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Pharmacogenomics (PGx) is a core element of precision medicine,  reducing the likelihood of adverse drug reactions and optimizing therapeutic efficacy.  We will review and discuss the latest evidence on improving outcomes and affordability for certain ...

Employers typically work with a variety of partners to execute their health care strategy. This guide provides suggestions on how to evaluate solution providers, health plans, PBMs, vendors, and other partners on their commitment to a whole person health ...

The Office of the Lehigh County Controller is on the frontlines of identifying county government waste and inefficiency, proposing solutions and savings alternatives. As the first line of defense against corruption, abuse and wasteful spending ...

A recent survey revealed that employees and retirees value retiree health benefits while employers are challenged by competing cost pressures. As the market dynamics of retiree medical have evolved, so have access and affordability issues. Some ...

Health equity is the opportunity for everyone to receive the health care they need and deserve, regardless of social or economic status. Telehealth is an important tool to improve access to care for racially and culturally diverse communities. In this ...

A bill was introduced in November 2022 to address inaccurate healthcare provider listings or “ghost networks” and create stronger enforcement standards to protect those seeking mental health care. In addition, there has been a flurry of other mental health-related ...

With the United States experiencing the “triple threat” of viral infections due to respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza and COVID-19, the best protection against illness is prevention, including essential self-care. Employers/purchasers play an ...

This resource is a turnkey tool employers can use to remind employees and their families of the importance of prevention, early detection, and management of chronic illness to help them be their healthy best in all aspects of their lives.

The National Alliance, the Alliance of Community Health Plans (ACHP), and UPMC’s Center for High-Value Health Care (the Center) have partnered to chart a shared path to drive whole person health forward. By combining their unique perspectives, they have ...

This Special Edition Action Brief , “Using Evidence to Inform Health Strategy and Value-based Benefit Design,” is a roadmap to help healthcare purchasers use evidence-based findings to inform the design of value-based benefits. The 5 action steps are ...

Pulse of the Purchaser, a national survey of employers, was conducted in August and September 2022 The survey gauged concerns and views of employers around the following: Workforce environment Hospital price and quality transparency Health ...

National Alliance coalition members from across the country will share their experiences in prioritizing and activating health equity initiatives in their markets. They will share case studies, lessons learned, and future plans for driving health equity ...