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That’s a wrap on another week in #healthcare. Highlights from the week include: + Mental health startup Headway raised $100m led by Spark Capital, increasing its valuation to $2.3B https://lnkd.in/eU_pBv_M + Ellit Groups, a healthcare IT consulting firm, forms a strategic partnership with private equity firm Lumerity Capital https://lnkd.in/gqu5PVW5 + Huma, a healthcare AI startup, raises $80M in Series D https://lnkd.in/eHddkMwa + HarmonyCares, a home-based care provider, raised $200M in capital led by General Catalyst and McKesson Ventures https://lnkd.in/gFpKn43j + Nabla, the leading AI assistant for clinicians, partners with Carle Health to implement its AI copilot technology https://lnkd.in/eiGdQ8yV + Regard, an AI-powered clinical insights platform, raised $61m in Series B led by Oak HC/FT https://lnkd.in/ejc7sQdw    + DaVita Kidney Care, one of the nation's largest dialysis providers, agrees to pay $34M to resolve allegations of kickbacks to induce referrals to DaVita Rx, a former subsidiary that provided pharmacy services for dialysis patients https://lnkd.in/eCUvtfbH + A U.S. District Judge pauses a CMS rule capping compensation for Medicare Advantage brokers https://lnkd.in/eAg9SD2b + Vermont is the latest state to sue PBMs, Evernorth and CVS, for driving up prescription drug prices https://lnkd.in/ermdkHBk + CMS’s first “No Surprises Act” audit aimed at ensuring compliance with the surprise billing prohibition, found Aetna overestimated and underestimated qualifying payment amounts for air ambulance services https://lnkd.in/eA8P-jAf + CMS issues the final part two guidance for the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan to provide beneficiaries with Medicare prescription drug coverage the option to spread the costs of their prescription drugs throughout the calendar year https://lnkd.in/exB57Riz + HHS announces $27.5m in funding aimed at improving women’s behavioral health across the country https://lnkd.in/gBimKE6q

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What's the most important go-to-market decision Brightside Health has made? On Category Visionaries, Brad Kittredge (CEO of Brightside Health) shared their pivotal moment: Most mental health startups were running away from high-risk patients. Brightside ran toward them. "You know what happens when you refer those people out? Those patients are a hot potato. No one wants to take them because no one's trained specifically or very few providers are trained specifically to treat suicidality. And everyone perceives it as a risk. And by the way, it's hard enough to get a routine appointment, let alone an urgent suicide risk appointment." Instead of referring these cases out like everyone else, Brightside built a crisis care program specifically for high-risk patients.Why? Because the hardest cases drive the majority of healthcare costs. By focusing on what others avoided, they: - Differentiated in a crowded market - Became invaluable to insurance partners - Solved real problems others ignored The lesson? Sometimes the biggest opportunity lies in the problems everyone else is too afraid to tackle. Listen to Brad's full episode here: https://lnkd.in/dk8zTRHX #HealthcareTech #HealthTech #GTM #gotomarket

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Break down your health vision into strategy and tactics to ensure long term health habits. Check out the full essay for more. #strategy #health

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Identifying the right Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) involves a mix of objective data & subjective measures. On the latest Health Marketing Collective episode, Julia Steele Rodriguez provides her top tips for strategic identification & engagement: https://lnkd.in/gMKZdxj6 #healthmarketing #healthmarketingcollective #keyopinionleaders #healthmarketingpodcast #KOLprogram #podcast #newpodcast #healthcarepodcast

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How can patient success and brand success reinforce each other? In the second installment of her series on patient-centricity, our Chief Patient Experience Officer Jessica Lens-ter Berg explains how the two goals are not mutually exclusive. 👇

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🌟 We’re Launching Our Podcast: Walk the Valley! 🌟 If you’re an entrepreneur, you’ve likely heard of or even faced the Valley of Death—that critical stage where great innovations risk dying before they ever reach the market. And for many in healthcare innovation, there isn’t just one valley—there are several at every stage of development. Each one is a race against time and funding, where uncertainty is high, and the right strategy can mean the difference between failure and success. Will and I wanted to dive into these challenges that’s why we created Walk the Valley, a podcast that breaks down the barriers to bringing healthcare innovation to market. 🎙️ In each episode, we sit down with entrepreneurs who’ve been through it all—those who’ve navigated these valleys and emerged stronger on the other side. You’ll hear their stories, their strategies, and tips that just might help you tackle your own challenges. 🌐 Visit our website to learn more and take your first Walk in the Valley. https://lnkd.in/g3UTZAiY We can’t wait to share these incredible insights with you! #WalkTheValley #HealthcareInnovation #Entrepreneurship #ValleyOfDeath #StartupJourney

