Nearly 6,500 providers have opted out of a $2.8 billion antitrust settlement agreement with the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, including hospitals owned by some of the largest health systems in the U.S. In October, the Blue Cross Blue Shield…
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Hospitals are sunsetting outdated systems but holding onto the data — and with it, the risk. Legacy ERP platforms often store sensitive information like W-2s, salary data and vendor contracts. Yet these systems lack modern security controls and remain vulnerable…
Sep 19, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM America/Chicago
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Carrie Smallwood
VP Implementation Services, MediQuant
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System and UnitedHealthcare finalized a long-term contract, AL.com reported Aug. 9. “The UAB Health System and UnitedHealthcare have finalized a new three-year health insurance agreement, ensuring continued access to high-quality care for patients…
From 16 years to a few months, here are the CEO tenures at seven of the nation’s largest payers. 1. Cigna: David Cordani. CEO since June 2009. 2. Molina Healthcare: Joseph Zubretsky. CEO since November 2017 3. Elevance: Gail Boudreaux.…
Two health insurance brokers agreed to pay a combined $145 million to resolve allegations from the Federal Trade Commission that they misled millions of consumers seeking to buy comprehensive health insurance. Assurance IQ will pay $100 million to settle allegations…
In today’s evolving healthcare environment, connection has never been more vital. Connection – the sense of being understood and supported – is what transforms healthcare from a transaction into a true partnership. It’s also the driving force behind a whole…
Venipuncture procedures in patients with difficult venous access (DVA) are typically associated with pain, fear and anxiety, making obtaining a quality sample difficult. Choosing a collection device that is appropriate for DVA patients is important. Previously, smaller gauge needles resulted…
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Most hospitals want to deliver upfront pricing and clear care navigation, but legacy systems, siloed workflows and inconsistent data standards continue to stand in the way. The result? Confused patients, missed expectations and compliance risks. This discussion brings together leaders…
Sep 17, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM America/Chicago
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Josh Weiner
CEO, DoseSpot
Pooja Babbrah, MBA
Executive VP, Strategy & Industry Alignment, NCPDP
Justin Hajek
Assistant Vice President of Program Management, DialCare
Jennifer Bair, PharmD, MBA, BCPS
Vice President, Pharmacy Services and Chief Pharmacy Officer, Prisma Health
Healthcare leaders are under immense pressure to drive efficiency, improve access and reduce costs — yet many are relying on patchwork technology that can’t keep up. Point solutions may solve one problem, but they often create three more. Systems like…
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The revenue cycle has become a strategic lever for health system advancement. However, outdated structures, labor volatility and rising costs are putting pressure on even the most capable in-house teams. For many executives, a shift to end-to-end RCM partnership has…
Sep 25, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM America/Chicago
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Garett Kreitz
Co-President, Med-Metrix
John Zabrowski
Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, VHC Health
Victor Zamora
Senior Vice President, Customer Care, Med-Metrix