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Soleo Health Unveils Pharmacy in Jackson, MS; Marks Pharmacy Entry Into State

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Monday, April 29, 2024
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Soleo Health , a national provider of complex specialty pharmacy services, announced today the opening of its latest pharmacy and ambulatory infusion center (AIC) in Ridgeland, Mississippi.

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  • Soleo Health , a national provider of complex specialty pharmacy services, announced today the opening of its latest pharmacy and ambulatory infusion center (AIC) in Ridgeland, Mississippi.
  • The new Soleo Health Jackson location, at 1250 E. County Line Road, Ridgeland, Mississippi, 601.427.4510, is a state-of-the-art pharmacy supporting patients in their homes or at its ambulatory infusion center.
  • Soleo Health Jackson specializes in providing biologic and infusion therapies for patients with complex, rare and ultra-rare diseases and autoimmune disorders.
  • “Soleo Health identified an opportunity to expand its reach in Mississippi by bringing its complex specialty pharmacy services to the marketplace.

24 Hour Home Care Is Proud to Announce That Its President of Community Supports, Simon Close, Has Been Appointed to the National Aging in Place Council Board of Directors

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Monday, April 29, 2024
Nursing, Health, Consumer, Seniors, Other Health, Managed Care, General Health, Education, Medi-Cal, Council, Elderly care

24 Hour Home Care, an award-winning, non-medical, home care provider today announced its President of Community Supports, Simon Close, will serve on the National Aging in Place Council® (NAIPC) Board of Directors.

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  • 24 Hour Home Care, an award-winning, non-medical, home care provider today announced its President of Community Supports, Simon Close, will serve on the National Aging in Place Council® (NAIPC) Board of Directors.
  • The five-person Board oversees the senior support network that connects service providers with older homeowners, their families, and caretakers.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Simon Close as a board member,” says Tara Ballman, Executive Director of the NAIPC.
  • For more information about 24 Hour Home Care and its services, please visit 24hrcares.com .

Jane Pauley Community Health Center and AndHealth Celebrate Ribbon Cutting of Retail + Specialty Pharmacy, Improving Community Access to Medication

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Monday, April 29, 2024
Other Retail, Dental, Specialty, Other Health, Managed Care, Health, Pharmaceutical, General Health, Retail, Health system, Prescription, Community health center, Pediatrics, Insurance, Partnership, Patient, Hoosier, OB/GYN, State, Hospital

Jane Pauley Community Health Center (JPCHC) and AndHealth will celebrate the opening of JPCHC’s retail and specialty pharmacy on May 8th, 2024.

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  • Jane Pauley Community Health Center (JPCHC) and AndHealth will celebrate the opening of JPCHC’s retail and specialty pharmacy on May 8th, 2024.
  • The ribbon cutting marks the expansion of pharmacy services where patients can access prescription, specialty, and over-the-counter medications, regardless of insurance coverage or income.
  • JPCHC’s in-house specialty pharmacy services are powered by a partnership with AndHealth, an Ohio-based healthcare company that helps CHCs radically improve access and outcomes to specialty care.
  • “At Jane Pauley Community Health Center, we have always maintained a focus on providing whole-person care to the communities we serve.

AccentCare Announces the Appointment of Andy Johnston as President, Hospice & Personal Care Services

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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AccentCare ("the Company"), a nationally recognized leader in post-acute health care, today announced the appointment of Andy Johnston as President, Hospice & Personal Care Services (“PCS”).

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  • AccentCare ("the Company"), a nationally recognized leader in post-acute health care, today announced the appointment of Andy Johnston as President, Hospice & Personal Care Services (“PCS”).
  • Johnston also served as Chief Operating Officer at U.S. Renal Care, the nation’s third largest dialysis company.
  • In this newly created role at AccentCare, he will report directly to Tortorella and will join the executive leadership team.
  • AccentCare provides post-acute care services, including home health, hospice, and palliative care, in more than 250 locations across 31 states.

Easterseals Northern Indiana Chooses Sandata As Their I/DD Agency Management Platform

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Monday, April 29, 2024
Health, Technology, Managed Care, Software, Health Insurance, Data management, Respite care, Disability studies, Partnership, Recreation, Data collection, Growth, Disability

Sandata solutions are designed to enable provider agencies to recognize operational efficiencies, optimize data collection, reduce costs, and support the continued growth of the exceptional services that Easterseals Northern Indiana provides the community.

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  • Sandata solutions are designed to enable provider agencies to recognize operational efficiencies, optimize data collection, reduce costs, and support the continued growth of the exceptional services that Easterseals Northern Indiana provides the community.
  • Founded in 1954, Easterseals Northern Indiana provides support to thousands of people with disabilities and provides Direct Support Professionals with meaningful career opportunities.
  • Sandata understood our business challenges and provided effective solutions,” said Donna K. Elbrecht, CEO of Easterseals Northern Indiana.
  • “In addition, Sandata was able to share their vision for data management around preventive health metrics and value-based payments.

