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Neuronetics Announces Continued Momentum from Health Plans for TMS Therapy Coverage

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Dean Health Plan has also removed the requirement for a prior trial of psychotherapy.

Key Points: 
  • Dean Health Plan has also removed the requirement for a prior trial of psychotherapy.
  • The policy updates from BCBS Kansas City and Dean Health Plan are effective immediately, with the Magellan update going into effect on November 18, 2023.
  • Neuronetics is the only TMS company in the industry with a dedicated health policy team that partners with both providers and payors to advocate for health policy changes.
  • For more information about NeuroStar TMS Therapy, please visit NeuroStar.com .

Betterleave Raises Funding to Transform How Organizations Support Their Members Through Grief and Loss

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Betterleave, a pioneering platform that partners with organizations to improve access, experience, and outcomes, while lowering the total cost of bereavement care, today announced it has raised $2.4 million in funding. The round was led by Chingona Ventures, with participation from Bread and Butter Ventures, Vitalize VC, Wisdom Ventures Fund, Coyote Ventures and AARP. Betterleave brings a differentiated, integrated approach to grief and mental health, by offering a comprehensive digital and clinical care solution that addresses the complex challenges individuals face when preparing for and navigating bereavement.

Key Points: 
  • Bereavement is a growing category of care designed to help organizations connect with and support members during the grieving process.
  • Despite the prevalence of grief, there has been a critical gap in support and resources to navigate the professional, financial, and emotional challenges of loss.
  • It covers the entire bereavement spectrum, from pre-need to immediate need, loss navigation, and continuous grief support.
  • The platform specializes in various types of grief, including but not limited to the loss of a loved one, pregnancy loss, pet loss, anticipatory loss and relationship loss.

Anthem President Monica Schmude Recognized as One of the Most Powerful Leaders in Washington

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Virginia President Monica Schmude was recently recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of its Power 100 for 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Virginia President Monica Schmude was recently recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of its Power 100 for 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231107656658/en/
    Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield President Monica Schmude (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Monica Schmude has been a fixture in the health insurance industry for three decades, including the last 12 as mid-Atlantic market president for Cigna,” said the Washington Business Journal.
  • “But this year she jumped ship for a rival, taking the helm at Anthem Health Plans of Virginia in April.
  • Schmude is listed with 26 nonprofit, medical and insurance and advocacy leaders in a category the WBJ calls its Advocates & Game Changers.

Banner|Aetna Now Offering Enhanced ACA Insurance Plans to More Arizonans

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Banner|Aetna , a joint venture health plan owned by Banner Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, is offering Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance plans with additional benefits across more Arizona counties in 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Banner|Aetna , a joint venture health plan owned by Banner Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, is offering Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance plans with additional benefits across more Arizona counties in 2024.
  • Banner|Aetna will offer Silver plans at zero premium in Maricopa, Pima and Yuma counties for fully subsidized members.
  • This unique arrangement results in a different kind of health insurance, as it offers an improved member experience, higher quality care, and more affordable health care.
  • Banner|Aetna plans are available to individuals and their families in Gila County for the first time in 2024.

DarioHealth Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial and Operating Results

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DarioHealth Corp. (Nasdaq: DRIO) ("Dario" or the "Company"), a leader in the global digital health market, today reported financial results for the third quarter 2023 and provided a corporate and commercial update.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DarioHealth Corp. (Nasdaq: DRIO) ("Dario" or the "Company"), a leader in the global digital health market, today reported financial results for the third quarter 2023 and provided a corporate and commercial update.
  • Total operating expenses for the third quarter of 2023 were $16.2 million, compared with $16.4 million for the third quarter of 2022, and $16.1 million for the second quarter of 2023, a decrease of $0.2 million, or 1.3%, compared to the third quarter of 2022, and an increase of $62,000, or 0.4%, compared to the second quarter of 2023.
  • Total operating expenses excluding stock-based compensation, earn-out measurement, and depreciation for the third quarter of 2023 were $10.9 million, compared to $11.4 million for the third quarter of 2022, and $10.7 million for the second quarter of 2023.
  • Operating loss excluding stock-based compensation and depreciation for the third quarter of 2023 was $9.15 million compared to $8.4 million for the third quarter of 2022, and $7.5 million for the second quarter of 2023.

