Plus, Epic releases open-source AI validation tool

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May 25, 2024
 

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UPMC's layoffs were the start of a McKinsey-guided 'transformation,' documents show

An internal presentation obtained by Fierce Healthcare outlined April's “tough, but necessary" layoffs as one part of a broader look at the nonprofit system's operations, for which it has partnered with the consulting firm McKinsey & Company.
 

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UnitedHealth chief Andrew Witty was 2023's highest-paid payer CEO. Here's what his peers earned

The CEOs of the six major national insurers earned a combined $122.9 million in total compensation in 2023, according to a Fierce Healthcare analysis of annual proxy filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Epic releases open-source AI validation tool for health systems

Six weeks after announcing it was developing an AI validation software tool for healthcare, Epic has launched the open-source tool on Github to help health systems test and validate AI models.

Optum layoffs: Ohio facility closing, 129 employees impacted

UnitedHealth Group subsidiary Optum continues to lay off its workforce. Stay up to date with the latest news and information.

Precision medicine company Tempus AI files to go public

Founded in 2015, Tempus says it’s built the world’s largest library of clinical and molecular data along with an operating system to make those data accessible and useful for providers to inform patient care.

Hims & Hers expands weight loss program to include access to compounded GLP-1 medications

Six months after launching its weight loss program, online health and wellness company Hims & Hers added compounded GLP-1 medications to its offerings.

Centivo acquires virtual-first medical provider Eden Health to expand its reach with employers

Centivo, a health plan for self-funded employers, acquired virtual-first medical provider Eden Health to broaden its reach with employers and expand to all 50 states.

Optum Rx puts emphasis on predictability with new pricing model

Optum Rx is rolling out a new pharmacy model that seeks to make drug costs more predictable and transparent for clients.

Cityblock partners with Centene again—this time in Florida

Cityblock is deepening its ties to Centene. Tuesday, the two companies announced a new partnership in Florida stressing improved primary care and care coordination services.

Express Scripts, CPESN team up to support independent pharmacies in providing key services

Express Scripts will partner with CPESN in the latest evolution of its IndependentRx Initiative, which aims to boost independent and community pharmacies.
 
Fierce podcasts

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Hospitals grapple with generic drug supply shortages

In this week's "Podnosis" episode, Fierce Healthcare’s Dave Muoio talks with Allan Coukell from Civica Rx about generic drug shortages. Coukell discusses the impact on healthcare providers, recent strategies to strengthen the drug supply chain and advice for organizations facing these shortages.
 

Resources

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The Health Equity Index: How Health Plans Can Get Ahead

Medicare Advantage plans: learn how to leverage data, personalize social risk factor screenings, and collaborate for better health outcomes in our white paper, The Health Equity Index: How Plans Can Get Ahead of the Curve.

 

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