Dr. David Rhew, Global Chief Medical Officer & Vice President of Healthcare at Microsoft, to Address Rural and Community Healthcare Professionals at TruBridge National Client Conference

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Monday, April 29, 2024
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TruBridge, Inc. (NASDAQ: TBRG), a healthcare solutions company, will host their annual National Client Conference, “The Next Step ,” April 29 - May 2, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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  • TruBridge, Inc. (NASDAQ: TBRG), a healthcare solutions company, will host their annual National Client Conference, “The Next Step ,” April 29 - May 2, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • Highlighting the collaboration with TruBridge and their commitment to the Trustworthy & Responsible AI Network (TRAIN), Dr. David Rhew, Global Chief Medical Officer & Vice President of Healthcare at Microsoft , will address more than 900 TruBridge conference attendees at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, during the General Session.
  • Wes Cronkite, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at TruBridge, and Rhew will discuss the direct benefits of their collaboration for rural and community healthcare, including investments in Azure data and AI solutions.
  • In collaboration with the healthcare leaders that have joined the consortium, TruBridge will bring immediate value with its perspective as a champion for rural and community healthcare.

Managing Total Cost of Care is a Top Goal but Access to Reliable Data is Challenging, the Latest Trends in Specialty Drug Benefits Report by Pharmaceutical Strategies Group (PSG) Found

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Monday, April 29, 2024
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Pharmaceutical Strategies Group (“ PSG ”), an EPIC company , released its annual Trends in Specialty Drug Benefits Report , co-sponsored by Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, detailing the complexities of specialty drug access and affordability.

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  • Pharmaceutical Strategies Group (“ PSG ”), an EPIC company , released its annual Trends in Specialty Drug Benefits Report , co-sponsored by Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, detailing the complexities of specialty drug access and affordability.
  • The proprietary research spotlights how employers and health plans are navigating the increasingly complex landscape of specialty drug access for patients.
  • Advancements in drug therapies allow patients with conditions treated by specialty drugs to live longer and have improved quality of life.
  • Top concerns are access to reliable data on the total cost of care impact of medications, followed by the affordability of specialty drug cost-sharing amounts for members.

Inspira Health Appoints New Members to Network Board of Trustees

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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At its most recent meeting, the Inspira Health Board of Trustees approved the appointment of two new members: Melissa Ritter Hermanson, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, CASC and Michael Shevlin.

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  • At its most recent meeting, the Inspira Health Board of Trustees approved the appointment of two new members: Melissa Ritter Hermanson, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, CASC and Michael Shevlin.
  • As the governing body of the health system, the Board is responsible for overseeing and providing guidance for operations and planning.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240429274407/en/
    Michael Shevlin was appointed to the Inspira Health Board of Trustees.
  • Additionally, Germano contributed immensely during his 12-year tenure, serving as the Finance Chair on the Inspira Network Board for many years.

RestorixHealth and Accurate Healthcare Announce Strategic Arrangement

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Monday, April 29, 2024
Insurance, Medical Supplies, Hospitals, Diabetes, Professional Services, Practice Management, Managed Care, Health, Pharmaceutical, Education, DME, Accuracy and precision, Growth, Nursing

RestorixHealth, the nation’s leading wound care solutions company, and Accurate Healthcare (Accurate), a national provider of Part B billing services and durable medical equipment (DME), are pleased to announce they have entered into an arrangement to form an industry-leading service provider of products, equipment and supplies to the skilled nursing industry.

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  • RestorixHealth, the nation’s leading wound care solutions company, and Accurate Healthcare (Accurate), a national provider of Part B billing services and durable medical equipment (DME), are pleased to announce they have entered into an arrangement to form an industry-leading service provider of products, equipment and supplies to the skilled nursing industry.
  • As a result of the arrangement, RestorixHealth will no longer provide Part B product supplies to residents in skilled nursing facilities, following a customary transition period.
  • Under the arrangement, Accurate will also offer continued employment opportunities to key RestorixHealth employees focused on this market and purchase certain assets.
  • “And for RestorixHealth, under this arrangement, we will benefit from the instantly renewed focus on our core business, where we have tremendous growth opportunities.”

HD Nursing Honored as Silver Stevie® Award Winner in 2024 American Business Awards®

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Monday, April 29, 2024
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HD Nursing , the leading patient safety solution that combines predictive analytics with individualized fall and pressure injury prevention, was named the winner of a Silver Stevie® Award in the Company of the Year - Health Products & Services category in the 22nd Annual American Business Awards®.

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  • HD Nursing , the leading patient safety solution that combines predictive analytics with individualized fall and pressure injury prevention, was named the winner of a Silver Stevie® Award in the Company of the Year - Health Products & Services category in the 22nd Annual American Business Awards®.
  • "In receiving this esteemed recognition, the entire HD Nursing team is deeply honored and inspired to continue our mission of advancing patient safety," says Amy Hester, PhD, RN, BC, FAAN, chairwoman and CEO, HD Nursing.
  • The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.’s premier business awards program.
  • “By combining predictive analytics with individualized interventions, HD Nursing has successfully reduced falls and pressure injuries in healthcare settings, leading to significant improvements in patient outcomes.