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Octave Welcomes Two Seasoned Healthcare Leaders to Its Board

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목요일, 2월 8, 2024
Health, Health equity, Mental, SAN, Amazon, 1Life Healthcare, Public health, Acquisition, EVP, Growth, Stanford University Medical Center, Mental health, Harvard University, Optum, Divisional patent application, Health policy, Patient, UCLA Health, UnitedHealth Group, IPO, Fellow

"At Octave, we believe that the next chapter of our evolution as a mental health system is going to be moving from increasing access to increasing the effectiveness of care. This kind of change takes collaborative partnerships between innovators and the established institutions that define our healthcare system," said Sandeep Acharya, Octave's Founder and CEO. "Amir and Andrew are both deeply experienced healthcare leaders who are passionate about bringing change to the system--and we look forward to having their guidance through our next chapter."

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Octave , an innovator in outcomes-focused behavioral health care, today announced that it has named two seasoned healthcare leaders to its Board of Directors.
  • The new members bring deep experience in the healthcare industry and will provide strategic guidance to position Octave as the leading in-network partner for mental health care.
  • "I am delighted to join the Octave Board and have Healthier Capital invest in such an impactful organization focused on increasing access to clinically-effective, high-quality, in-network behavioral healthcare," said Rubin.
  • "I look forward to working with the Board and Octave leadership in deepening this work across the country."

Independence Blue Cross announces new, expanded role for Dr. Reetika Kumar, FACP

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월요일, 1월 29, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Independence Blue Cross (IBX) announced a new and expanded role for Dr. Reetika Kumar, FACP, serving the organization as vice president, Market Clinical Solutions and Pharmacy Services.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Independence Blue Cross (IBX) announced a new and expanded role for Dr. Reetika Kumar, FACP, serving the organization as vice president, Market Clinical Solutions and Pharmacy Services.
  • Within this increased role, Dr. Kumar will manage full accountability for pharmacy profit and loss, pharmacy clinical programs, and pharmacy sales and product development.
  • Dr. Kumar will continue to serve as the clinical face of the organization's sales and marketing activities for health, pharmacy, and ancillary products.
  • "Reetika is a compassionate and respected physician who has made a tremendous impact since joining IBX.

Built Technologies Names Tech Veteran SVP of Sales

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월요일, 1월 22, 2024
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Built , a leading provider of construction and real estate finance software, announced the appointment of Carnell Elliott as Senior Vice President of Sales.

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  • Built , a leading provider of construction and real estate finance software, announced the appointment of Carnell Elliott as Senior Vice President of Sales.
  • Elliott will join Built's executive team and will be responsible for leading Built's sales organization and driving growth across the company's product portfolio.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240122780686/en/
    Built Technologies, a leading construction and real estate finance software provider, has appointed Carnell Elliott as Senior Vice President of Sales to drive growth and lead their sales organization.
  • Elliott brings a wealth of experience to Built, having built and led high-performing teams at Dell.

Healthcare Veteran Kristin Landry Takes the Helm as COO of Kyros in Mission to Transform SUD Care

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수요일, 1월 24, 2024
Philosophy, Optum, Culture, Patient, Pfizer, Growth, Management

Kristin brings a proven track record in underserved populations, community health program operations and building community health worker networks.

Key Points: 
  • Kristin brings a proven track record in underserved populations, community health program operations and building community health worker networks.
  • Landry is set to play a pivotal role in Kyros's ongoing expansion, growth and innovation.
  • Landry has built an impressive career in healthcare, starting with her own business, Synergy Medical Management, a revenue cycle and payment integrity firm.
  • At Kyros, I see a tremendous opportunity to apply this expertise in a way that truly aligns with my passion for patient-centered care.

Optum Perks Launches New Telehealth Solution

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화요일, 1월 23, 2024
Pharmacy, Optum, Patient, Acne, Diagnosis, Prescription, Health insurance

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Optum Perks, one of the leading prescription discount providers, today announced the launch of its new telehealth solution offering low-cost care and prescription treatments for hundreds of conditions ranging from acne to a cough to high blood pressure.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Optum Perks, one of the leading prescription discount providers, today announced the launch of its new telehealth solution offering low-cost care and prescription treatments for hundreds of conditions ranging from acne to a cough to high blood pressure.
  • "The new offering strengthens Optum Perks' commitment to providing low-cost prescriptions to all regardless of insurance status," said Ken Malley, president of Optum Perks.
  • Optum Perks online care combined with the Optum Perks discount card allows patients who might have skipped important medications or gone without a diagnosis to save money with an accessible alternative."
  • Consumers will also be able to use an Optum Perks discount card to ensure the lowest price on any prescribed medication.

