Fair Square Medicare is a tech-enabled senior concierge healthcare platform. Today, they announced $15 million in Series B funding. Define Ventures led the round with participation from Slow Ventures and YCombinator (YC), as well as angel investors. To date, the company has raised $19 Million. [Read more…]

Today, the American Council of Cannabis Medicine announced that they have selected and participated in the NHCSA Building Bridges Program. To foster understanding and provide resources to the health care sharing sector and its millions of members throughout the country. [Read more…]

Numinus Wellness Inc. (“Numinus”, the “Company”) (TSX: NUMI) (OTCQX: NUMIF) is pleased to announce the acquisition (the “Transaction”) of Novamind Inc. (“Novamind”) has completed, following Novamind’s receipt of a final order from the BC Supreme Court. As a result of the acquisition, Numinus now operates 13 wellness clinics, four clinical research facilities and a dedicated psychedelics research lab – positioning the company as a leading integrated mental wellness company providing ketamine- and psychedelic-assisted therapies. [Read more…]

NRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc., (Nasdaq : NRXP, NRx Pharmaceuticals), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical firm, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration denied the Breakthrough Therapy designation (BTD). The FDA denied ZYESAMI (r) (aviptadil). It emphasized the company’s NRX101 BTD compound for Bipolar Disorder associated with Suicidality and its NRX-101 BTD drug. Based on the positive findings of a subgroup analysis of patients treated with Aviptadil and placebo, and who had respiratory failure due to Critical COVID-19, the request for BTD was made. [Read more…]

King Insurance (or the “Company”), is a fast-growing, full-service brokerage that offers a wide range of property and casualty insurance products as well as employee benefit solutions. Today, King Insurance announced the acquisition of The Wurzel Agency, Inc. (“Wurzel Insurance”) [Read more…]

eHealth, Inc. (NASDAQ : EHTH) released results from a survey involving more than 2,800 Medicare beneficiaries. The survey explored their satisfaction with their Medicare Advantage plans. [Read more…]

Curated mental Health, P.L.L.C., an innovative psychiatry practice in New York City, announced today they have entered into an agreement to partner Brooklyn Minds Psychiatry, P.C., and Mind Centers, Inc., its associated management services organization. [Read more…]

WorXsiteHR has teamed up to offer employees a completely free medical plan called HealthWorX. This is in order to help US businesses and employees regain lost revenues and address new hiring and retention problems. [Read more…]

RazorMetrics’ recent survey of consumers about drug costs revealed some unexpected results. Healthcare consumers still want their doctor to lead, despite the rise in savings apps driven by consumers. According to the survey, 80% of respondents said they would prefer that their doctor choose a lower-cost drug for them and make it happen automatically. [Read more…]

The Frontiers of Digital Health is the premier open access publication on digital health. It features a new approach to personalized behavioral interventions for historically underserved communities. Kelsey Lynett Ford (DrPH) and Ashley B. authored the program and article that showcase an innovative perspective on behavioral design and equity. The case study from COVID-19 vaccine illustrates this point. West, PhD; Amy Bucher, PhD; and Chandra Y. Osborn, PhD. [Read more…]

Braxia Scientific Corp. (CSE: BRAXF (OTC: BRAXF (FWB: 4996), a medical research firm with clinics that provide innovative ketamine treatments to people with depression and other disorders, provided today an update on its leading research role in the psychedelics sector. Braxia Scientific’s research team continues to develop innovative treatments for depression. This includes potential ketamine derivatives. Braxia Scientific also continues to conduct multiple psychedelic-based clinical trials. This adds to the Company’s growing proprietary data that will be used to inform future drug development. [Read more…]

After decades of legal scrutiny, psychedelics such as MDMA and psilocybin were granted a stamp by Health Canada for medical purposes. The Canadian legislation allows the use of psychedelics for medical purposes beyond palliative care. This is a significant breakthrough for health professionals and advocates calling it a major step forward in the treatment of serious or life-threatening conditions. This is a great news for patients who are interested in psychedelic treatment for mental illness. It will also offer Compass Pathways (NASDAQ CMPS), ATAI Life Sciences, NASDAQ:ATAI), Revive Therapeutics Ltd.(OTCQB:RVVTF), Mind Medicine/MindMed (NASDAQ :MNMD), (NEO:MMED), Numinus Wellness (TSX :NUMI), (OTCPK :NUMIF), which are currently conducting clinical trials on various psychedelics) a smoother path to approval. [Read more…]

