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Jun 26 2012

US News

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E-Records Linked to Fewer Malpractice Claims – Harvard study shows dramatic dip after paper files are replaced, but exact connection isn’t clear

Jun 26 2012

Politico

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If you thought Monday’s immigration decision was confusing, wait until the Supreme Court weighs in on health care Thursday. Court-watchers expect a flurry of opinions, dissents and concurring judgments — a confusing outcome for a complex law.

Jun 26 2012

HealthLeaders Media

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Healthcare Shows High Job Growth, Low Productivity

Jun 26 2012

Reuters

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Doctors should check weight and height for all patients to determine if they’re obese and refer them to intensive diet and exercise programs if necessary, according to new guidelines from a U.S. government-backed panel.

Jun 26 2012

Kaiser Health News

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Retail Health Clinics Expanding

Jun 26 2012

Kaiser Health News

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Starting next week, any health insurer licensed in Georgia can sell policies it offers in other states to Georgians. That includes policies that don’t meet minimum standards for coverage in Georgia.

Jun 25 2012

kqed.org

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The federal Health Data Initiative seeks to provide Health and Human Services (HHS) data to the public, free and with no strings attached, in effort to trigger the creation of health-related applications.

Jun 25 2012

NPR.org

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Some companies are adding drug dispensaries to their on-site health clinics. Others offer concierge services that deliver drugs right to workers’ desks.

Jun 25 2012

PE Hub

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Genstar Capital is to acquire global provider of health outcomes research services eResearchTechnology for $8.00 per share in cash. Completion of the acquisition is subject to the satisfaction of closing conditions.

Jun 25 2012

Washington Post

By Kevin Roche Headlines No Comments

In court ruling on health care law, impact on stocks is high and uncertain. How they may fare

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Kevin RocheThe 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.

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