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Evoke Pharma & EVERSANA Unveil Cost Savings Real-World Data Demonstrating Meaningfully Reduced Healthcare Costs for Patients Using GIMOTI Over Oral Metoclopramide Presented at the American College of Gastroenterology 2023

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星期二, 十月 31, 2023

The data describes the results of a comparative study that highlights cost-related healthcare resource utilization data (HCRU) in DGP patients taking GIMOTI (nasal metoclopramide) versus those on oral metoclopramide over a six-month period.

Key Points: 
  • The data describes the results of a comparative study that highlights cost-related healthcare resource utilization data (HCRU) in DGP patients taking GIMOTI (nasal metoclopramide) versus those on oral metoclopramide over a six-month period.
  • HCRU is the description and quantification of patients’ total usage of healthcare services such as emergency department (ED) visits, hospitalization or how often they visit a healthcare provider in the office.
  • The cost to the patients and the healthcare system is significant and the impact is considerable for all parties involved.
  • The data for GIMOTI continues to reinforce those providers can and should strive to improve outcomes for patients,” commented Chris Quesenberry, GIMOTI Chief Commercial Officer.

Health Gorilla launches Patient Access, Enabling Access to Health Data from Health Information Networks Through Consumer Queries

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星期三, 九月 20, 2023

Mountain View, CA, Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Health Gorilla, a privacy-focused health information network and interoperability solution provider, has announced the launch of its Patient Access solution, which allows healthcare organizations to access comprehensive health data by enabling consumers to submit queries to national health information networks under the Individual Access Services (IAS) purpose of use.

Key Points: 
  • Mountain View, CA, Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Health Gorilla, a privacy-focused health information network and interoperability solution provider, has announced the launch of its Patient Access solution, which allows healthcare organizations to access comprehensive health data by enabling consumers to submit queries to national health information networks under the Individual Access Services (IAS) purpose of use.
  • Accessing comprehensive data seamlessly from national exchanges has traditionally been limited to specific use-cases, such as treatment.
  • Patient Access is now available as an out-of-the-box software platform and FHIR-based API for custom applications.
  • The Patient Access solution includes:
    One-tap submission of IAS queries to Health Gorilla’s nationwide Health Information Network, CommonWell Health Alliance, and Carequality
    “After years of planning, we are thrilled to release our Patient Access solution, finally enabling consumers to access their own data from our national health information network,” said Steve Yaskin, CEO & Co-founder of Health Gorilla.

CWH Advisors Ranks in the Top Half among America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies

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星期五, 九月 22, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Inc. revealed in August that CWH Advisors ranks in the top half of the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other household name brands gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

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  • CWH Advisors ranks in the top half of the 2023 Inc. 5000
    NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Inc. revealed in August that CWH Advisors ranks in the top half of the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
  • "In conjunction with our growth, we have appointed Paul Barnes as President of CWH Advisors," commented David Bjork, CEO of CWH Advisors.
  • "The team at CWH Advisors has been tirelessly working to deliver meaningful engagements that positively impact our clients.
  • In conjunction with our growth, we have appointed Paul Barnes as President of CWH Advisors," commented David Bjork, CEO of CWH Advisors.

Announcing a New Era: Gardner Health Services Names New CEO

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星期三, 九月 13, 2023

SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gardner Health Services has announced its choice for its next Chief Executive Officer. After a year-long search, Rafael Vaquerano has been tapped to replace Reymundo C. Espinoza, who is retiring in January 2024.

Key Points: 
  • After 37 years, Gardner Health Services taps John Muir Health executive Rafael Vaquerano to be its next CEO.
  • SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gardner Health Services has announced its choice for its next Chief Executive Officer.
  • Dr. Noe Lozano, Gardner Health Services' Board Chair, released the following statement after Vaquerano was ultimately selected as CEO:
    "Congratulations to Rafael Vaquerano on being named the next CEO of Gardner Health Services.
  • Today Gardner Family Health Network, Inc. which is doing business as Gardner Health Services provides care to 46,525 patients throughout Santa Clara and San Mateo counties with an operating budget of $90 Million.

American Medical Association Releases Language of First New Current Procedural Terminology Code for Psychedelic Therapies

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星期四, 七月 6, 2023

The code will go into effect and will be published in the CPT manual on January 1, 2024.

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  • The code will go into effect and will be published in the CPT manual on January 1, 2024.
  • The approval of the new category CPT III code, announced in May following an application by COMPASS and MAPS Public Benefit Corporation (MAPS PBC), was supported by the American Psychiatric Association, American Psychological Association and the National Association of Social Workers.
  • The use of this category III tracking code will be key to developing optimal permanent and valued category I codes for psychedelic therapies as close as possible to their potential FDA approval.
  • The webinar will feature:
    Dr. Steve Levine, Senior Vice President of Patient Access and Medical Affairs at COMPASS.