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🚀 Exciting Day One at HLTH 2024! 🚀 Yesterday marked Adhera Health's first time attending HLTH, and what an incredible experience it has been! Our team dove right into the sessions, starting with "Child-proof Care Models," moderated by Mark Del Monte, President of the American Academy of Pediatrics. The panel, featuring experts from Blue Cross Blue Shield, Boston Children’s Hospital, and Hazel Health, sparked essential discussions around asynchronous care and its efficiency for care teams and families. A key takeaway was the importance of ensuring that digital health solutions cater to the most vulnerable populations, not just those who can pay. This echoed sentiments we heard during our time at Rock Health. The panel encouraged digital health startups to think outside the box with metrics, such as reducing school absenteeism among children—something we at Adhera Health are passionate about! We then attended the session titled "1 in 5: Addressing the Child Obesity Epidemic," where Jason Langheier, CEO/Founder of Foodsmart, emphasized that tackling childhood obesity requires a family-centered approach. The entire panel agreed that education is crucial in preventing this growing issue. Finally, we wrapped up the session part of the day with the session titled "40 Million Children," highlighting the significant number of children on Medicaid. The key message? Engagement is far more critical than technology itself. Post-sessions, our team had the opportunity to connect with several enthusiastic investors who are excited about our whole-family care approach to pediatric chronic conditions. If you're at HLTH, come check us out at the ScaleHealth Pavilion (#3210 - Kiosk #13)! We’re eager to share our vision and collaborate with others dedicated to improving pediatric health outcomes. #HLTH2024 #AdheraHealth #PediatricHealth #DigitalHealth #ChronicConditions #HealthEquity #ChildObesity #FamilyCare

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🔑One key takeaway from this week’s #AAIC24 conference? No matter how good your Alzheimer's investigational therapy is, it holds little value if it can’t be clearly and coherently communicated toward physicians, patients, and caregivers. ​ Your website is a great resource for improving your company’s outreach to these audiences! Whether you’re trying to recruit patients for a clinical trial or simply want to share more information about your drug in a more lay-friendly manner, our team can help you design and create the perfect subpage. ​ We have experience (like 25+ years experience!) in helping multiple types of organizations create physician and/or patient-focused subpages, from small and large biotechs to nonprofits.  ​ Reach out today to learn how we can help your company as well!

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On this segment of the Collective Quickfire, we ask Chief Growth Officer, Brian Jones: - What's the best piece of advice you've ever received? - What's more important: short-term results or long-term investment in the brand? - How do you stay ahead of various market developments and trends? - Startup mentality or corporate strategy: What's more important for growth? - What's the best podcast episode or book on either leadership or marketing that you've consumed recently? Watch the segment for some unexpected, candid answers: https://lnkd.in/gju4nABk #healthmarketing #HITmarketing #healthcaremarketing #healthcarepodcast #healthmarketingpodcast #healthmarketingcollective #podcast #newpodcast

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Check out the most recent episodes now on-demand from: Value-Based Care Insights - On this episode Daniel J. Marino sits down with Cindy Mahal DNP, MS, RN, CNOR, Chief Administrative Officer of Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center Center, to explore the challenges #nurses face in achieving alignment and how to overcome them. They’ll uncover insights into key strategies administrators can implement to empower nurses, giving them a voice and enabling them to not only align but also lead. #VBCInsights Lumina Health Partners Healthcare de Jure - Host Matthew Fisher is joined by George C. Pappas, CFCHE, CEO at Intraprise Health. They discuss security as facilitator for operations; improving attention to details of security procedures; thoughtful approach to vetting vendors; building better vendor management for security. #HCdeJure This Just In - Justin Barnes, FHIMSS records live at #GAHIMSS in Atlanta. This week Justin opens the event with his producer Roberta Mullin and long time friend of the show Mike Mosquito, CHCIO, MBA, PMP, CDH-E. Then Justin closes out the show with GA HIMSS President-Elect & Piedmont Eastside IT Director, Sepideh (Sepi) Browning FHIMSS, FACHE, CHCIO, eFACHDM, MHA/MPH, PMP, CHISL. #ThisJustInRadio #HealthUnaBASHEd - Hosts Gil Bashe and Gregg Anthony Masters, MPH welcome Shaheen E Lakhan, MD, PhD, FAAN, a brilliant physician, scientist, neurologist, and pain medicine specialist who is also the Chief Medical Officer of Click Therapeutics, Inc.. They discuss the recent clinical trial results for CT-132, a prescription digital therapeutic aimed at treating episodic migraines. With nearly 1 billion people worldwide suffering from migraines, this is a huge area of unmet need. Their approach is unique in that they are not seeking to replace traditional therapeutics but rather complement them, providing patients with a more holistic treatment option. The trial demonstrated a reduction of up to three migraine days per month, which is a significant improvement in the quality of life for sufferers. #WhatsMyTagline - Carol Flagg welcomes Stephanie Kindlick and Nicole Hoy. Stephanie and Nicole lead the marketing team at MRO, a leading healthcare data management company helping providers, health plans, and other users exchange clinical data. They join Carol to discuss the use of #AI technologies in marketing and to talk about the company’s recent MEGA re-brand. PopHealth Week - Hosts Gregg Masters and Fred Goldstein meet Ashley Reynolds, PhD, RN, Chief Product & Experience Officer at Glytec. They discuss innovating glycemic care. Glytec s a health tech company revolutionizing the management of glycemic control in healthcare settings. Ashley is an acknowledged expert in digital health and the use of technology to promote health and #patientengagement. HealthcareNOWradio.com https://lnkd.in/e-7GERiV

