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Myndshft Launches Myndauth, Insurance Discovery At HIMSS 2021

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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MESA, Ariz., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Myndshft Technologies, a leading provider of real-time medical benefits check and electronic prior authorization technology, will announce the launch of Myndauth and the release of insurance discovery as a part of its Myndview real-time benefits solutions at HIMSS 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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  • MESA, Ariz., Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Myndshft Technologies, a leading provider of real-time medical benefits check and electronic prior authorization technology, will announce the launch of Myndauth and the release of insurance discovery as a part of its Myndview real-time benefits solutions at HIMSS 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • Myndshft is also launching an improved insurance discovery product as a part of their Myndview platform at the conference.
  • This technology enables providers to find active insurance coverage for patients that provided invalid insurance information or no insurance information.
  • Myndshft enables real-time, automated eligibility, coordination of benefits, insurance discovery, patient cost analysis, authorization requirements, and authorization submissions at the point of care all within a single, integrative system.

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Announces 2021 Direct Effect Quality of Life Grants

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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SHORT HILLS, N.J., Aug 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation National Paralysis Resource Center (PRC) announced that it has awarded a total of $1,305,579 in Direct Effect Quality of Life grants.

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  • SHORT HILLS, N.J., Aug 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation National Paralysis Resource Center (PRC) announced that it has awarded a total of $1,305,579 in Direct Effect Quality of Life grants.
  • Since the Quality of Life Grants Program's inception, more than 3,400 grants totaling over $34 million have been awarded.
  • "The need for quality of life experiences is greater than ever, especially for people living with paralysis and their families," said Mark Bogosian, Director, Quality of Life Grants Program, Reeve Foundation.
  • The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research and improving the quality of life for individuals and families impacted by paralysis.

Kaiser Permanente mandates COVID-19 vaccination for all employees and physicians amid resurging pandemic

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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Making vaccination mandatory is the most effective way we can protect our people, our patients and the communities we serve.

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  • Making vaccination mandatory is the most effective way we can protect our people, our patients and the communities we serve.
  • Unvaccinated employees and physicians will be required to become fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or apply for medical or religious exemption.
  • The Kaiser Permanente organization includes more than 216,000 employees and more than 23,000 Permanente Medical Group physicians.
  • Kaiser Permanente is dedicated to care innovations, clinical research, health education, and the support of community health.

Constantine Cannon LLP: US Justice Department Intervenes in Whistleblower Suits Against Kaiser Permanente Alleging Extensive Fraud in Its Multi-Billion-Dollar Medicare Advantage Business

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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CMS risk-adjusted payments for members with certain conditions under Medicare Advantage (also known as Medicare "Part C") average roughly $3,000 per year per condition.

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  • CMS risk-adjusted payments for members with certain conditions under Medicare Advantage (also known as Medicare "Part C") average roughly $3,000 per year per condition.
  • The government's intervention focuses on unsupported diagnosis codes that Kaiser allegedly improperly added through addenda to patients' medical records.
  • Similar one-way chart reviews are at the core of the United States' massive lawsuit against UnitedHealth Group (UHG), in which Constantine Cannon represents the whistleblower.
  • Constantine Cannon also represents Kathy Ormsby in a False Claims Act suit against Sutter Health and its affiliates over similar claims of Medicare Advantage fraud.

United States Healthcare Consumerism Growth Opportunities: Analyzing SDOH Data to Improve Patient Outcomes and Empower Consumers - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, July 30, 2021
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The "United States Healthcare Consumerism Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "United States Healthcare Consumerism Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This research service examines the future of healthcare consumerism in the United States in terms of changing patient demographics and demands, technological advancements, digital health, shift in consumer behavior to non-traditional healthcare settings, and innovative healthcare business models.
  • Healthcare consumerism is on the rise as individuals become more engaged in making health-related decisions and assert control over their medical and wellness care.
  • Healthcare consumerism forces traditional healthcare participants to develop new care models to compete successfully in the consumer-to-business healthcare marketplace.

Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Expands Addiction Services to Arizona, New Mexico

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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Hazelden Betty Ford recently was approved to provide insurance-eligible virtual intensive outpatient (IOP) addiction treatment services to individuals and families throughout Arizona and New Mexico.

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  • Hazelden Betty Ford recently was approved to provide insurance-eligible virtual intensive outpatient (IOP) addiction treatment services to individuals and families throughout Arizona and New Mexico.
  • To access Hazelden Betty Fords treatment previously, residents of Arizona and New Mexico had to travel to a facility in another state.
  • A year later, Hazelden Betty Ford has now provided virtual outpatient care to thousands of people throughout the United States.
  • The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs.

Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Expands Addiction Services to Wyoming, Idaho

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
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Its collaborators include organizations such as the Curran Seeley Foundation in Wyoming, a preferred provider in the Hazelden Betty Ford Patient Care Network .

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  • Its collaborators include organizations such as the Curran Seeley Foundation in Wyoming, a preferred provider in the Hazelden Betty Ford Patient Care Network .
  • Hazelden Betty Ford recently was approved to provide insurance-eligible virtual intensive outpatient (IOP) addiction treatment services to individuals and families throughout Idaho and Wyoming.
  • To access Hazelden Betty Fords treatment previously, residents of Idaho and Wyoming had to travel to a facility in another state.
  • The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs.

Ochsner Ranked #1 Hospital in Louisiana by U.S. News & World Report for the 10th Consecutive Year

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
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This is also the 10th consecutive year that OMC has been nationally ranked among the Best Hospitals in America in Neurology and Neurosurgery and is the only nationally ranked hospital in Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas and Oklahoma.

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  • This is also the 10th consecutive year that OMC has been nationally ranked among the Best Hospitals in America in Neurology and Neurosurgery and is the only nationally ranked hospital in Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas and Oklahoma.
  • These honors exemplify our commitment to sustained excellence, said Warner Thomas, president and CEO, Ochsner Health.
  • *Ochsners quality metrics include data from both Ochsner Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - West Bank Campus and Ochsner Baptist a Campus of Ochsner Medical Center.
  • Ochsner Health is a national leader, named both the top hospital and the top childrens hospital in Louisiana by U.S. News & World Report.

Kaiser Permanente hospitals recognized among nation's best

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
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OAKLAND, Calif., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Kaiser Permanente hospitals are among the best in the nation for delivering high-quality care, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2021-22 Best Hospitals rankings.

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  • OAKLAND, Calif., July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Kaiser Permanente hospitals are among the best in the nation for delivering high-quality care, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2021-22 Best Hospitals rankings.
  • Additionally, Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center in Honolulu is ranked number 2 in Hawaii, and Sunnyside in Oregon is among the state's top 10.
  • "We're proud that U.S. News & World Report once again places us within the top tier of hospitals nationwide," said Andrew Bindman , MD, executive vice president and chief medical officer at Kaiser Permanente.
  • Kaiser Permanente is dedicated to care innovations, clinical research, health education, and the support of community health.

Alignment Health Plan Enters Arizona Via Agreement with Arizona Care Network

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
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Arizona Care Network and our affiliated health systems, Abrazo Health, Carondelet Health Network and Dignity Health, are pleased to join Alignment Health Plans Medicare Advantage network.

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  • Arizona Care Network and our affiliated health systems, Abrazo Health, Carondelet Health Network and Dignity Health, are pleased to join Alignment Health Plans Medicare Advantage network.
  • ACN is looking forward to collaborating on delivering exceptional care to those Medicare beneficiaries enrolled with Alignment Health Plan, said Todd Ricotta, chief operating officer, Arizona Care Network.
  • Alignment Healthcare offers health plan options through Alignment Health Plan and also partners with select health plans to help deliver better benefits at lower costs.
  • Arizona Care Network (ACN) is a high-performing network of healthcare providers and care facilities that collaborate to improve quality of care and create a better patient experience.