HHS promoting open enrollment with the help of retailers, websites

With the launch of two open enrollment cycles behind it, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has turned its attention to promoting HealthCare.gov with a growing list of partners.
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Websites improve for second open enrollment cycle

Health insurance websites, including exchange sites, health plan sites and aggregator sites, are on an upward trend since the rocky debut in 2014 of HealthCare.gov. » Details

Providers and payers share responsibility in making antimicrobial stewardship programs a priority

Although the focus on combating antimicrobial resistance has historically been on providers, industry best practices suggest that a more collaborative approach is needed that brings together all stakeholders—providers, payers, and patients—to share responsibility in combating this growing challenge. » Blog

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