Ridge Residential Treatment Center Announces New Teen Treatment Center in Maine for Teens 12-17

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월요일, 1월 22, 2024
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MILTON, N.H., Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ridge Residential Treatment Center (Ridge RTC), a leading provider of specialized treatment for teens, is thrilled to announce the official opening of their new teen treatment center in Maine.

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  • MILTON, N.H., Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ridge Residential Treatment Center (Ridge RTC), a leading provider of specialized treatment for teens, is thrilled to announce the official opening of their new teen treatment center in Maine.
  • This new center extends Ridge RTC's commitment to quality care and recovery for adolescents.
  • Teens are introduced to a spectrum of services in either short-term residential care, or longer term residential care.
  • To learn more about how Ridge RTC helps teens, kindly contact them directly at 603-384-9191 or explore Ridge Treatment Centers online.

11th Annual Emerging Trends in Wellness Conference Registration is Now Open!

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화요일, 1월 16, 2024
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BOSTON, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wellness Workdays, a leading provider of measurable workplace wellness programs that produce quantifiable reductions in healthcare costs and improved employee productivity, announces its 11th Annual Emerging Trends in Wellness Conference registration is now open!

Key Points: 
  • Wellness Workdays, a leading provider of measurable workplace wellness programs that produce quantifiable reductions in healthcare costs and improved employee productivity, announces its 11th Annual Emerging Trends in Wellness Conference registration is now open!
  • BOSTON, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wellness Workdays, a leading provider of measurable workplace wellness programs that produce quantifiable reductions in healthcare costs and improved employee productivity, announces its 11th Annual Emerging Trends in Wellness Conference registration is now open!
  • Now in its eleventh year, Wellness Workdays' annual conference has developed a reputation as an exceptional educational event that provides opportunities for professionals to meet virtually and hear directly from leading industry experts.
  • Registration and details about the conference can be found on the conference website.

Progyny Expands its Leadership Team

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목요일, 1월 11, 2024
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“We are excited to expand our executive team and welcome Katie and Steven to Progyny.

Key Points: 
  • “We are excited to expand our executive team and welcome Katie and Steven to Progyny.
  • “Progyny has demonstrated unmatched excellence in every metric we aspire to achieve in healthcare – access, cost, clinical outcomes, patient and provider satisfaction.
  • Prior to Progyny, Steven served as Vice President, Customer Technology at American Airlines, where he managed a global team of over 1,300 professionals, responsible for technology solutions that benefit both American Airlines’ customers and the dedicated team members who support them.
  • “The Progyny culture is invigorating and I’m eager to join the team and help deliver technology solutions that support the company’s goals.”

Melina Cortes-Nmili Joins COPILOT as Vice President of Sales and Marketing

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화요일, 1월 9, 2024
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MAITLAND, Fla., Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- COPILOT Provider Support Services , a leading HUB Services Provider, announces Melina Cortes-Nmili as its vice president of sales and marketing.

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  • MAITLAND, Fla., Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- COPILOT Provider Support Services , a leading HUB Services Provider, announces Melina Cortes-Nmili as its vice president of sales and marketing.
  • As a senior leadership team member, Melina drives and implements sales and marketing efforts, leveraging her two decades of expertise across multiple specialty therapeutic areas.
  • Prior to joining COPILOT, Melina served as vice president of specialty programs and consulting for Prime Therapeutics, where she rebuilt and transformed the business unit and created a client consulting offering.
  • Before this, she was the vice president of sales and marketing at Apotheco Pharmacy Group, developing and executing brand strategies and leading sales training programs.

UnitedHealth Group Reports 2023 Results

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금요일, 1월 12, 2024
Professional Services, Health, Hospitals, Insurance, Health Insurance, Managed Care, General Health, UnitedHealth Group, Medicare, Optum, Investment, Medicaid, Growth, Bank

UnitedHealth Group’s 2023 revenues grew $47.5 billion or 14.6% year-over-year to $371.6 billion, including double-digit growth at both Optum and UnitedHealthcare, driven by serving more people, more comprehensively across its offerings.

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  • UnitedHealth Group’s 2023 revenues grew $47.5 billion or 14.6% year-over-year to $371.6 billion, including double-digit growth at both Optum and UnitedHealthcare, driven by serving more people, more comprehensively across its offerings.
  • Full year 2023 earnings from operations were $32.4 billion, an increase of 13.8%.
  • Days claims payable of 47.9 compared to 49.9 at year end 2022 and 50.7 in the third quarter 2023.
  • Medical reserve development was $840 million favorable for full year 2023 and $100 million unfavorable in the fourth quarter.