Together is the first app to use generative AI to make cumbersome healthcare tasks ‘magically easy’

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星期二, 六月 20, 2023

“As a practicing physician, every day I see patients and caregivers overwhelmed by follow-up steps, care plans and medications.

Key Points: 
  • “As a practicing physician, every day I see patients and caregivers overwhelmed by follow-up steps, care plans and medications.
  • Together makes otherwise cumbersome healthcare tasks magically easy, so people follow my care plans and actually achieve better outcomes," said Together by Renee co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer Dr. Renee Dua.
  • "In healthcare, the biggest impact on the most people comes from solving the most mundane problems," said Together by Renee co-founder and CEO Nick Desai.
  • “The 80 million Americans with more than two chronic conditions — myself included — consume 92% of the U.S. healthcare budget.

Community Hospital Corporation Selects 2023 Dan Wilford Award Winner: Sally O'Connor, Montrose Regional Health

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星期二, 六月 6, 2023

PLANO, Texas, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Community Hospital Corporation (CHC) has announced Sally O'Connor as the 2023 winner of the Dan Wilford Award for Compassion and Community Service.

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  • PLANO, Texas, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Community Hospital Corporation (CHC) has announced Sally O'Connor as the 2023 winner of the Dan Wilford Award for Compassion and Community Service.
  • O'Connor is director of Care Coordination for Montrose Regional Health, Montrose, CO, a hospital managed by CHC.
  • "Sally's level of commitment to community service and the hospital has been truly outstanding," said Jim Kendrick, CHC president and CEO.
  • Final nominees for the 2023 Dan Wilford Award included these highly qualified healthcare leaders:
    Christine Lee, RN Charge Nurse, Arkansas Continued Care Hospital of Jonesboro, Jonesboro, Ark.

Improving Healthcare’s Digital Front Door a Priority, According to an Experian Health Survey

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星期一, 五月 22, 2023

Experian Health has released findings from its annual State of Patient Access survey that explores the digital “front door” experience from both the patient and provider perspective.

Key Points: 
  • Experian Health has released findings from its annual State of Patient Access survey that explores the digital “front door” experience from both the patient and provider perspective.
  • Results reveal the healthcare industry’s patient-centric and digital momentum since the pandemic has stalled or become worse since last year.
  • Overall, results show that both providers and patients want access functions such as scheduling and registration that are streamlined and efficient.
  • For providers, the realization that a better patient access experience results in better business outcomes seems to be nearly universal.

Agios Publishes 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report

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星期一, 四月 3, 2023

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGIO), a leader in the field of cellular metabolism pioneering therapies for rare diseases, today announced the publication of its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report, which provides corporate sustainability disclosures for the period Jan. 1, 2022 to Dec. 31, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • – Report Highlights Continued Progress on Patient Access, Health Equity, Diversity and Flexibility –
    CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGIO), a leader in the field of cellular metabolism pioneering therapies for rare diseases, today announced the publication of its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report , which provides corporate sustainability disclosures for the period Jan. 1, 2022 to Dec. 31, 2022.
  • Health Equity: Agios is focused on centering diverse patient voices and advancing equitable healthcare for all.
  • The ESG Report highlights how this approach is applied across clinical trials, health economics and outcomes research, and patient advocacy, clinical and community partnerships.
  • To learn more about ESG at Agios, read the full report here .

Vyne Medical® is a Proud Sponsor of the 49th Annual NAHAM Conference

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星期二, 四月 11, 2023

DUNWOODY, Ga., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With access to Patient Access leaders from facilities across the country, The National Association of Healthcare Access Management (NAHAM)'s 49th annual conference will deliver to attendees best practices through game-changing insights while focusing on key trends in healthcare and technology.

Key Points: 
  • Vyne Medical®, a recognized leader in end-to-end health information exchange and electronic healthcare communication management, will participate as a proud sponsor and presenter at the 49th Annual National Association of Healthcare Access Management (NAHAM) Conference in Orlando, FL, from May 2 – 5, 2023.
  • Vyne Medical to lead the can't-miss session and focus group on automation's advantages in patient access .
  • This year's conference will feature up to 32 sessions, covering topics that range from overcoming staffing challenges to leadership skills for managing a Patient Access department.
  • Vyne Medical workflow optimization experts will be onsite to discuss automation and auto-indexing solution opportunities for your health system.