| November 28, 2012 | America's Health Insurance Plans |
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- Preeclampsia linked to cardiac death risk in women
Women who developed preeclampsia in their first pregnancy had a higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease later than those who did not have the condition, according to a study in BMJ. Single-child mothers who experienced preeclampsia also were at significantly higher risk than mothers of multiple children who developed the condition during their first pregnancy, researchers said. HealthDay News
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- More U.S. adults turn to retail clinics
Retail clinics have gained popularity among consumers, according to a study by Kalorama Information. Researchers surveyed 2,000 American adults and found that 21.3% have visited a retail clinic, up from less than 10% six years ago. Chain Drug Review
(11/27)
 | Argus Health Systems launches next generation pharmacy claims processing solution, RxNova™.
A seamless user interface provides superior navigation and enables customization at a very granular level, giving the user increased control of their benefit design and exposure to their data. Click for more information about Argus and follow us on Vimeo. |
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- CDC data show state rates for COPD vary
CDC data showed rates of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease varied regionally, affecting less than 4% of people in Washington state and Minnesota but more than 9% in Alabama and Kentucky. The survey showed 62.5% of patients said COPD harmed their quality of life, and 50.9% reported taking at least one daily medication for the condition. United Press International
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- Provider network unveils tool for nursing facilities
A tool has been developed by the Keystone Beacon Community in Pennsylvania to support patient data-sharing between skilled nursing facilities. The platform can be used to extract and reformat information from patient records into a Continuity of Care document type that can be electronically sent to care providers through a health information exchange. Health Data Management
(11/26)
- Philips launches iPatient platform for CT, PET/CT systems
Royal Philips Electronics will introduce 15 products and features at a radiology meeting this week. The products are part of its Imaging 2.0 initiative. Included in the lineup is iPatient, an advanced platform for CT and PET/CT scanners. IPatient includes a SyncRight feature that allows for the delivery of the right contrast dose and generation of consistent image quality to improve interaction between the injector and the CT system. Health Tech Zone
(11/26)
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- Wockhardt gets 3 generic-drug approvals from FDA
The FDA has granted Wockhardt approval for its generic version of Bristol-Myers Squibb and Sanofi's anticoagulant Plavix. The company has also received approvals for its generic copies of GlaxoSmithKline's antidepressant drug Wellbutrin SR and Novartis' Parkinson's disease drug Stalevo. Drug Store News
(11/27)
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- Agency sets comment period for stage 3 MU measures
Comments on the CMS draft recommendations for stage 3 meaningful use objectives for the EHR incentive program may be submitted until Jan. 14, according to the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT. Health care groups and providers may give input on objectives for meaningful use, quality metrics and privacy and security measures. BeckersHospitalReview.com
(11/27)
- N.J. considers bill to allow NPs to prescribe on their own
New Jersey Sen. Joseph Vitale, D-Middlesex, has introduced a bill that would give advanced practice nurses the power to prescribe drugs independently, eliminating the need for a formal agreement with a consulting physician. Supporters said the bill would help address the shortage of primary care providers in the state, which is expected to get worse once the Affordable Care Act is fully implemented. NJSpotlight.com (New Jersey)
(11/26)
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U.S. health care spending 101 iPad App
AHIP has released a new iPad app that consolidates 50 years of data from the Congressional Budget Office, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and the Office of Management and Budget into a series of simple, interactive charts.
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| Project Associate | America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) | Washington, DC |
| Pharmacy Customer Service Manager | HealthPartners | Bloomington, MN |
| Sr Data Analyst | CVS Caremark | Northbrook, IL |
| Associate Director | Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare (CAQH) | Washington, DC |
| Chief Executive Officer | Beth Israel Deaconess Care Organization (BIDCO) | Boston, MA |
| Medical Director | Harvard Pilgrim Health Care | Quincy, MA |
| CAQH CORE Manager, Education, Outreach and Participant Relations | Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare | Washington, DC |
| Internal Audit Director | UCare | Minneapolis, MN |
| Senior Director Claims Administration | Kaiser Permanente | Denver, CO |
| Executive Vice President of Health Insurance | Wisconsin Physicians Service Health Insurance | Madison, WI |
| Sr. Director, Healthcare Quality Assurance | Evolent Health | Arlington, DC |
| Medical Director | Arizona Integrated Physicians Inc. | Peoria, AZ |
| Director Compliance, Medicare Part D | Director Compliance, Medicare Part D | Scottsdale, AZ |
| Provider Network Management Director | Blue Cross Blue Shiled of Georgia (WellPoint) | Statewide, GA |
| Chief Financial Officer | Neighborhood Health Plan | Boston, MA |
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