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County of Santa Clara Launches CSS IMPACT! Financial Cloud for its California Public Assistance Platform

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Monday, July 17, 2023

SAN JOSE, Calif., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The County of Santa Clara, California has officially launched the implementation of their new Cloud Collections Financial Ecosystem, "CSS IMPACT!

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The County of Santa Clara, California has officially launched the implementation of their new Cloud Collections Financial Ecosystem, "CSS IMPACT!
  • Santa Clara County, known as "the Silicon Valley," is a prominent destination for global technology companies.
  • "We are incredibly proud to have been selected by the prestigious County of Santa Clara to carry out this important project.
  • By utilizing CSS's Cloud Financial Ecosystem platform, these municipalities can automate essential tasks, allowing them to prioritize revenue management and customer care.

New Report Sheds Light on Racial Health Disparities and Highlights a Path Forward to Achieve Health Equity

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Today, two-thirds of Health Nets members are Medi-Cal enrollees, a patient population with historically high rates of health disparities, said Brian Ternan, President and CEO of Health Net and California Health & Wellness.

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  • Today, two-thirds of Health Nets members are Medi-Cal enrollees, a patient population with historically high rates of health disparities, said Brian Ternan, President and CEO of Health Net and California Health & Wellness.
  • Advancing health equity in our communities is critically important, said Sacramento Countys First District Supervisor Phil Serna.
  • We thank Health Net for their support as we work together to improve the health of our communities.
  • We offer these health plans and services through Health Net, LLC and its subsidiaries: Health Net of California, Inc., Health Net Life Insurance Company and Health Net Community Solutions, Inc.

U-Haul Partners with Premise Health to Support Team Member Wellness Program

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

The partnership is part of the company's Healthier You program, which was created to support team members across five scopes: health, mindset, financial wellness, nutrition and fitness.

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  • The partnership is part of the company's Healthier You program, which was created to support team members across five scopes: health, mindset, financial wellness, nutrition and fitness.
  • "Our purpose at Premise Health is to redefine how a member experiences health care by facilitating access to high-quality care at lower overall costs.
  • We're bringing people health care as they need it," said Jami Doucette, president of Premise Health.
  • Team members covered under the company-funded medical plan and their dependents ages two and older can utilize the wellness center.

MEDI+SIGN Inks Contract Becoming a Single Vendor Corporate Standard for McLaren Health Care

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

SMITHSBURG, Md., July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --MEDI+SIGN, a healthcare technology company that provides automated communication to the patient's bedside, announces that McLaren Health Care has chosen MEDI+SIGN to become the standard across the McLaren Health Care network of hospitals.

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  • SMITHSBURG, Md., July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --MEDI+SIGN, a healthcare technology company that provides automated communication to the patient's bedside, announces that McLaren Health Care has chosen MEDI+SIGN to become the standard across the McLaren Health Care network of hospitals.
  • Our goal was to achieve the highest levels of patient safety, respect for patients and families, and quality medical care.
  • We are thrilled to partner with McLaren Health Care in their mission to provide excellence in health care utilizing state-of-the-art technologies."
  • Headquartered in Grand Blanc, Michigan, McLaren Health Care is a fully integrated health network committed to quality, evidence-based patient care, and cost-efficiency.

Innovative MedTech Announces SarahCare Subsidiary Receives Coronavirus Relief Funds from State of Ohio

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Friday, July 9, 2021

In the meantime, we are extremely grateful to have resumed operations in Ohio, and continue to offer a supportive, healthy and safe environment for those older adults who benefit from our services.

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  • In the meantime, we are extremely grateful to have resumed operations in Ohio, and continue to offer a supportive, healthy and safe environment for those older adults who benefit from our services.
  • SarahCare offers seniors daytime care and activities ranging from exercise and medical needs on a daily basis to nursing care and salon services.
  • The Company is a provider of health and wellness services, including SarahCare, an adult day care center provider.
  • The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Community LIFE Opens Eighth Health and Wellness Center for Seniors in Somerset

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

SOMERSET, Pa., May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Community LIFE , anall-inclusive program tailored to meet the healthcare needs of seniors, will open its eighth Health and Wellness Center at 118 Shaeli Drive in Somerset, Pa. on June 1.

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  • SOMERSET, Pa., May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Community LIFE , anall-inclusive program tailored to meet the healthcare needs of seniors, will open its eighth Health and Wellness Center at 118 Shaeli Drive in Somerset, Pa. on June 1.
  • Community LIFE integrates long-term care, medical care, prescription drug and transportation services all in one program with no co-pays or deductibles.
  • Community LIFE manages care for each participant and provides a center for wellness, recreational and social activities.
  • The 13,000-square-foot Somerset Health and Wellness Center will serve approximately 150 individuals.

New Research Reveals Disconnect Between Increased Stress and Lower Behavioral Health Diagnoses Rates in Nevada

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021

Younger adults and adolescents also had a decrease in mental health diagnoses for the full year of 2020.

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  • Younger adults and adolescents also had a decrease in mental health diagnoses for the full year of 2020.
  • However, diagnoses and treatment for anxiety and dementia for older adults were among the few mental health diagnoses that grew in 2020.\n\xe2\x80\x9cWhile normally a decline in mental health diagnoses would signal something positive, we know that given the current circumstances, the need is there,\xe2\x80\x9d said Dr. Jacob Moussai, Medical Director Behavioral Health Services, West Region, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
  • Through its affiliated companies, Anthem serves more than 116 million people, including more than 43 million within its family of health plans.
  • Anthem is a registered trademark of Anthem Insurance Companies, Inc. Additional information about Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Nevada is available at www.anthem.com .

Council Releases 2020 Industry Financial Results

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Thursday, April 1, 2021

Plans also reported a collective operating margin of 3.23% on revenue of $16.4 billionin 2020, largely the result of enrollees deferring medical care amid the pandemic.

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  • Plans also reported a collective operating margin of 3.23% on revenue of $16.4 billionin 2020, largely the result of enrollees deferring medical care amid the pandemic.
  • Health plans have played a critical role in protecting the health and well-being of Minnesotans throughout 2020.
  • "Through all of the challenges of 2020, I'm especially proud of the way health plans supported Minnesotans," Nesse said.
  • The financial results reported for 2020 are an industry average and therefore vary by individual health plan.

One Size Does NOT Fit All: The New Wave of Health and Wellness Solutions

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Prompt Health is an online tool revolutionizing the health and wellness experience.

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  • Prompt Health is an online tool revolutionizing the health and wellness experience.
  • Prompt Health makes it easy for Canadians to find the care they need in health and wellness with a few clicks right on their phone.
  • Prompt Health is for every practice: medical, dental, allied health, holistic services, wellness, nutrition, and fitness.
  • PromptHealth is your home for health and wellness options tailored to fit your needs.

PACE Keeps Seniors Safer Than Nursing Homes During COVID-19

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Tuesday, March 30, 2021

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    PACE programs, which help seniors age in their homes and communities, provide medical, social, transportation and home care services.
  • On Lok , a San Francisco-based nonprofit that has served Bay Area seniors for 50 years, founded the PACE model of care and through On Lok PACE, today supports 1,650 eligible seniors in San Francisco, Santa Clara County, and the Tri-City area of Alameda County.
  • This includes efforts to protect seniors and care teams from the threat of COVID-19 by offering staff and participants vaccines.
  • "At its heart, the PACE model of care is about keeping seniors living at home, safely.