Nomi Health CEO: “The pharmacy is the front door to the health system”
CEO Mark Newman explains how retail pharmacies are becoming central to care delivery and the direct-pay model reshaping health care.
Health care
Health care funding on the line in shutdown showdown
A prolonged government shutdown would result in significant disruptions to health care funding and oversight.
ACA subsidy expiration could cost providers $32 billion
Researchers warn that ending subsidies could threaten community care access and increase financial pressure on providers.
Most health care workers plan to change jobs within a year
With 84% of employees feeling underappreciated and half ready to leave, experts warn the industry is losing staff faster than it can replace them.
Remote patient monitoring market to top $40B by 2032
Home healthcare settings are projected to account for nearly one-third of RPM device demand in 2025.
Albertsons signs 'Make Health Technology Great Again' pledge
The goal is to enable patients to securely share and access their health information across various networks.
Health care rare bright spot in weakening job market
While most industries struggle, health care continues to hire, but tariffs could test its resilience.
UnitedHealth Group discloses DOJ investigation into Medicare billing practices
The company emphasized it has “full confidence in its practices” and is “committed to working cooperatively” with federal investigators.
Democrats and Republicans agree: GLP-1 medications should be covered by Medicare and Medicaid
New national poll reveals stark contrast between public opinion and RFK Jr.'s proposed cuts to vital health programs.
Senate panel advances RFK Jr.'s nomination to be health secretary
The committee voted for RFK Jr. 14-13, sending his nomination to the Senate floor for a vote, probably next week.
Public Citizen: Trump's pause on federal health communications must end by February 1, 2025
According to news reports, the Trump administration has paused most public communications from health agencies through February 1, 2025.
Vizient’s 2025 Trends Report gives a strategy and investment roadmap for health care leaders
Pharmacy innovation, advanced analytics and AI will drive success in the coming year.
NACDS responds to HHS extending “PREP Act” for pharmacy access
The move by HHS will help maintain continuity of patients’ access to pharmacies as states continue to achieve strong progress in enhancing their policies.
Food Is Medicine gains momentum
The drive to make Food Is Medicine a mainstay of retailers’ role in health care is gaining momentum, according to the two trade associations most closely involved with the effort.
Three health care distribution industry trends to watch
The latest Factbook reveals that approximately 95 percent of all pharmaceutical sales moved through the traditional distribution segment in 2023, among other key findings.
U.S. News recognizes Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D companies for top beneficiary benefits
Seven national companies awarded for performance in screening & prevention, care continuity and highest satisfaction.