Braxia Scientific Corp. (CSE: BRAXF (OTC: BRAXF (FWB: 4996), a medical research firm with clinics that provide innovative ketamine treatments to people with depression and other disorders, recently provided an update on its leading research role in the psychedelics sector. Braxia Scientific’s research team continues to develop innovative treatments for depression. This includes potential ketamine derivatives. Braxia Scientific also continues to conduct multiple psychedelic-based clinical trials. This adds to the Company’s growing proprietary data that will be used to inform future drug development. [Read more…]

The American College of Emergency Physicians and the American College of Radiology (ACR) brought a lawsuit against federal government. The lawsuit claimed that the interim final ruling (IFR), on surprise medical billing, goes against the No Surprises Act language and will ultimately hurt patients and access to care. [Read more…]

As a token of appreciation for Spectrum Health employees’ dedication to caring for the community during the COVID-19 epidemic, Meridian Health Plan of Michigan and Apple Spice Catering Company teamed up to deliver 900 boxes lunches to Spectrum Health employees. [Read more…]

Psilocybin and ketamine, which is the active ingredient of magic mushrooms, are promising drugs for treating mental disorders. Psychoedelic-assisted therapy clinics are becoming more focused on the patient experience, and not just the use of ketamine or other psychedelic drugs therapies. The therapy is being seen as a part of the overall experience and not the final word. Experts believe that this new direction, which combines digital mental health therapy and psychedelics with other mind-altering substances, can lower the cost of care and improve patient outcomes and protocols. [Read more…]

Douglas Pharmaceuticals Ltd (Douglas), a privately held New Zealand-headquartered pharmaceutical company, today announced positive top-line data from its multinational, randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind Phase 2 study of R-107 designed to investigate the efficacy and safety of R-107 (ketamine 30, 60, 120 or 180 mg) versus placebo for TRD. The study was carried out in New Zealand and Australia, Singapore, Taiwan, and 2021. 168 patients were randomized. [Read more…]

The Emergency Department Practice Management Association (EDPMA), an organization representing the practice of Emergency Medicine, filed an amicus brief, along with Texas ACEP and Virginia ACEP, in support of the Texas Medical Association’s and Dr. Adam Corley’s lawsuit against four federal agencies challenging the legality of an interim final rule issued in September implementing dispute resolution in the No Surprises Act (Rule). [Read more…]

Sensely, a virtual assistant pioneer, announced a partnership with Krungthai AXA Life Insurance. This Thai-based carrier provides health insurance to around 500,000 members. Krungthai AXA Life, a Thai-based carrier that provides health insurance to approximately 500,000 members, has incorporated Sensely’s technology into its Emma application. This powerful digital solution offers policyholders access to a variety of healthcare services and policy information through one application. [Read more…]

Osigu is the most trusted real-time claims and e-prescription platform for Latin America. It announced today that it has secured $7.5 Million in a new round led by IDC Ventures. Jose Vargas, cofounder of Healthcare.com (a leading digital insurance company), was also involved. This funding will allow Osigu to expand into Colombian markets and improve its ML algorithms, AI features, as well as expand Osigu’s reach. [Read more…]

Servatus Ltd is an unlisted Australian biopharmaceutical firm and global expert in the development and identification of new autoimmune therapies using live microbial biotherapeutics. It has received strong support from its sophisticated shareholders. [Read more…]

NeuroSense Therapeutics Limited. is a clinical-stage biotechnology firm that focuses on developing and discovering treatments for neurodegenerative diseases such as ALS, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s. It today announced pricing for its initial public offering. Each unit consists of one ordinary share and a warrant that allows the right to purchase one share at $6.00 per share. This will generate gross proceeds of $12,000,000. NeuroSense also granted the underwriter a 45 day option to purchase an additional 300,000 ordinary shares and/or 300,000. warrants at the initial price. This is in addition to the underwriting discounts, commissions, and underwriting commissions. NeuroSense’s warrants and ordinary shares have been approved to be listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market. They are expected to trade on December 9, 2021, under the ticker symbols “NRSNW” and “NRSNW.” [Read more…]

Radius Health, Inc. (“Radius”) and Menarini Group (“Menarini”) shared details about the elacestrant data of the EMERALD study. These results were presented at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. The data was presented by Dr. Aditya Barhia, MD as a “Late Breaker”, and shared in an oral presentation. [Read more…]

Today, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, I AM ALS and the ALS Association issued the following statement regarding today’s passage of ACT For ALS in Congress: [Read more…]

