A new study shows increasing amounts of US health care spending are caused by obesity.
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Kaiser has a well-regarded health information system but it wasn't easy getting there.
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A new study provides more evidence on the effects of high deductible health coverage.
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The two largest clinical laboratory companies seem to be weathering the recession in good fashion.
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Any health reform needs to ensure that there are adequate incentives to motivate individuals to take responsibility for lifestyle decisions that affect health.
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An analysis of England's pay-for-performance system finds improvement but some interesting trends and concerns as well.
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HFMA has released its latest Financila Pulse, describing hospitals' expectations regarding revenue and other financial results.
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Between lobbying and price increases, drug manufacturers are doing a good job of protecting their economic interests.
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Health care costs can limit small business growth, stunting a major source of new jobs.
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UnitedHealth Group and Cisco plan to create a large telemedicine venture.
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Often lauded for its health information systems, the VA apparently has significant problems getting projects done on time and on budget.
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As health reform heats up, the public needs to be careful about what politicians say; they seldom are completely accurate.
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Health information technology is being pushed as one of the key methods to improve health care and reduce costs, but government itself has created barriers to its adoption and utility.
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One of the most commonly identified areas for health cost savings is fraud and abuse, but has enough effort been devoted to stopping the practices?
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About this Blog
The Healthy Skeptic is a website about the health care system, and is written by Kevin Roche, who has many years of experience working in the health industry. Mr. Roche is available to assist health care companies through consulting arrangements through Roche Consulting, LLC and may be reached at khroche@healthy-skeptic.com.