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Dr. Thomas Graf Explains Accountable Care Organizations used to Create Value-Based Delivery Systems
In this final portion of the interview, Dr. Thomas Graf, Associate Chief Medical Officer, Population Health, Geisinger Health System, Danville, PA, shares his deeper knowledge about accountable care organizations (ACOs) now that Geisinger has been involved in this pilot project for 5 years.
In addition, Dr. Graf provides his thoughts about the long-term workability of the ACO model as the nation’s healthcare system continues to evolve. He also discusses how there are challenges associated with the ACO model for health systems; however, it is the best option for controling costs and building a value-based delivery system.
Trump Administration’s Message to Supreme Court Puts New Wrinkle in Braidwood Case
February 21st 2025The Trump administration argues that HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr can overrule the US Preventive Services Task Force to determine the preventive services covered under the Affordable Care Act.
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Varied Access: The Pharmacogenetic Testing Coverage Divide
February 18th 2025On this episode of Managed Care Cast, we speak with the author of a study published in the February 2025 issue of The American Journal of Managed Care® to uncover significant differences in coverage decisions for pharmacogenetic tests across major US health insurers.
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Abortion in 2025: Access, Fertility, and Infant Mortality Updates
February 20th 2025While Republican state-led efforts aim to increase restrictions to abortion care and access to mifepristone and misoprostol in 2025, JAMA authors join the conversation with their published research and commentary.
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