CB Intelligence today introduced Jasper Health, an intelligent platform that offers care guidance and navigation to people with cancer, at its third annual Digital Health150 event. This event showcases 150 of the most promising private digital healthcare companies around the globe. CB Insights’ annual Future of Health event featured the unveiling of Digital Health 150 for 2015. [Read more…]

TruHearing and Fidelity Security Life Insurance Company have partnered to create a hearing insurance plan. This will allow benefits professionals to offer hearing benefits as an additional offering similar to vision and dental. TruHearing’s strategic partnership with Fidelity Security Life Insurance Companysup>(r) will allow for increased access to hearing benefits for employees, unions, and public sector groups. It also raises awareness about the importance of hearing care. The plan offers health insurance coverage through fixed indemnity benefits that cover hearing exams and hearing aids. The premium can be paid by an employee or the employer. You can either use it as a standalone benefit or combine it with other benefits. [Read more…]

Gravie was named to Inc. 2021 Best in Business List in the Insurance category at the gold medal level. Inc.’s Best in Business Awards recognizes 147 companies who have made a significant impact on society. Gravie, a health benefits company that makes it easier for people to access and purchase healthcare, was also included in the accompanying article: “A Health Insurance Plan That You Won’t Hate?” This is the Mission of This Company. ” [Read more…]

NCCI recently surveyed over 100 workers compensation insurance professionals to find out what tops their minds are. The survey, which has been conducted annually for over two decades, highlights key considerations for each new year. [Read more…]

AXA Hong Kong (AXA), a leader in Employee Benefits insurance, continues to improve its services for working people with a commitment towards protecting all aspects of their mental and physical wellbeing. AXA offers two new services for its Employee Benefits customers in Hong Kong [1] to improve mental health support and make related services and treatments easier to all employees and their dependents. The only mind health network includes general practitioners (GPs) with a psychology qualification and psychiatrists and clinical psychologists. A new digital one-stop platform for psychological consultation called Mindhealer on Emma, AXA’s mobile app. [Read more…]

Aaliance Insurance (“Aaliance”) joined ETAO to offer healthcare insurance solutions that complement ETAO International Group (“ETAO”) fully integrated digital health ecosystem. This includes medical, research, and insurance services. Aaliance’s insurance products meet the needs of patients by providing access to ETAO’s top-quality medical services at a reasonable price. Aaliance’s customers are looking for superior health management, disease prevention and high-quality treatment services. The ETAO digital healthcare ecosystem offers solutions to their problems. The partnership between ETAO & Aaliance enhances health maintenance services and reduces costs for both Aaliance & ETAO. [Read more…]

Integrity Marketing Group, LLC (“Integrity”), a national distributor of life, wealth and health products, announced today that it had acquired PIPAC Life & Insurance Brokerage (“PIPAC”), an independent marketing agency (“IMO”) based out of Cedar Falls, Iowa. Greg Saul (President of PIPAC) and LeaAnn Saul (Vice President of PIPAC), will be Managing Partners in Integrity as part of the transaction. The financial terms of the transaction are not known. [Read more…]

Northwell Health – GoHealth Urgent Care was awarded a Pinnacle Award by the Healthcare Association of New York State. Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care was honored for its implementation and monitoring of antibiotic safety protocols (ASP) in its large-scale urgent care network. [Read more…]

Bright HealthCare is pleased to announce new options for Floridians who are eligible for Medicare Advantage (MA), Marketplace, and other healthcare plans in Sarasota. Residents in Sarasota and the surrounding counties will have access to Bright HealthCare’s Individual and Family Plan, (IFP), and Medicare Advantage through network partnerships with Sarasota Memorial and First Physicians Group. [Read more…]

Bright HealthCare 1 is pleased to announce that University of Florida Health has joined its provider network in Northeast, North Central, and Central Florida. University of Florida Health accepts other health plans in addition to Bright HealthCare. Bright HealthCare members living in Jacksonville, Gainesville Leesburg, The Villages and Leesburg will now have access University of Florida Health doctors and hospitals. [Read more…]

The Arkansas Health Insurance Marketplace is open for enrollment until January 15, 2022. The federal Health Insurance Marketplace offers affordable options for Arkansas residents looking for health insurance. [Read more…]

Express Scripts Canada Pharmacy is Canada’s first online pharmacy. It launched a marketing campaign to remind Canadians about their leadership in Canadian pharmacy expertise and their experience in the crowded Canadian market. [Read more…]

Centene Corporation (NYSE : CNC) has signed a definitive agreement for the sale of a majority stake U.S. Medical Management, LLC to Rubicon Founders, Valtruis, a WCAS business; Oak HC/FT and HLM Venture Partners. Centene will keep a minority share in USMM. [Read more…]

