On February 21, 2024, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated disclosed that one of its companies’ units— Change Healthcare—was experiencing a cyberattack. The BlackCat/ALPHV ransomware group—a Russia-linked cybercrime organization—claimed responsibility. Repercussions from this…
Learn MoreThe healthcare industry saw significant change in 2023. Emerging from the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, the sector experienced three defining trends that we believe are reshaping the landscape for…
Learn MoreThere is an increasing appetite to apply artificial intelligence (AI) to solve many of medicine’s pressing problems, including earlier cancer detection, drug discovery, prevention, genomics, and relieving the workload of…
Learn MorePrimary care is at the heart of the healthcare system. Since the early 2000s, however, the nation has been experiencing a primary care shortage, with declining access affecting many Americans.…
Learn MoreIn support of its missions, the Coast Guard is tasked with providing health care to its active duty personnel and ensuring the availability of health care for their dependents. Coast…
Learn MoreTechnology and data are now at the heart of healthcare, bringing untold possibilities for both narrowing and widening health equity gaps. Technology has the potential to revolutionize every aspect of…
Learn MoreMost Americans rely on private health plans, with employer-sponsored plans covering 165 million people in 2023 and 16.3 million enrolled through the Healthcare.gov Marketplace. Employer-sponsored plans often have lower average…
Learn MoreThis booklet is a valuable resource tailored for Veterans, their families, and caregivers to navigate the VA health care system. It covers essential topics like eligibility, health benefits, and potential…
Learn MoreGovernors continue to prioritize strengthening states’ and territories’ healthcare workforces. The National Governors Association Center for Best Practices (the NGA Center) has supported states and territories on their Governors’ healthcare…
Learn MoreGovWhitePapers published its latest trend report on the lasting benefits of telehealth post-pandemic. This publication discusses four top trends, including equitable access to care, empowering of patients, support needed for…
Learn MoreThe Veterans Health Administration (VHA) updated its specialty care referral process to improve coordination and scheduling for veterans. While the Referral Coordination Initiative has helped streamline access to specialty care,…
Learn MoreGovernors have prioritized addressing healthcare workforce shortages related to retirement and burnout from the COVID-19 pandemic, the “silver wave” of baby boom generation workers aging out of the workforce and…
Learn MoreThe GAO report highlights critical challenges in the Veterans Health Administration’s Foreign Medical Program. Over the past several years, claim reimbursements for veterans receiving healthcare abroad have surged, yet inefficiencies…
Learn MoreCybersecurity threats to the healthcare sector have become more frequent and more severe, carrying increased potential for clinical impact. Cybersecurity incidents have rendered medical devices and hospital networks inoperable, disrupting…
Learn MoreMedical product manufacturers face unique cyber risks that could disrupt critical healthcare services. The newly released Cyber Incident Response Playbook offers step-by-step guidance to prepare for and respond to these…
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