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Jul 25 2012

Federally Qualified Health Centers

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Federally qualified community health centers are a lynchpin to providing accessible health care for lower income Americans. Two recent reports discuss quality and cost issues at these centers and indicate…

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Jul 24 2012

Reuters

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The number of rating downgrades for non-profit hospitals outpaced upgrades in the first quarter of 2012, Moody’s Investors Service said on Monday, adding it remains cautious about the effects of a slow economic recovery, federal deficit cutting measures and state budget pressures on the sector.

Jul 24 2012

Wall Street Journal

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Around one in 10 employers in the U.S. plans to drop health coverage for workers in the next few years as the bulk of the federal health-care law begins, and more indicated they may do so over time, according to a study to be released Tuesday by consulting company Deloitte.

Jul 24 2012

Startribune.com

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IBM’s Watson computer marched into pop-culture history last year by outscoring two former “Jeopardy!” champions on national television. Now, the Minnesota-made computer system is moving into real-world business applications, and the state’s health care industry is looking for ways to tap in.

Jul 24 2012

Govhealthit.com

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The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) announced Monday the start of a public comment period for its landmark draft Methodology Report, which proposes standards for the conduct of patient-centered outcomes research (PCOR).

Jul 24 2012

Reducing Medication Errors at Hospital Discharge

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Medication errors figure prominently in health care spending, and errors after hospital discharge are a cause of readmissions. Recently reported research examined whether an intervention by clinical pharmacists could reduce…

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Jul 23 2012

Bloomberg

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Magellan Health Services Inc., a manager of behavioral, radiology and specialty drug services, is exploring the company’s sale and has held talks with possible bidders

Jul 23 2012

Information Week

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Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s new registry of registries would provide access to data from observational trials, quality improvement programs, and perhaps accountable care organizations.

Jul 23 2012

HealthLeaders Media

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With palliative care, hospitals can avoid needless tests and procedures, in part, because patients no longer want them. Palliative care is the comprehensive treatment focused on pain, symptoms and stress of serious illness, or even spiritual assistance for the very sick. Some studies have shown it can extend life.

Jul 23 2012

Washington Post

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About 20 states, including Arizona, Illinois and Maryland, have shifted all or portions of their prison health-care operations to private providers in an attempt to cut costs, a trend that is raising concerns among unions and prisoners’ rights groups.

Jul 23 2012

Reuters

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Consumers shouldn’t expect straight talk about robot surgery from hospital websites, but rather vague claims and marketing mantras, according to a new U.S. study.

Jul 23 2012

HealthLeaders Media

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7 Ways the PPACA Hurts Safety Net Hospitals

Jul 23 2012

HealthLeaders Media

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Sequestration Might Be Least Bad Outcome for Healthcare

Jul 23 2012

Washington Post

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McLean-based Science Applications International Corp. plans to add more than 1,300 employees to its health business with its planned acquisition of Westfield, Ind.-based MaxIT Healthcare Holding

Jul 23 2012

Hospital Executive Compensation

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Hospital costs are the major contributor to national health spending growth. A report from the New Hampshire Center for Public Policy examines executive compensation at the state's non-profit hospitals, which…

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