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Virtual Second Opinions Save Over $8,700 Per Patient, New Analysis Finds

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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A new quantitative case analysis from The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic , a leading provider of virtual second opinions (VSOs), reveals that its second opinions produce an average savings of $8,705 per patient.

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  • A new quantitative case analysis from The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic , a leading provider of virtual second opinions (VSOs), reveals that its second opinions produce an average savings of $8,705 per patient.
  • The analysis of The Clinic’s VSOs demonstrates that second opinions from expert specialists can prevent misdiagnoses and overtreatment.
  • Key findings from the analysis include:
    In addition to savings, the analysis uncovered numerous examples of the dramatic impact of VSOs on patients’ peace of mind and quality of life.
  • Even if major surgery is indeed right for you, a virtual second opinion provides confidence that you’re on the right path.

New Survey Reveals Concierge Services and Virtual Care Options Can Drastically Increase Access to High-Value Specialty Care

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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The survey found that while 71% of respondents who have experienced a serious health condition have considered obtaining a second opinion, only half have done so.

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  • The survey found that while 71% of respondents who have experienced a serious health condition have considered obtaining a second opinion, only half have done so.
  • Lack of awareness of more cost-effective and convenient options likewise may cause patients to settle for less-than-ideal care experiences.
  • A secondary learning also emerged as respondents continually prioritized the benefits of a faster, more high-touch approach to care.
  • To learn more about the survey and to access the full report, click here .

NPA Says House of Representatives' Passage of Bill to Provide Veterans Additional Access to the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly Will Improve Their Lives; Urges Swift Senate Passage

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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542) by a vote of 414-5, which will give veterans increased access to the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly across the nation.

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  • 542) by a vote of 414-5, which will give veterans increased access to the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly across the nation.
  • The legislation would establish formal partnerships between Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) and nearby Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs) located within their geographic service areas.
  • However, for many veterans, doing so requires certain clinical support that can be prohibitively expensive if not covered by the VA. .
  • I thank and applaud Congresswoman Julia Brownley for her efforts on crafting this bill and getting it over this first hurdle."

Tyler Technologies Announces Veterans Service Officers Excellence Award Winners

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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These awards recognize outstanding Veterans Service Officers and Offices who are users of Tyler’s Veterans’ Benefits and VetraSpec solutions.

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  • These awards recognize outstanding Veterans Service Officers and Offices who are users of Tyler’s Veterans’ Benefits and VetraSpec solutions.
  • “Tyler is honored to recognize the winners of our first annual VSO Excellence Awards,” said Brian Combs, president of Tyler’s Platform Solutions Division.
  • Tyler is honored to support these dedicated public servants with software applications to help them more effectively serve those who have served.”
    The VSO Excellence Award winners are:
    Exceptional Outreach Award: Jessica McClellan, Stark County, North Dakota.
  • Tyler’s Veterans’ Benefits and VetraSpec solutions have processed Department of Veterans Affairs claims for almost half of the nearly 19 million American veterans living today.

ePlus Achieves VMware Cross-Cloud Managed Service Provider Designation

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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HERNDON, Va., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ePlus inc. (NASDAQ NGS: PLUS – news) today announced that it has achieved the VMware Cross-Cloud Managed Service provider status. To attain this designation, ePlus passed a thorough independent audit of its VMware Cloud managed services technical expertise and operational excellence. Complementing this recognition and after a comprehensive service offering review, ePlus Cloud Disaster Recovery powered by VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery has also been recognized by VMware as a Validated Service Offering (VSO).

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  • HERNDON, Va., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ePlus inc. (NASDAQ NGS: PLUS – news ) today announced that it has achieved the VMware Cross-Cloud Managed Service provider status.
  • To attain this designation, ePlus passed a thorough independent audit of its VMware Cloud managed services technical expertise and operational excellence.
  • Complementing this recognition and after a comprehensive service offering review, ePlus Cloud Disaster Recovery powered by VMware Cloud Disaster Recovery has also been recognized by VMware as a Validated Service Offering (VSO).
  • The VMware Cross-Cloud Managed Service Provider designation signifies partners' experience with delivering VMware-validated managed services offerings and the achievement of the VMware Managed Services Specialization (MSS).

Softchoice announces launch of Cloud Cost Optimization, powered by Aria Cost, part of VMware Cross-Cloud managed services

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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Softchoice, a software-focused IT solutions provider in Canada and North America, has announced the addition of Cloud Cost Optimization, powered by VMware Aria Cost, to its managed services portfolio.