Zing Health, a Medicare Advantage provider, has eliminated referral requirements and reduced the number of procedures that require prior authorization. Point-of-service plan members will be charged the same copays for Medicare-covered services both within and outside of their network. [Read more…]

Medicare Advantage members who are Wellcare Medicare Advantage have in-network accessibility to Dedicated Senior Medical Center’s providers. Since April 1, 2021, in-network access to Wellcare has been available, hundreds of Wellcare members have already chosen Dedicated as their primary care provider. [Read more…]

Medicare Advantage members who are Wellcare Medicare Advantage now have in-network accessibility to Dedicated Senior Medical Center’s providers. Since July 1, 2021, in-network access to Wellcare was granted, hundreds of Wellcare members have already chosen Dedicated as their primary care provider. [Read more…]

Open enrollment is rapidly approaching, and many Americans want to make changes to their insurance policies. While the pandemic is the most important factor for many, some are also considering the cost of their insurance policies. [Read more…]

Aflac A leading provider of supplemental insurance products in America Today, Insider Pro and Computerworld announced that the insurance company was named one The 2021 Best Places for IT Work Ranked No. 16 — Up one spot 2020 — among the largest information technology companies headquartered Aflac is a 21st century American company that appears on the prestigious annual U.S. list Time as a company that offers challenging work and growth opportunities. Best-in-class employee engagement and compensation, as well as benefits, training, and benefits. [Read more…]

Bend Financial (Bend), a leading provider of HSAs (health savings accounts) in the industry. Today, the official announcement was made about the addition of existing WellCare Health Plans To its board of directors, Kenneth “Ken” Burdick, CEO. As the first Burdick, an independent director on board, will provide strategic advice direction for Bend’s continued expansion and a focus in the future Health plan space. [Read more…]

Thomas McLaughlin has been appointed to Westchester, Chubb’s wholesale excess- and surplus insurance company. Executive Vice President, Casualty Practice. As such, Mr. McLaughlin will be responsible for product and business development. Underwriting operations and performance in profit and loss. [Read more…]

Geisinger Health Plan expanded its Children’s Health Insurance Program coverage (CHIP), GHP Kids to eight additional Pennsylvania counties. This provides parents with an alternative option for children who are not insured for any reason. [Read more…]

Demandforce announced today the launch of Insurance Check, a new feature makes it easier for Vision Care practices to use the online service. Search in real-time for patient eligibility and benefits. [Read more…]

Kaiser Permanente, the largest national integrated, non-profit health care provider, announced Jenny J. Ming, a seasoned retail executive, has been appointed to the Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc., and Hospitals boards. [Read more…]

Today http://c212.net/c/link/ “>eHealth, Inc. (NASDAQ: EHTH), the leading private online marketplace for health insurance It announced the publication its inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG report), which details the company’s ESG strategy. Performance for 2020 Calendar Year. You can find the complete report here accessed via the eHealth Investor Relations Website. [Read more…]

South Bend Orthopaedics, a nationally recognized orthopaedics practice, is Orthos Inc. has partnered up with practice to bring about the first-of-its kind implementation Technology where providers and patients can share their experiences with Healthcare is the most difficult: slow authorizations, insurance mistakes, and High out-of-pocket costs. [Read more…]

A new study According to Chubb, cybersecurity is a top priority for Americans. Cyber risks are growing and actions have not caught up with them yet. Significant changes in our daily lives, work and activities. caused by the COVID-19 epidemic. [Read more…]

These new ventures extend upon agilon health’s attempts to enhance and accelerate the increase of risk-based versions of maintenance in key geographies throughout the nation by introducing a comprehensive working platform for integrated delivery and payment. [Read more…]

Orthopedic patients May now schedule their own appointments with Physicians and physician assistants in six Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) places. By clicking’Schedule an Appointment’ on the home page of their clinic’s site, www.rushortho.com, patients may select initial available or the most convenient appointment times for engaging clinicians. For individuals who favor conventional scheduling by telephone, this alternative will be accessible. [Read more…]

Health Transformation Alliance (HTA) Published results based on The paid claims data of 1.8 million U.S. workers of their HTA member-owners and their relatives. The study consists of the indirect effect of COVID-19 on non-COVID-19-related pharmaceutical and medical usage and prices from January to October 2020 in comparison to January to October 2019. The entire report can be obtained here: [Read more…]

Magnolia Health, in collaboration with its parent company, Centene Corporation, has recognized Dr. Angel Johnson of Hattiesburg Clinic – Purvis Family Practice Clinic with a national award for clinical excellence. [Read more…]

