The conditions under which people live, learn, work and play— also known as social determinants of health (SDOH)—determine up to 90% of their health outcomes(this link opens in new window).…
According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Americans living with chronic physical and mental health conditions account for 90% of the $3.3 trillion the U.S.…
What is the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP)? The Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) was designed to improve healthcare quality and lower costs by engaging medical practices, hospitals and other…
What is an Accountable Care Organization? Coordinated, high-quality care at the right time—that’s what Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) aim to provide to their patients. As healthcare organizations shift their focus…
Population Health Management Defined Population health management refers to the steps healthcare organizations take to improve the health outcomes of a defined group of individuals. They may focus on a…
The clock is ticking as the healthcare industry awaits word from CMS on the 2018 Quality Payment Program (QPP) Final Rule, due no later than November 1. The regulation will…
Although people might see their doctor only once a year, they are exposed to the health and safety conditions in their homes, their neighborhoods, their schools and their communities every…