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  • Softchoice, a software-focused IT solutions provider in Canada and North America, has announced the addition of Cloud Cost Optimization, powered by VMware Aria Cost, to its managed services portfolio.
  • Part of VMware Cross-Cloud managed services, Cloud Cost Optimization helps customers realize cloud value faster with FinOps, an operational model that brings accountability and clarity to the variable spend model of the cloud.
  • The services enable customers to rely on expert, specialized managed services partners to drive cost efficiency and interoperability between clouds, data centers, and applications.
  • You can learn more about Softchoice's Cloud Cost Optimization here: https://cloud.vmware.com/providers/cloud-providers/softchoice-corporation
    1-“Multi-Cloud Maturity Research Report,” Vanson Bourne, October 2022, N=6000

Kyndryl Becomes a VMware Cross-Cloud Managed Services Provider

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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Kyndryl (NYSE: KD), the world’s largest IT infrastructure services provider, today announced it has become a VMware Cross-Cloud Managed Services Provider.

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  • Kyndryl (NYSE: KD), the world’s largest IT infrastructure services provider, today announced it has become a VMware Cross-Cloud Managed Services Provider.
  • Kyndryl has achieved the VMware Managed Services Specialization and has completed a Validated Service Offering (VSO) for VMware Cloud on AWS.
  • Managed VMware Cloud on AWS services enable Kyndryl to support customers’ modernization initiatives with a VMware Cloud Foundation environment that is fully consistent across on-premises data centers and AWS.
  • With VMware Cross-Cloud managed services, Kyndryl will demonstrate it has the capabilities and expertise to help customers with a VMware footprint to build, implement, migrate, modernize and manage their hybrid cloud capabilities.

U.S. Representatives Introduce Resolution to Commemorate Nov. 12 as National Warrior Call Day

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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MOUNT AIRY, Md., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Wisc.) introduced a bipartisan resolution today to designate Nov. 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day."

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  • introduced a bipartisan resolution today to designate Nov. 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day."
  • The national day of action can reduce isolation, which is often a precursor to suicidal ideation among veterans.
  • "We thank these leaders in the U.S. House for pushing forward on National Warrior Call Day," added Larkin.
  • National Warrior Call Day is the Sunday after Veterans Day.

Veterans Guardian Applauds Bipartisan Legislation that Fixes the VA Accreditation Process, Giving Veterans More Options and Punishing Malicious Actors

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Monday, May 15, 2023
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Introduced by Representatives Bergman (R-MI), Correa (D-CA), and original co-sponsor Mace (R-SC), this bipartisan, comprehensive legislation aims to improve the claims review process for veterans receiving benefits from The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

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  • Introduced by Representatives Bergman (R-MI), Correa (D-CA), and original co-sponsor Mace (R-SC), this bipartisan, comprehensive legislation aims to improve the claims review process for veterans receiving benefits from The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
  • This legislation creates a strict accreditation process for veteran representatives, fostering alternative expedited methods for veterans to receive and increase VA benefits.
  • This legislation addresses the mounting backlog of VA benefits claims, protects veterans from fraud and exploitation, and allows veterans various options to navigate the VA.
  • Veterans Guardian applauds this effort to address the current VA benefits system's shortcomings that burden our veterans.

VA Names SoldierStrong, USC Collaboration as $1 Million Winner in Mission Daybreak Challenge to Reduce Veteran Suicides

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Thursday, February 16, 2023
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STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A collaborative effort between SoldierStrong and the University of Southern California Institute for Creative Technologies has been awarded $1 million in the Veterans Administration’s Mission Daybreak Challenge to reduce veteran suicides, program organizers announced today.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A collaborative effort between SoldierStrong and the University of Southern California Institute for Creative Technologies has been awarded $1 million in the Veterans Administration’s Mission Daybreak Challenge to reduce veteran suicides, program organizers announced today.
  • The app, dubbed Battle Buddy, was recognized last year as one of 30 finalists to receive $250,000 from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Mission Daybreak Award among 1,371 submissions.
  • “Addressing the crisis of veterans taking their own lives requires more than recognizing, acknowledging, and even investing in prevention efforts.
  • Following Mission Daybreak, VA may engage with select solutions through contracts, Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), or other partnership vehicles.