Chubb has announced two new leadership appointments for its North America Financial Lines division. [Read more…]

Leigh Anne Sherman has been appointed Division President of ESIS, a Chubb company, and a leading third-party claims administrator. [Read more…]

In 2008, Superior HealthPlan partnered with Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) to become the first managed care organization in the country to provide statewide health care for children and youth in foster care. [Read more…]

Meridian in Michigan and the Centene Institute for Advanced Health Education™ have announced the Centene Institute Youth Impact Award for Vaping Prevention, a curriculum and contest for adolescents ages 14 through 19 to raise awareness about vaping, e-cigarette use and prevention. [Read more…]

(“Gateway Health”), a leading managed care company specializing in caring for its”overall health” of its associates, and Bridges Health Partners LLC, a Clinically Integrated Network, today announced that they have entered an Accountable Care Organization (ACO) partnership. [Read more…]

Gravie, the leader in defined contribution health benefits, today announced the hiring of Thomas Sass as vice president of business development. [Read more…]

Banjo Health, a startup pioneer in AI-driven prior approval solutions, has signed a philosophical arrangement with ELMCRx Solutions, LLC, a pharmacy benefits management and cost containment company located in Pennsylvania, to improve existing prior approval reporting and management procedures via smart, clinician-focused solutions. [Read more…]

eHealth, Inc. and an affiliate of H.I.G. Capital (“H.I.G.”), a leading global alternative investment firm, have entered into a binding agreement to make a $225 million investment in the Company by purchasing convertible preferred stock. [Read more…]

The Health Transformation Alliance (HTA)has reached a major milestone in 2020. In the four years since the HTA was formed, the cooperative has saved its member companies $1 billion in healthcare costs. [Read more…]

Built In announced recently that GoHealth was honored in its 2021 Best Places To Work Awards. Specifically, GoHealth earned a place on 100 Best Places to Work in Chicago. The annual awards include companies of all sizes, from startups to the enterprise, nationally and in the eight largest tech markets. [Read more…]

The transformational company formerly known as MyMedicalShopper has completed its rebranding as Talon. [Read more…]

Integrity Marketing Group, LLC (“Integrity”), the nation’s largest independent distributor of life and health insurance products, has acquired CSG Actuarial (“CSG”), the industry’s foremost quoting technology platform and data solution for the senior health and life insurance marketplace. [Read more…]

The Fedeli Group, one of Ohio’s largest independent employee benefits and risk management consulting firms, has acquired KAZ Company, an Independence, Ohio based brokerage firm focused on Medicare education and service. [Read more…]

Chubb has earned the highest customer satisfaction rating in the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Small Commercial Insurance Study. Chubb is receiving this prestigious award based on its performance in five key customer satisfaction factors including claims, interaction, billing and payment, policy offerings, and pricing. [Read more…]

Aurobindo Pharma Limited (NSE: AUROPHARMA) (BSE: 524804) (Reuters: ARBN.NS) (Bloomberg: ARBP:IN) and COVAXX, a US-based company, have entered into an Exclusive License Agreement to develop, commercialize and manufacture UB-612, the first Multitope Peptide-based Vaccine to fight COVID-19, for India and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) agency. [Read more…]

The Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF, Russia’s sovereign wealth fund) announces the delivery of the first batch of 300,000 doses of Sputnik V, the world’s first registered vaccine against coronavirus, to Argentina. [Read more…]

INOVIO (NASDAQ:INO), a biotechnology company focused on bringing to market precisely designed DNA medicines to treat and protect people from infectious diseases and cancer, has announced the publication of peer-reviewed Phase 1 clinical data from the first cohort of 40 participants for its COVID-19 DNA vaccine candidate, INO-4800, in EClinicalMedicine, an open access clinical journal published by The Lancet. [Read more…]

Two cases of a new SARS-CoV-2 variant, which originated in South Africa, have been identified in the UK. [Read more…]

Millions of Americans set lofty resolutions and fitness goals to kick off 2020…which were promptly kicked to the curb when the COVID-19 pandemic turned our lives upside down. [Read more…]

Therap Services, the long-standing national leader providing software solutions for HIPAA-compliant electronic documentation for providers in Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) and the broader Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS), introduces its Sandata Aggregator Interface for providers in Arizona. [Read more…]

Minhas Sask Ventures Inc. is recalling The People’s brand Meadilicious taste of Pina Colada flavoured fortified wine from the marketplace because it contains milk which is not declared on the label. [Read more…]