industries. ...
Seeking human empathy, health insurers turn to AI
04/09/25 at 03:00 AMSeeking human empathy, health insurers turn to AI Modern Healthcare; by Nona Tepper; 3/27/25 When Florida Blue wanted its call center employees to demonstrate greater emotional intelligence when dealing with customers, the nonprofit health insurance company enlisted a tutor incapable of emotion. A generative artificial intelligence, or genAI, chatbot instructs 30 Florida Blue customer service representatives on how to behave like human beings when interacting with other human beings. The chatbot guides workers on human behaviors, such as when to slow their speech, when to hasten a call to its conclusion and what to recommend to policyholders. The company plans to expand this pilot program to its entire 1,600-person call center team this year. [Continue reading ... access may be limited]Editor's note: Is this backwards? What happened to human kindness? Courtesy and core respect? I am a lifelong lover of new technologies. Still, I am surprised at this seemingly-backwards twist. For whatever works, may we learn and grow in "[behaving] like human beings when interacting with other human beings."
The evolution of work: How Gen Z is reshaping leadership and workplace culture
04/08/25 at 02:00 AMThe evolution of work: How Gen Z is reshaping leadership and workplace culture Forbes; by First Place For Youth - Jayme Catalano; 4/2/25 As Generation Z enters the workforce in growing numbers, they are bringing fresh perspectives and expectations that are reshaping the traditional workplace. This digital-native generation, born between 1997 and 2012, is driving significant changes in management styles, work environments, and organizational values. Their influence is prompting companies to adapt, evolve and innovate, creating a new paradigm for the future of work.
10 top health system workplaces, per USA Today
03/28/25 at 03:10 AM10 top health system workplaces, per USA TodayBecker's Hospital Review; by Giles Bruce; 3/21/25Ten health systems were named top workplaces March 21 by USA Today and human resources technology company Energage. The Top Workplaces USA 2025 list was determined using Energage’s confidential employee engagement surveys and participating company benchmarks that take into account years of workplace culture research.Here are the health systems that ranked in the top 100 among organizations with 2,500-plus employees:
Ohio payer beats UnitedHealthcare in racketeering lawsuit, awarded $50M
03/28/25 at 03:00 AMOhio payer beats UnitedHealthcare in racketeering lawsuit, awarded $50M Becker's Payer Issues; by Jakob Emerson; 3/19/25 An Ohio jury awarded Medical Mutual of Ohio over $50 million in damages on March 12 after the payer prevailed in its lawsuit against FrontPath Health Coalition and HealthScope Benefits, a subsidiary of UnitedHealthcare. FrontPath offers employee benefits solutions, and HealthScope is a third-party administrator. .. The defendants were found to have committed federal wire fraud, telecommunications fraud, tampered with records, and obstructed justice by submitting false bid information. The jury found that the conspiracy resulted in significant damages to Medical Mutual and ultimately caused taxpayers to pay higher healthcare costs than necessary.
5 must-watch TED Talks that will make you a better leader right now
03/27/25 at 03:00 AM5 must-watch TED Talks that will make you a better leader right now Inc; by Peter Economy; 3/21/25Back in 1978, historian and leadership guru James MacGregor Burns said, “Leadership is one of the most observed and least understood phenomena on earth.” While that assessment of leadership may have once been true, I think it’s no longer the case. Today, leadership is a well-understood phenomenon. There are a variety of ways to take your leadership to the next level. Here are five extremely popular—and powerful—TED Talks that will help you do just that. [TED Talk videos are embedded in this article.]
What solo parent travel abroad taught me about leadership
03/27/25 at 03:00 AMWhat solo parent travel abroad taught me about leadership Entrepreneur; by Robert Hoffman; 3/20/25 As a solo parent and CEO, balancing family and work responsibilities often feels like navigating uncharted waters. But over the past few years, traveling the world with my daughter has taught me invaluable lessons that have shaped both my personal life and professional leadership. Parenting on the go in unfamiliar settings demands adaptability, cultural intelligence and strategic thinking — qualities that directly translate to leading in today's unpredictable global business environment. ...
Global Partners in Care, Elea Institute partner to improve palliative care access worldwide
03/24/25 at 03:00 AMGlobal Partners in Care, Elea Institute partner to improve palliative care access worldwide Hospice News; by Jim Parker; 3/21/25 Global Partners in Care (GPIC) and Elea Institute have formed a partnership designed to extend access to palliative care services worldwide. The two organizations are currently working to convene teams of experts to meet in Dublin, Ireland, later this year. These experts will design a tangible framework for addressing barriers to palliative care access globally, including increasing awareness, workforce development, identifying policy and research gaps and preparing future leaders, according to John Mastrojohn III, CEO and president of Global Partners in Care.
