27 Nov Health Data News Roundup: Humana Value-Based Care Plans; Payers Expanding ACA Offerings; and IMAT Video for MSSP ACOs

Welcome to the Health Data Weekly News Roundup from IMAT Solutions. As the power of data continues to grow in the healthcare arena, today’s care organizations need to be on the forefront of all news and trends to help ensure that their data analytics efforts deliver accountable and informed care. Each week, we will provide you with the actionable news you need to meet these goals.

VIDEO: How to Meet the 2025 Deadline for APP Quality Reporting
IMAT recently hosted a LinkedIn Live event to help MSSP ACOs meet the CMS-mandated 2025 deadline for reporting either eCQMs or MIPS CQMs for all patients, payers and health practices. Watch the full video here.

Humana’s Value-Based Care Plans Improved Health Outcomes for MA Members
Humana Medicare Advantage beneficiaries receiving care under value-based arrangements had better health outcomes, including fewer inpatient admissions and emergency room visits, according to a recent report.

Insurers Aren’t Following CMS’ New Medicare Advantage Rules, AHA Alleges
Some Medicare Advantage plans are not planning to comply with new CMS guidance requiring plans to follow traditional Medicare’s standards for coverage decisions, according to the American Hospital Association (AHA).

Cardiovascular Disease Utilization Grew After Medicaid Expansion
Adults with cardiovascular disease are more likely to utilize outpatient cardiovascular services in Medicaid expansion states than in nonexpansion states, according to a study published in Health Affairs.

6 Payers Expanding ACA Offerings in 2024
From UnitedHealth expanding plans to 26 states total to Centene expanding its footprint within 11 markets, here are six payers expanding their exchange offerings in 2024.

eHealth Exchange HIE Launches Program to Boost HL7 FHIR Adoption
eHealth Exchange, a health information exchange (HIE) connecting federal agencies and healthcare providers, recently announced an incentive plan to accelerate HL7 Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) adoption across healthcare payers and providers.

Consumers Believe Generative AI May Make Healthcare More Affordable
New data from Deloitte’s 2023 Health Care Consumer Survey indicate that health is a major driver of generative artificial intelligence (AI) use among consumers, many of whom expressed optimism at the technology’s potential to transform healthcare.