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08 Nov HHS Releases Proposed Rule for Information Blocking Disincentives

IMAT Data-as-a-Service Solution Viable Option for Enhancing Clinical Data Integration Capabilities Last week, HHS released a proposed rule for public comment that would establish disincentives for healthcare providers who have committed information blocking. This is when a provider knowingly and unreasonably interferes with the access, exchange, or use of electronic health information except as required by law or covered by a regulatory exception, according to HHS. The disincentives impacts eligible hospital or critical access hospital (CAH) under...

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06 Nov Health Data News Roundup: IMAT LinkedIn Live Event for MSSP ACOs; Top Payer Concerns Around Generative AI; and HHS Information Blocking Disincentives

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. LinkedIn Live: Meet the 2025 Deadline for APP Quality...

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30 Oct Health Data News Roundup: How Medicare Advantage Plans Can Boost Star Ratings; Humana Ranks High; and MA Plan Recipient Changes

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. Humana Ranks High for Experience, Affordability Among MA Plans Based...

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25 Oct Medicare Advantage Star Ratings Declined Again for 2024

Enhance Star Ratings with IMAT’s Data-as-a-Service (DaaS) Solution When it comes to Medicare Advantage (MA) Star Ratings, we may be seeing history repeating itself. This time last year, CMS released its 2023 Medicare Advantage and Part D Star Ratings, which found an overall decline in ratings when compared to 2022. During this time, it was reported that 57 contracts earned five stars, which was down significantly from 74 the previous year. Ahead of Medicare open enrollment...

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23 Oct Health Data News Roundup: Medicare Advantage Star Ratings Fall Again; Top Payers in Customer Satisfaction; and New Co-Branded MA Plans

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. Medicare Advantage Star Ratings Fall for Second Consecutive Year The...

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16 Oct Health Data News Roundup: CMS Wants to Expand MSSP; Six Health Systems Launching MA Plans; and Ethical Use of AI for Payers

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. CMS Wants to Expand Medicare Shared Savings Program Last month...

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11 Oct CMS Wants to Expand Medicare Shared Savings Program

Last month during the NAACOS Fall 2023 Conference, Jon Blum, Principal Deputy Administrator and COO for CMS, stated that the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) is the core engine for expanding accountable care throughout the fee-for-service Medicare program. As per Blum's remarks, CMS is poised to experiment with innovative approaches to establish benchmarks for the upcoming generation of ACO models. Additionally, Blum elaborated on CMS's intention to enhance the alignment of its fundamental programs, particularly as...

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09 Oct Health Data News Roundup: Star Ratings and Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment; Payers Tout Medicare Advantage Benefits; and Health Analytic Success

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. Star Ratings Front-and-Center for Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment With the...

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04 Oct Star Ratings Front-and-Center for Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment

With the 2024 Medicare Advantage open enrollment commencing on October 15th, enhancing Star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans continues to be at the forefront. While most of the efforts to boost Star ratings happen prior to the open enrollment period, there are a number of considerations for making it a year-round priority. According to this recent article from McKinsey & Company, disruptions in demographics, regulations, and member preferences are making it challenging for payers to chart an...

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02 Oct Health Data News Roundup: Best-Rated Medicare Advantage Plans in 2023; 2024 Medicare Advantage Premiums; and Payer Pricing Update

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. NCQA Best-Rated Medicare Advantage Plans in 2023 The National Committee...

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