If you’re known for these 5 habits, your leadership skills are off the charts
03/21/25 at 03:00 AMIf you’re known for these 5 habits, your leadership skills are off the charts Inc.; by Marcel Schwantes; 3/19/25 In an era of constant disruption, every leader should aspire to have these skills and habits. Business is more unpredictable than ever, and it’s hitting leaders hard. More than half (57 percent) of executives say their companies faced serious disruption last year—way up from the year before. Employees are also checking out—engagement is at a 10-year low. The old way of leading, where authority and expertise ruled, isn’t cutting it anymore. The best leaders today aren’t just the smartest or most experienced—they’re the ones who know how to build trust, bring people together, and lead with confidence and compassion. ... Five power skills of essential leadership: ...
Pharmacies of the future: 4 keys to reinvention
03/18/25 at 03:00 AMPharmacies of the future: 4 keys to reinventionForbes; by Jenn Vande Zande; 3/11/25... “To continue to meet growing patient needs, we must evolve how community pharmacy works and, most importantly, how we support our pharmacy teams to create a sustainable future for community pharmacy,” Prem Shah, president of pharmacy and consumer wellness at CVS Health, said, referring to findings from the company’s Rx Report from January 2024. Based on those findings, CVS says there’s a “critical need for sustainable and scalable industry-wide change, such as operational improvements and digital innovations to better support pharmacy teams behind the counter.” Here are four focus areas for pharmacies to bring about that change:
Visiting nurses discontinue services in 21 Southern Vermont towns
03/14/25 at 02:10 AMVisiting nurses discontinue services in 21 Southern Vermont townsBennington Banner, Brattleboro, VT; by Bob Audette; 3/12/25 Visiting Nurse and Hospice of Vermont and New Hampshire, located in White River Junction, will relinquish its designation as the home health agency and discontinue all home health and hospice services in most of Windham County and some of Bennington County, effective April 15. While many people learned about the discontinuance at Town Meeting Day, when line item donations to the organization were deleted, the organization has been planning this move since 2023. "This is all because of work force," said Johanna Belliveau, president and chief executive officer. In 2023, the Visiting Nurses requested the de-designation due to increases in expenses related to paying traveling nurses to service many of the towns in Windham County, she said. Since that request was made, Bayada has been providing home health care and hospice services to Windham County.
Mass General Brigham begins 2nd round of layoffs
03/12/25 at 03:00 AMMass General Brigham begins 2nd round of layoffs Becker's Hospital CFO Report; by Alan Condon; 3/10/25 The second of two rounds of layoffs at Mass General Brigham began March 10, with about 1,500 employees reportedly affected by the overall workforce reductions, according to The Boston Globe. The layoffs, the largest in the Somerville, Mass.-based health system's history, were announced in early February. The workforce cuts stem from "the same unrelenting pressures affecting many healthcare systems across the country," as the system faces a projected budget gap of $250 million within two years, a spokesperson told Becker's. Mass General Brigham, the largest health system in the state, said the layoffs primarily affect nonclinical and nonpatient-facing roles to "enhance efficiency, reduce costs and maximize support for front-line clinicians."
13th Annual Healthcare Fraud & Abuse Review - 2024
03/10/25 at 03:00 AM13th Annual Healthcare Fraud & Abuse Review - 2024 JD Supra; by Bass, Berry & Sims PLC; 3/7/25 Bass, Berry & Sims is pleased to announce the release of the 13th annual Healthcare Fraud & Abuse Review examining important healthcare fraud developments in 2024. Compiled by the firm's Healthcare Fraud & Abuse Task Force, the Review provides a comprehensive analysis of enforcement developments affecting the healthcare industry, significant court decisions involving the False Claims Act, and an overview of settlements involving healthcare fraud and abuse issues.We began the Review over a decade ago with the intention of providing comprehensive coverage of the most significant civil and criminal enforcement issues facing healthcare providers each year. Over that time, the challenges facing the healthcare industry have been significant. ...
UnitedHealth Group's year of DOJ probes, layoffs and backlash
02/28/25 at 03:00 AMUnitedHealth Group's year of DOJ probes, layoffs and backlash Modern Healthcare; by Lauren Berryman; 2/24/25 UnitedHealth Group has faced an unprecedented past year, navigating events that have tested its finances, operations and reputation. Here is a timeline of key events during the company’s past 12 months. [Click here and scroll down to the timeline with links to Modern Healthcare's articles through the year.]
Amedisys sees hospice growth as DOJ-UnitedHealth Group lawsuit looms
02/28/25 at 03:00 AMAmedisys sees hospice growth as DOJ-UnitedHealth Group lawsuit looms Hospice News; by Jim Parker; 2/27/25 Amedisys Inc. (Nasdaq: AMED) saw hospice revenue growth during the fourth quarter of 2024 despite merger-related costs associated with its pending acquisition by UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH). The company’s hospice business saw net service revenues of $21.29 million during the fourth quarter of 2024, up from $20.6 million year over year. For the full year 2024, net service revenue reached $82.58 million, an increase from $79.8 million in 2023. ... On a consolidated basis, company-wide net service revenue hit $59.8 million in Q4, up from $57 million in the prior year’s period. These results come as Amedisys and UnitedHealth Group are embroiled in a lawsuit by the U.S. Justice Department intended to block their potentially forthcoming acquisition due to antitrust concerns.
