UnitedHealth Group

Amedisys and Optum to Combine, Advancing Value-Based Care for Patients 

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Monday, June 26, 2023
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The combination of Amedisys with Optum unites two organizations dedicated to providing compassionate, value-based comprehensive care to patients and their families.

Key Points: 
  • The combination of Amedisys with Optum unites two organizations dedicated to providing compassionate, value-based comprehensive care to patients and their families.
  • The agreement is subject to Amedisys shareholder approvals, regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.
  • In connection with the proposed transaction, Amedisys, Inc. (“Amedisys”) will file relevant materials with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including a proxy statement which will be mailed to stockholders of Amedisys.
  • Amedisys and its directors and executive officers may be considered participants in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the proposed transaction.

Cyltezo®, First Interchangeable Biosimilar to Humira®, Receives Preferred Formulary Status with Optum Rx for Commercially Insured Patients

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Friday, June 23, 2023
Science, Interchangeability, Boehringer Ingelheim, FDA, Pharmacy, Physician, Medicine, Patient, UnitedHealth Group, Rare-earth element, Generic drug, Adalimumab

Cyltezo is an FDA-approved Interchangeable biosimilar to Humira® (adalimumab) and was initially approved in 2017.

Key Points: 
  • Cyltezo is an FDA-approved Interchangeable biosimilar to Humira® (adalimumab) and was initially approved in 2017.
  • "Optum Rx's decision to add Cyltezo to its formulary could benefit millions of Americans, improving access to a crucial medicine that has been a safe and effective treatment for many inflammatory conditions for the last two decades," said Stephen Pagnotta, Executive Director and Biosimilar Commercial Lead at Boehringer Ingelheim.
  • "We are proud to bring our many decades of experience in complex biologics to the biosimilar space, enabling physicians and patients to feel confident in the science, Interchangeability and manufacturing of Cyltezo."
  • Cyltezo will be commercially available in the U.S. on July 1, 2023.

Sanford Heisler Sharp Adds Brent Hannafan, Criminal Chief of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Tennessee

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sanford Heisler Sharp today announced the addition of Brent Hannafan, as a partner and Co-Chair of the firm’s Trial Practice. Hannafan will be resident in the firm’s Nashville office.

Key Points: 
  • “Brent is an outstanding addition to the firm and our Nashville presence,” said David Sanford, co-founder and Chairman of Sanford Heisler Sharp.
  • A battle-tested, trial-ready attorney, Brent will be an immediate asset to our clients and litigation teams across the country.”
    Hannafan joins Sanford Heisler Sharp after 17 years in the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Middle District of Tennessee (MDTN), where he had served as Criminal Chief from 2017 to 2023.
  • Prior to serving as Criminal Chief, Hannafan served as Deputy Chief of the MDTN’s Narcotics Unit for two years.
  • “Brent is among the most experienced and successful trial attorneys in Tennessee,” said Sanford Heisler Sharp Co-Vice Chair Kevin Sharp, a former Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Tennessee.

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona Awarded NCQA’s Health Plan Accreditation and Long-Term Services & Supports Distinction

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
Women, Men, Health Insurance, Philanthropy, Family, Managed Care, Fund Raising, Consumer, Health, Foundation, NCQA, Medicaid, Education, Homelessness, Community, Long-term care, Veteran, LTSS, Organization, National Committee, Investment, UnitedHealth Group, Quality assurance, Accreditation, American Heart, Office of Community Planning and Development, National Committee for Quality Assurance, Nursing, Health insurance, Phoenix

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona has been awarded the industry-recognized Health Plan Accreditation and Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Distinction by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

Key Points: 
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona has been awarded the industry-recognized Health Plan Accreditation and Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Distinction by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona earned NCQA Health Plan Accreditation by meeting rigorous requirements for consumer protection and quality improvement.
  • NCQA’s LTSS Distinction helps support health plans that provide managed health services and coordinate social services for LTSS members.
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona serves more than 500,000 members in Arizona’s Medicaid, long-term care and developmental disabilities program, the most of any Medicaid health plan in Arizona.

Southside Dermatology Expands Clinic In Muskogee, Oklahoma

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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MUSKOGEE, Okla., June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Southside Dermatology and Skin Cancer Surgery is pleased to announce our newly expanded clinic location in Muskogee, Oklahoma. We are honored that so many Oklahomans have trusted us with their skin care needs, and are thrilled to be answering the call for more resources in the Muskogee area. From cutting edge skin cancer treatments to laser and cosmetic procedures, our wide range of services ensures our patients receive not only the best care possible, but also exceptional results.

