New Index Estimates $135,000 Needed at Age 65 to Cover Future Long-Term Care Costs
A new Milliman index estimates a 65-year-old will need $135,000 in 2025 to cover future long-term care costs, with women facing higher projected expenses.
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Louisiana Commits More Than $17 Billion to Extend Medicaid Managed Care Contracts
Louisiana has approved more than $17 billion to extend most Medicaid managed care contracts through 2026, while planning a transition for UnitedHealthcare members.
Study Links Health-Related Social Needs to Higher Emergency Department Use
A new study finds that unmet health-related social needs, including housing and transportation challenges, are strongly associated with higher emergency department use.
Navigating the Impact of the 80-20 provision on Home-Based Care
The new 80-20 provision mandates significant wage increases for caregivers but brings challenges for smaller providers. This blog explores the rule’s implications, including the potential for provider closures and the effect on consumer choice in the home-based care sector.
States Using Section 1115 Demonstration Projects to Enhance Medicaid Support for Maternal and Child Health
Explore the latest insights from a report detailing how states leverage Section 1115 Medicaid demonstration projects to improve health outcomes for pregnant women, postpartum individuals, and young children by addressing crucial social needs.
The FTC’s Ban on Non-Compete Agreements and Its Ripple Effect on Healthcare
The FTC’s recent ruling to eliminate non-compete agreements promises significant shifts in the healthcare industry. This blog explores the potential benefits and challenges this change could bring to healthcare professionals and patients alike.
Wrapping Up the AI Revolution Series
Used correctly, AI can revolutionize the healthcare industry. From improving quality of care and access to care in home care and home health industry, to addressing behavioral health issues and health-related social needs, AI is primed to accelerate the industry.
The AI Revolution Series – How AI and Value-Based Payments Can Increase Quality of Care
Used correctly, AI can revolutionize the healthcare industry. From improving quality of care and access to care in home care and home health industry, to addressing behavioral health issues and health-related social needs, AI is primed to accelerate the industry.
The AI Revolution Series – Addressing Health-Related Social Needs With AI
Explore how Artificial Intelligence is transforming behavioral health, enhancing patient care through addressing mental health and social determinants of health.
How States Are Utilizing Managed Care to Address Social Determinants of Health
Dive into how states can utilize managed care to address health-related social needs and social determinants of health, promoting health equity and community well-being.