Why being trustworthy is a leadership hack that drives success
02/26/25 at 03:00 AMWhy being trustworthy is a leadership hack that drives success Inc.; by Yufie Ren; 2/20/25 Leaders who cultivate trust can significantly reduce employee churn and improve organizational performance. ... In an era of rapid change, when teams look to leaders for stability and direction, trust is the invisible currency that fuels organizational success. ... Fortunately for managers – and workers – there’s a lot of research into how to be a more trustworthy leader. Here are a few insights:
Keeping cool when debate turns hot: Inaugural global Ethics Center conference features scholarship, presentations on fostering civil, productive dialogue
02/26/25 at 03:00 AMKeeping cool when debate turns hot: Inaugural global Ethics Center conference features scholarship, presentations on fostering civil, productive dialogue The Harvard Gazette; by Christy DeSmith; 2/24/25 Americans today are wrestling with how to turn down the heat when discussing politically and morally charged topics. Students, professors, and education professionals from around the globe assembled at Harvard this month to chart their way to more productive discussions — and better relations. The inaugural Challenging Barriers to Civil Discourse conference, hosted by the Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Ethics, featured scholarship on fostering open, honest exchanges across deep divides. ... [Dr. Julia] Kolak told of mediating clashes that arose ... when the family of a critically ill patient ... resisted end-of-life care. She works to unearth the principles guiding all parties, without elevating those with medical expertise. “When we treat others as capable of dialogue,” she offered, “it really changes the affective grip of conflict. ... [Jeffrey Dunn] raised the critical question: “What is the long-term goal of this work?” ...
'Fast and furious' AI sparks health system refocus
02/21/25 at 03:00 AM'Fast and furious' AI sparks health system refocus Becker's Health IT; by Laura Dyrda; 2/19/25Health systems are beginning to hire chiefs of artificial intelligence and other AI leaders to bring new expertise into the system with the goal of becoming a more sophisticated, data-driven organization. Lisa Stump, executive vice president, chief digital information officer and vice dean of information technology at Mount Sinai Health System and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, participated in the search and hiring process for Girish Nadkarni, MD, Mount Sinai's first chair of artificial intelligence and human health to create a formal department at the Icahn School of Medicine dedicated to AI. She now partners with him and the system's chief clinical officer – calling themselves the "digital and technology partners" group – to structure a center of excellence around AI and digital health, focusing on the patient and consumer experience.
What's keeping CFOs up at night?
02/18/25 at 02:00 AMWhat's keeping CFOs up at night? Becker's Hospital CFO Report; by Alan Condon; 2/14/25 As health system CFOs chart their course for 2025, they face an increasingly complex financial landscape marked by mounting labor costs, tightening margins, shifting payer dynamics and an evolving regulatory environment. ... [Several] CFOs recently joined the “Becker's CFO and Revenue Cycle Podcast” to discuss the trends they're watching most closely — and the strategies they're deploying to stay ahead. [Key items include the following: labor shortages (key theme); major investments in ambulatory care facilities; AI to support operations and service; physician partnerships; shift from fee for service to value-based care; clinical labor; malpractice litigation; growth of Medicare Advantage programs; staffing shortages; inflation; reimbursements; providing care to undersinsured patients; Medicaid supplemental funding programs; "disruptors' by private equity and "other nontraditional players"; uncertainty of federal and state regulation changes.]
Humana posts $693M loss in Q4
02/17/25 at 03:00 AMHumana posts $693M loss in Q4 Becker's Payer Issues; by Jakob Emerson; 2/11/25 Humana lost $693 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the company's year-end earnings report published Feb. 11. The results reflect increased benefits expenses, particularly in Medicare Advantage and state-based contracts. Despite the challenges, the company projected earnings per share of $15.88 for 2025, with an adjusted EPS of approximately $16.25. Total revenues in the fourth quarter were $29.2 billion, up 10.4% year over year. In 2024, total revenues were $117.8 billion, up 10.7%. Humana posted a net loss of $693 million in the fourth quarter, compared to a $541 million net loss the year prior. In 2024, the company's net income totaled nearly $1.2 billion, down 52%.
How CNOs can manage change management
02/11/25 at 03:00 AMHow CNOs can manage change management Health Leaders; by G. Hatfield; 2/10/25 Crisp, clear communication is key for CNOs who are trying to handle their change management processes, says this CNO. ... According to Stefanie Beavers, chief nursing executive at OU Health, and HealthLeaders Exchange member, a key focus of the change management process is solidifying organizational identity.