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MacroHealth, a healthcare technology company, has acquired ClearCost Health, a leader in provider search and price transparency solutions, to further improve access, cost, and quality of healthcare. This acquisition aims to empower payers, plan sponsors, and consumers with enhanced tools for transparency in healthcare pricing and network optimization, ultimately aiming
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The global healthcare consulting services market valued at $29.11 billion in 2024 has reached $32.17 billion in 2025 and is projected to advance at a resilient CAGR of 10.1% from 2025 to 2030, culminating in a forecasted valuation of $51.95 billion by the end of the
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The Sea to Tree Foundation (STTF) is commemorating its first year of providing free or low-cost mental health services to the Sooke community. Founded by Sea to Tree Health and Wellness, the STTF aims to increase access to mental health care, particularly for those struggling financially. According to executive director
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A new survey commissioned by FESS has revealed the significant financial and emotional burden of cold and flu season on Australian families. The research, which polled 2,000 parents across the country, found that the majority (86%) of families face extra expenses during the winter months, with 42% spending between
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The annual growth in national health spending is expected to be faster than average gross domestic product (GDP) growth during 2024 to 2033. According to a study published in Health Affairs, Sean P. Keehan and colleagues from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services in Baltimore projected national
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Premier, a technology-driven healthcare performance improvement company, has announced the acquisition of IllumiCare, a healthcare technology firm renowned for its EMR-agnostic platform. This strategic move significantly expands Premier's capabilities in the clinical decision support (CDS) space by integrating IllumiCare's real-time clinical and financial data at the
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The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of upholding the recommendations of the 16-member US Preventive Services Task Force, which are used to determine what preventive health care services insurers must cover without charge. The task force was challenged by a Texas business, Braidwood Management, on religious grounds, but the
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The Shapiro Administration is sounding the alarm about the proposed federal Medicaid cuts that could jeopardize health coverage for over 300,000 Pennsylvanians, drive up health care costs, and put hospitals at risk of closure, especially in rural communities. Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed 2025-26 budget makes common-sense investments
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Efforts to reduce unnecessary healthcare services and costs have highlighted the importance of identifying characteristics of physicians who frequently provide low-value care. Using a large-scale clinic claim database, researchers analyzed 10 types of low-value care services provided in primary care, revealing that approximately 1 in 10 patients received at least
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Commure, a leading healthcare technology company, has commercialized its AI-powered colleagues, Commure Agents, which automate complex tasks and combat rising staffing shortages. Designed to streamline workflows, enhance patient experiences, and improve hospital efficiency, the unified platform integrates with Epic's electronic health record (EHR) system, providing a suite of
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Major insurers have announced plans to simplify the prior authorization process, which has long been a source of frustration for healthcare providers. The process, which involves a cumbersome and time-consuming series of approvals, has resulted in billions of dollars in costs for providers and countless delays in patient care. Premier
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The Saudi Arabia health check-up market is expected to experience substantial growth, driven by increasing health awareness, rising healthcare expenditures, and a growing demand for preventive healthcare services. The market, valued at USD 175.34 Million in 2024, is anticipated to reach USD 219.96 Million by 2030, at a