Banner|Aetna Named Among Modern Healthcare’s 2023 Top Innovators

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

Today, Banner|Aetna , a joint venture health plan owned by Banner Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, announced it has been named one of the "Top Innovators” of 2023 by Modern Healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Banner|Aetna , a joint venture health plan owned by Banner Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, announced it has been named one of the "Top Innovators” of 2023 by Modern Healthcare.
  • “Innovation can take many forms, as evidenced by our honorees—both individuals and organizations—in this year’s class of Top Innovators,” said Mary Ellen Podmolik, editor-in-chief of Modern Healthcare.
  • The Arizona-based insurer was also recently named one of the "Top Companies to Work for in Arizona" in 2023 by BestCompaniesAZ.
  • “We are deeply honored to be recognized as a trailblazer of innovation by Modern Healthcare,” shared Tom Grote , Banner|Aetna CEO.

Findhelp Expands Work with NYC Providers and Health Systems Prior to Launch of the NY State 1115 Medicaid Waiver

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H), the nation's largest municipal healthcare system, has partnered with findhelp to connect community members with social care services.

Key Points: 
  • NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H), the nation's largest municipal healthcare system, has partnered with findhelp to connect community members with social care services.
  • The main goals of the waiver are to improve health equity in the Medicaid program, and approval is expected in late fall 2023.
  • Findhelp is also excited to announce our new partnership with Montefiore, one of New York's premier academic health systems.
  • At a United Hospital Fund conference this summer, Amir Bassiri, the Medicaid Director for New York DOH, said that the 1115 Medicaid waiver will integrate social care with health care to support population health, improve health outcomes, and reduce health disparities.

Manifest MedEx Designated a Qualified Health Information Organization in the California Health and Human Services Data Exchange Framework

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Manifest MedEx (MX), California’s largest nonprofit health information organization (HIO), announced today that its application as a Qualified Health Information Organization (QHIO) in the California Health and Human Services Data Exchange Framework (DxF) has been approved.

Key Points: 
  • Manifest MedEx (MX), California’s largest nonprofit health information organization (HIO), announced today that its application as a Qualified Health Information Organization (QHIO) in the California Health and Human Services Data Exchange Framework (DxF) has been approved.
  • “We are honored to serve as a designated QHIO to help meet CalAIM and public health goals of advancing health equity and whole-person care,” said Erica Galvez, Chief Executive Officer of Manifest MedEx.
  • “As a mission-driven, nonprofit health data network, we see firsthand the need for digital equity across communities and providers.
  • QHIOs will streamline participants’ ability to respond to requests for health and social services information exchange under the DxF, helping to modernize California’s data exchange infrastructure and improve whole-person care for all Californians,” said DeeAnne McCallin, Deputy Director, Data Exchange Framework, Center for Data Insights and Innovation.

Virtual Mental Health Platform Telemynd Expands Patient Access Through Latest Network Partnership

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Telemynd , a leading virtual mental health solution, today announced its latest partnership with renowned healthcare service provider UnitedHealthcare.

Key Points: 
  • Telemynd , a leading virtual mental health solution, today announced its latest partnership with renowned healthcare service provider UnitedHealthcare.
  • The venture represents the latest in a series of significant moves for both Telemynd and UnitedHealthcare, joining two platforms with established records of streamlining access to high-quality healthcare for individuals nationwide.
  • “Our partnership with UnitedHealthcare allows us to connect their members with high quality, in-network behavioral health solutions,” said Patrick Herguth, Chief Executive Officer at Telemynd.
  • This collaboration now enables them to provide mental health services to an extensive network of over 82 million individuals.

Gardenuity Raises $5.5 Million In Milestone Seed Round

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

DALLAS, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gardenuity – the first and only curated platform bringing gardening and its wellness benefits to companies and consumers – announces $5.5 million in seed funding. The milestone round was led by Michael Mann of Anchor Capital and Alan Shor of Retail Connection with participation from industry-leading investors including Bonnie Plants, Deason Capital, Ross Jones from Berkshire Partners, JFO Group, Revtech Ventures, Gray's Creek Capital and North Texas Angel Network, with other notable individuals including Ram Velidi, Ann Berry, Jon Ledecky, Raj Shah, among others.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gardenuity – the first and only curated platform bringing gardening and its wellness benefits to companies and consumers – announces $5.5 million in seed funding.
  • The round will also support the accelerated growth of the business and bolster team growth across all functions of the company.
  • Since its 2017 founding, Gardenuity has celebrated over 5 million harvests across the country and raised $7.5 million in funding to date.
  • "This financing round will advance our efforts in building a stronger platform and meeting the needs of the global workforce.