Open Payments: Docs got $6.5B from drug/device industries in 2014

Payments cover everything from product development, to R&D, to dinner speakers and various types of consulting.

By Nicole Gray • July 1, 2015

SEI Healthcare plans major expansion

The in-home provider intends to capitalize on the growing number of U.S. seniors. 

By Julie Henry • July 1, 2015

Explore the Trendline➔

Payer/provider relationships

As M&A intensifies and companies embrace more holistic and value-based care models, partnerships have become more closely intertwined.

By Healthcare Dive staff

Dove Healthcare to run several Mayo nursing homes and assisted living facilities

The changeover is a licence transfer as opposed to a purchase. What does this mean for Dove's profile?

By Heather Caspi • June 26, 2015

75% of RI physicians not using state's HIE

The exchange initially received over $25 million in federal funding, followed by millions in state funds. 

By Nina Flanagan • June 25, 2015

More Americans now obese rather than just overweight, study says

The increasing rate of obesity is directly connected to increasing medical costs, study authors say. 

By Heather Caspi • June 24, 2015

5 strategies for branding (or rebranding) your medical practice

Brand is made up of everything patients hear, see or experience in association with a practice. How can practices build a strong brand for their businesses?

By Julie Henry • June 18, 2015

How providers and payers can bridge the disease management gap to cut costs

How can organizations work together to more effectively manage chronic conditions?

By Julie Henry • June 15, 2015

Largest concierge medicine group in U.S. sued for alleged anticompetitive behavior

SignatureMD claims MDVIP uses non-compete clauses and termination fees of up to $1 million to keep physicians locked in their system.

By Heather Caspi • June 15, 2015

AMA gets new president, president-elect

Newly-inaugurated Steven Stack, MD is the youngest AMA president in the past 160 years.

By Julie Henry • June 10, 2015

Is the gender wage gap in healthcare getting worse?

Healthcare Dive takes a look at what the data has to say about the causes and changes in the healthcare pay gap.

By Katie Bo Williams • June 3, 2015

Open Payments analysis links top Medicare prescribers to pharma fees

Dr. Steven Nissen, cardiovascular chair at the Cleveland Clinic, described it as "an enormous problem."

By Nina Flanagan • May 28, 2015

Second opinions may not equal better outcomes, studies show

When opinions differ, how can patients be sure which one is correct? Are they a waste of money or a good opportunity to collaborate on care decisions?

By Julie Henry • May 27, 2015

5 ways providers can deliver better care to LGBT consumers

"Discrimination and mistreatment have contributed to a long-standing distrust of the healthcare system by many in the LGBT community and have affected their health in profound ways," says The Joint Commission.

By Julie Henry • May 21, 2015

Most advanced HIE in Texas to merge with Dallas exchange

Healthcare Access San Antonio already covers 1.5 million patients through 90% of area hospitals and physicians.

By Nina Flanagan • May 14, 2015

Mayo Clinic proposes new specialty campus to employ 3,800

The provider already has a clinic in Onalaska, WI, but it would be dwarfed by the new development.

By Heather Caspi • May 8, 2015

Washington takes No. 1 ranking for nurses; Louisiana last

Washington moved up to the top ranking to replace Oregon, which slid to No. 15. 

By Nina Flanagan • May 7, 2015

HHS announces $101M for new community health centers

The funding will establish 164 new facilities in 33 states. 

By Nina Flanagan • May 7, 2015

Partners HealthCare chief of staff follows CEO, plans departure

Another significant exit: Peter Brown supported former CEO Gottlieb through a time of controversial expansion at Partners. 

By Heather Caspi • May 1, 2015

Survey: Over 90% of physicians, admins still in traditional FFS practices

Almost a third of practices have increased staff work load without increasing salaries.

By Julie Henry • April 28, 2015

Study: EHRs can validate insurance coverage in real time

Leveraging this capability can help with insurance retention, the authors note. 

By Julie Henry • April 27, 2015

Medscape: Only 32% of family physicians would choose primary care again

It's not all bad: Primary care physicians and specialists both saw modest compensation increases in 2015.

By Katie Bo Williams • April 23, 2015

Minnesota opens first nurse-led clinic

The clinic will also serve as a training facility for nursing students.

By Julie Henry • April 6, 2015

How to attract staff in a competitive hiring environment

The Bureau of Labor Statistics says that healthcare is projected to add the most new jobs between 2012 and 2022. How can organizations ensure they attract and retain talent?

By Julie Henry • April 2, 2015

Chicago hospitals slash CRE infections by half

A Rush University infectious disease expert said the exact protocol might not fit every hospital, but it shows the value of a focused program. 

By Julie Henry • March 31, 2015

The Friday Dive: No Senate 'doc fix' vote until after spring break

Healthcare Dive's editor looks back on the biggest news from the last week. 

By Katie Bo Williams • March 27, 2015