Key Points: 
  • Southside Dermatology and Skin Cancer Surgery has expanded its clinic in Muskogee, Oklahoma, offering medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology to Muskogee and neighboring communities.
  • MUSKOGEE, Okla., June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Southside Dermatology and Skin Cancer Surgery is pleased to announce our newly expanded clinic location in Muskogee, Oklahoma .
  • An Oklahoma native and board-certified dermatologist, she specializes in cosmetic and laser skin treatments, providing state-of-the-art skin care for all patients.
  • Dr. Fischer commented, "We are excited to announce the expansion of our dermatology clinic in Muskogee and neighboring communities.

ibex Crowns 2023 CX Leadership Award Winners at CCW Vegas

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ibex (NASDAQ: IBEX), a leading global provider of business process outsourcing (BPO) and customer engagement technology solutions, today announced the winners of the 2023 CX Leadership Awards , which honor the top customer experience (CX) innovators, leaders, and contributors around the world.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ibex (NASDAQ: IBEX), a leading global provider of business process outsourcing (BPO) and customer engagement technology solutions, today announced the winners of the 2023 CX Leadership Awards , which honor the top customer experience (CX) innovators, leaders, and contributors around the world.
  • This year’s winners, who were chosen from a list of CX pioneers and innovators, were recognized last night at ibex’s 2023 CX Leadership Awards Dinner at Customer Contact Week (CCW) in Las Vegas.
  • “The 2023 CX Leadership Award winners are at the forefront of the CX industry and are raising the bar – through vision, technology, innovation, and optimization – to deliver the best customer experience possible,” said Barry Canty, SVP, Marketing, ibex.
  • The ibex CX Leadership Awards recognize the individuals and companies that leverage their industry leadership, technology innovation, and ability to address dynamic market challenges to drive superior customer engagement, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and simplify the customer journey.

Technology-enabled North Carolina medical practice shatters national averages in value-based care savings

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
Government, COVID-19, VBC, CMM, Health, Hospital, NC, House, EHR, UnitedHealth Group, Patient, Health information exchange, HIE, Pharmaceutical industry, Nursing

CARY, N.C., June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cary Medical Management (CMM), a pioneer in transforming traditional primary care into high-performing, technology-enabled, value-based care (VBC) clinics, announced today that its flagship primary care clinic, Generations Family Practice, achieved a 32% below target-spending for its UnitedHealthcare commercially insured population for the last plan year.

Key Points: 
  • The clinic's savings of $1,378 per patient per year is also double the below target-spending it achieved for the same payor before the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Overall, CMM's clinics have produced an average 21.75% savings across commercial and government payors who shared the data.
  • That compares to the national average savings for value-based care of 5.6% , according to a 2018 report.
  • The company oversees 40,000 patients within commercial and government value-based care contracts across 48 clinics.

INROADS GIVES 500 DIVERSE STUDENTS THE SKILLS NEEDED TO BUILD GENERATIONAL WEALTH

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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NCA is a conference that unites high school scholars from across the nation for career exploration and skills development.

Key Points: 
  • NCA is a conference that unites high school scholars from across the nation for career exploration and skills development.
  • INROADS College Links participants will spend three days immersed in interactive learning that allows them to explore careers in STEM while continuing to develop leadership skills.
  • The INROADS National Career Academy will take place from June 25 to June 28 at Kennesaw State University-Marietta Campus, a minority-serving institution.
  • "NCA follows our goal to break barriers, build futures, and help diverse students make the connections needed to excel.”
    The INROADS College Links Program is designed to equip students with the skills needed to succeed in college, careers, and life.

UnitedHealthcare Catalyst Aims To Improve Health Outcomes for Individuals With Diabetes in Southwest Georgia

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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Together with Albany Area Primary Health Care and Feeding the Valley Food Bank, the organizations aim to improve health outcomes for individuals with uncontrolled diabetes as part of a multiyear collaboration.

Key Points: 
  • Together with Albany Area Primary Health Care and Feeding the Valley Food Bank, the organizations aim to improve health outcomes for individuals with uncontrolled diabetes as part of a multiyear collaboration.
  • "UnitedHealthcare is committed to empowering Georgians with the education and resources they need to better manage their health," said Michael Minor, CEO, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Georgia.
  • "We believe this collaboration with Albany Area Primary Health Care and Feeding the Valley Food Bank will help individuals control their diabetes, leading to improved health."
  • Beginning in July, patients at Albany Area Primary Health Care identified as having uncontrolled diabetes will be eligible to participate in the UnitedHealthcare Catalyst program.

UnitedHealth Group Announces Earnings Release Date

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will release its second quarter 2023 financial results on Friday, July 14, 2023, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m.

Key Points: 
  • UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will release its second quarter 2023 financial results on Friday, July 14, 2023, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m.
  • ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors.
  • This call will be webcast on the Investor Relations page of the company’s web site ( www.unitedhealthgroup.com ).
  • The replay will be available through July 28 on the web site.