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Key lessons from some of today's biggest #diagnosticlaboratory and #healthcare headlines: 1. A thoughtful #MarketAccess approach is key to keeping even the sexiest businesses going, and 23andMe is a great example. If you do not address the needs of the US #payers and #regulators, your risk of going from a unicorn to penny stock over time is high. #ScientificFounders should be thinking about #ROI and how their technology provides value to the system from day one. 2. #FemaleCEOs are amazing, powerful, and relentless. Regardless of the successes and failures, a leader that is willing to pivot their strategy and turn away investment opportunities that do not fit is a leader to watch... and maybe even bet on in the long run. Agree? Disagree? #touchytopicTuesday #MarketAccess #payers #healthcare #DTC https://lnkd.in/g55BakMM

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📣 Last Call! Don't miss the 2024 Healthcare Trends Survey - download & dive in: https://lnkd.in/esUVG87a 💡What's inside: 🟪 20 questions to reveal how companies & advisors embrace #selffunding strategies, assess #healthcare priorities, implement key cost-savers & find success or roadblocks. 🟪 Analyzed responses from hundreds of insurance consultants & executives (#ceos, #cfos, #controllers & #hrmanagers) – ranging from midsize to large organizations & independent, regional & large advisory firms. 🟪 Summary of Key Findings: Notable comparisons & divides in responses, priorities & experiences among the respondents. Uncover mixed feedback on self-funding adoption, fear of limited choice, clear alignment on cost drivers/employee priorities & room for massing self-funding opportunity. Keith Lemer | Dave Earle | Megan Chiarello | Zach Messing | Shelly Kelsey | Zachary Pitcher | Heidi Hina, CSFS | #insurancenews #insuranceinsights #employeebenefits

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Q1 saw the lowest #digitalhealth funding since pre-pandemic times, with investments slowing and healthcare organizations rethinking tech options. While digital tools are vital, they've contributed to #burnout and #digitalhealthfatigue. Healthcare entities are now focused on reducing this burden, and vetting strong client support is key. Neena Patel, MHA, CSM, and Chordline’s VP of Client Success, shares insights in Healthcare Business Today on what to consider when investing in digital health and how to identify top-notch #customerservice in vendors. Read her thoughts here: https://lnkd.in/eXxrtwU8

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Fatigue can be frustrating and disruptive, especially when generic health advice doesn’t seem to help. This is where personalized health comes into play. To truly help your clients, it’s essential to take a comprehensive approach—analyzing their DNA, lab results, symptoms, lifestyle, and health goals. This deeper understanding can reveal the root causes of their fatigue. 🧬 For instance, an MMP26 gene variant might be contributing to their fatigue, especially under stress or physical activity. Or their lab results could indicate deficiencies in key nutrients like Vitamin D or iron. By addressing these specific factors with tailored recommendations, you can guide your clients toward effectively combating fatigue and improving their overall health. At SelfDecode, we empower practitioners with tools like DecodyGPT, the world’s first AI health assistant. DecodyGPT analyzes all your clients' health data to provide on-demand, personalized recommendations that are truly tailored to their unique needs. Help your clients uncover what’s really behind their fatigue and deliver the personalized insights they need to thrive. Get started with SelfDecode today: https://rb.gy/95mgjc #patientcare #healthcare #healthcareinnovation #aiinhealthcare

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Live on The Frequency Blog: How Do Companies Ensure Inclusivity in Health Benefit Offerings? In our quest to uncover strategies for inclusive health benefits, we’ve gathered insights from CEOs and Founders, focusing on the most impactful approaches. From implementing a flexible cafeteria plan to introducing a customizable benefits system, discover the five key strategies these leaders advocate for meeting diverse employee health needs. https://lnkd.in/gTiwVRBJ

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