Innovation/New Models of Care
To provide a safe alternative to the ED and help people before they experience a mental health crisis, University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, Vt., and several other organizations worked together to open the Mental Health Urgent Care in October 2024.
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The AHA Next Generation Leaders Fellowship focuses on developing leaders and empowering them to bring about real and lasting change in the hospitals and health systems in which they serve, as well as our field overall.
The Food and Drug Administration Jan. 30 announced it approved Journavx (suzetrigine) oral tablets, a first-in-class non-opioid drug, to treat moderate to severe acute pain in adults.
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation yesterday released its 2024 Report to Congress that includes updates on 37 models and initiatives (including nine new models), 52 evaluations and other activities from October 2022 through September 2024. During the report period, CMMI stated that鈥
Health system leaders are building a robust governance and resilient operating model to transform health care delivery models for the future.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Dec. 4 announced that drug manufacturers bluebird bio, inc. (manufacturer of Lyfgenia) and Vertex Pharmaceuticals (manufacturer of Casgevy) will participate in its Cell and Gene Therapy Access Model.
The AHA 2025 Health Care Workforce Scan is based on the latest reports, studies and other data sources and offers valuable insights into the workforce landscape, as well as practical guidance from experts and peers to help your organization navigate the future of the health care workforce.
Since opening its doors in 1824, Hartford HealthCare鈥檚 Institute of Living has prioritized providing quality care and 鈥渕oral treatment鈥 to patients and families. The institute鈥檚 team is now introducing the concept of 鈥渞adical recovery鈥 as it works to reshape behavioral health care.
The American Society for Health Care Risk Management Sept. 5 announced two AdventHealth hospitals in Florida will receive its 2024 Innovation Award. AdventHealth Dade City and AdventHealth Zephyrhills are being recognized for the success of their falls prevention program.
Virtual nursing was introduced a couple of decades ago, but it鈥檚 getting a fresh look thanks in large part to its successful use during the height of the pandemic.