Between 2000 and 2018, the use of biomarkers in oncology clinical trials grew from 15% to 55%, for good reason. The use of biomarkers in cancer care enables personalized treatment options, revolutionizing the way oncologists diagnose and treat cancer patients. Biomarkers can help identify the most effective therapies for individual patients. Despite the proven benefits of biomarker testing, however, many cancer patients still face barriers to accessing this essential tool due to prior authorization. By automating the prior authorization process, oncologists can expedite personalized cancer care, increasing the chances of successful outcomes and reducing unnecessary treatments. Prior authorization creates roadblocks… Read entire article here
April 18, 2023
News Flash: Myndshft Prior Authorization Software Part of Newly Launched Google Cloud Claims Acceleration Suite
by Susan Lawson-Dawson | News
As the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) 2023 Global Health Conference & Exhibition kicked off yesterday, Myndshft announced a collaborative solution with Google Cloud to streamline prior authorization submission and status monitoring. End-to-end prior authorization automation The new Google Cloud Claims Acceleration Suite leverages Myndshft to enable quick and seamless submission of prior authorization requests. Myndshft supports near real-time benefits verification, including an accurate calculation of out-of-pocket costs using healthcare providers’ contracted rates and patients’ exact benefits; pre-check of prior authorization requests for errors, missing information, and medical necessity; submission through the health plan’s preferred submission path; and… Read entire article here
The Windy City, aka Chicago, has a rich history, and not just as the birthplace of the world’s first skyscraper or where the first atom was split in 1942 at the University of Chicago. It’s also the site where the nation’s first open-heart surgery was performed in 1983, making it a fitting location for this year’s Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Global Health Conference and Exhibition. In mid-April, players from across the global healthcare ecosystem—from healthcare providers and payers to regulatory officials and health IT vendors—will converge to learn about the latest advancements in healthcare technology, network with… Read entire article here
Did you know that April is “Stress Awareness Month”? The designation first began in 1992, but stress, burnout, and mental health weren’t exactly headline news back then. Times certainly have changed. As in other areas of life, the COVID-19 pandemic exposed and exacerbated stress—especially among the healthcare workforce—but it also acted as a catalyst, bringing more visibility to the issue. Stress is a major contributor to health issues, including mental and physical conditions. In the workplace, stress can lead to decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, and poor morale. One area where stress is especially prevalent is in healthcare organizations, and that’s… Read entire article here
