China’s prolonged COVID-19 shutdowns lead to factory escapes: With cases spiking, manufacturers like Foxconn are turning to bonuses to keep production moving, but some workers are running away.
Consumers reach consensus on telehealth: Elevance Health’s recent survey on virtual primary care shows patients who’ve used it, like it. Now, how will insurers respond?
Walgreens-backed VillageMD eyes medical group acquisition: Walgreens’ interest in a merger with Summit Health aligns with its plans to capitalize on outpatient care.
Health systems join forces on a turnkey digital health solution: We explore why disruptors should have their eyes on the development of a new virtual and at-home care company.
Frictionless billing isn’t fiction in healthcare: We unpack Banner-Aetna’s announcement on a new frictionless billing program for its members.
YouTube calls on docs to share expert knowledge: The video hosting platform’s latest move to combat health misinformation comes at a critical time.
Walmart Health expands clinics in Florida: We look at why 16 new health centers won’t be a gamechanger.
Digital health startups to watch: This week, we spotlight patient recruitment platform SubjectWell and virtual MSK company RightMove on the back of fresh funding hauls.
Teladoc’s double-edged Q3 earnings are in: We review how the company fared this past quarter and examine how its mental health entity will be a swing factor for 2023.
On today's episode, we discuss why telemental health is taking off, the main players in the space, and what's going on with teleprescriptions. "In Other News," we talk about people's relationship with price shopping for healthcare services and why healthcare providers are continuing to invest in tech despite the tough macroeconomic conditions. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Lisa Phillips and Rajiv Leventhal.
Healthcare is hurting patients’ wallets: Medical bills have put almost half of US adults in debt and younger millennials are struggling the most.
Are health systems turning to Big Tech for digital health? Healthcare providers have specific software investment priorities for the next year. We explore if Big Tech players’ digital health capabilities are meeting those needs.
CVS signs up for at-home test kits to lure more people to its pharmacy: We unpack how CVS’s deal with ixlayer dovetails with its retail health strategy.
How price transparency regulations are impacting consumers: Patients aren’t shopping around for costs of healthcare services even as payers and providers are required to post prices—but that could change amid economic pressures.
Highmark’s DTx coverage decision opens up access to digital therapies: We dig into the insurer’s policy change on digital therapeutics and its impact on consumer accessibility.
UPMC pilots Pip Care to prep patients for surgical procedures: The VC-backed startup's solution covers everything from appointments to lifestyle choices that could shorten hospital stays.
In an era of uncertainty, healthcare providers still buy tech: Most hospitals and health systems aren’t pressing pause on software investments. We analyze what’s driving the spending and where the money is going.
Millennials like mobile health monitoring: We detail new Kantar data that reveals whether different generations think remote monitoring devices can help their doctors.
Digital health startups to watch: We spotlight why digital AI-powered imaging company Prenuvo and behavioral health tech startup NeuroFlow are worth watching.
Healthcare organizations feel the costs of ransomware attacks: We analyze the debilitating impact ransomware incidents have on healthcare entities and why providers must examine the whole supply chain for optimal protection.