More than 36 million people live in counties across the United States where high rates of chronic disease are exacerbated by low rates of broadband connectivity. Unsurprisingly, 60% of rural counties saw the highest rates of chronic illness coupled with the lowest rates of broadband access and adoption.

Is Value-Based Care Making a Difference?

Early results on value-based payment initiatives show mixed results, but that may improve with time since the value-based care trend is forging ahead with many passionate backers. Moving away from the old fee-for-service healthcare model to a value-based system isn’t just about enhancing outcomes, it’s also a way to rein in rising healthcare costs and put the patient at the center of their care, health leaders say.

CBO Greenlights Telehealth Provisions in Senate’s CHRONIC Care Act

Last week, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) concluded that a key piece of telehealth legislation, the CHRONIC Care Act of 2017, would not, overall, increase or decrease Medicare spending.

Home Health CEOs Seek Growth Through Hospital Deals, Personal Care

The move to value-based payment systems and managed care can be advantageous for home health agencies — as long as savvy operators know how to navigate the new landscape by focusing on partnerships and the rising importance of personal home care.