CIOs focus on proving IT's usefulness to drive adoption
After spending billions of dollars on new technology solutions, healthcare leaders must figure out ways to ensure a solid return investment. Children's Health CIO Pamela Arora and Centura Health CIO Ken Lee explain their IT strategies for driving adoption.
Pharmaceuticals
CMS proposes national Medicare coverage for CAR-T therapy
The proposal marks another major milestone for the advanced cancer treatment and could be a windfall for hospitals.
Medical Devices
Surgeons fear pelvic mesh lawsuits will spook patients
Doctors who specialize in female pelvic medicine say lawsuits by four states over products used to treat pelvic floor disorders might scare patients away from the best treatment options.
Medical Equipment
Medical supplier ditches Illinois insurer following rate cut
Nearly a year ago, the private insurer in the state's overhauled Medicaid managed-care program slashed reimbursement rates to medical suppliers. Now a large provider is terminating its contract.
Healthcare IT
IT leaders looking for meaningful data-exchange regs
Industry stakeholders were generally optimistic about proposed data-exchange rules, but they want regulators to ensure the information is useful to patients and clinicians.
