A new Workplace Wellness Survey report published by the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) and Greenwald Research finds caregiving workers are slightly older on average, more likely to work part-time than non-caregivers, stressed about finances and are challenged to juggle work and caregiving responsibilities. The 2023 WWS included an oversample of caregiving workers … [More]
New Poll: Arizonans Support Clean Air and Climate Action More than Ever
Arizonans are increasingly alarmed by air pollution and climate change and want policymakers to do more.
The American Lung Association in Arizona released updated polling that shows Arizona voters continue to support strong actions on clean air and climate change. Arizonans also overwhelmingly want to see policies to boost clean energy and solidly support efforts to encourage the transition to pollution-free vehicles. "Arizona has some of the worst air pollution in the U.S., … [More]
Partnership to Help Primary Care Providers Remain Independent, Thrive in Value-Based Care Model
Equality Health, a leader in value-based care, and Datavant, a leader in health data exchange for VBC organizations, announced a partnership to deliver to PCP practices in the Equality Health Network an automated, data exchange integration between Equality Health's CareEmpower® platform and practices' EHRs. CareEmpower is Equality Health's proprietary technology that enables … [More]
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona Selected to Continue Serving Arizona Long-Term Care System
Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), the state’s Medicaid agency, has announced its intention to award UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona as one of two organizations to administer its Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) EPD program for individuals who are elderly and/or have a physical disability. UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona … [More]
Arizona Complete Health Awarded Statewide Long-Term Care Medicaid Contract
Centene Corporation, a leading healthcare enterprise committed to helping people live healthier lives, announced that its subsidiary, Arizona Complete Health, the largest Medicaid health plan in Arizona, has been selected by the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) – Arizona's single state Medicaid agency – to provide managed care for the Arizona Long Term Care … [More]
Retain and Recruit Employees by Offering Healthcare Benefits
Deliver affordable benefits and keep the business competitive
There is an opportunity for business owners to retain and recruit employees by providing healthcare solutions. Fifty-one percent of employees say benefits will play a significant role in talent retention, according to a 2023 study by Team Stage, “Employee Benefits Statistics 2023: How Many Have Health Insurance.” Labor pools have tightened, and gig economy jobs like Uber and … [More]
3 Effective Tactics for Business Professionals to Stay Healthy during the Holiday Season
As we approach the year-end, holiday parties and charity galas can often lead to a buffet of temptations for entrepreneurs and business professionals alike. Navigating holiday feasts without compromising our waistline or wellness goals becomes a unique challenge. Here are some tailored strategies to ensure that decision-makers stay sharp, physically and mentally, throughout the … [More]
Addressing the Healthcare Staffing Shortage through Better Technology
Arizona desperately needs more nurses. Arizona ranks among the top five states with the most severe healthcare staffing shortages, with the demand for specialized nurses in Arizona projected to increase by 23% by 2025. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates 195,400 openings for registered nurses in the state from 2021 to 2031. Hospitals struggle to meet the demand … [More]
NICU Expansion Complete at Abrazo Arrowhead Campus
Abrazo Arrowhead Campus held a ribbon cutting today for its new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a $14 million expansion of the hospital’s services for preterm babies and high risk pregnancies. Expansion helps the hospital care for West Valley patients with complex maternal and neonatal medical conditions, obstetric and fetal complications, explained Julie Bowman, RN, Chief … [More]
HonorHealth Breaks Ground on Medical Campus at Peoria
HonorHealth, a leading Valley healthcare system serving more than five million people in the greater Phoenix area, broke ground today on their latest healthcare facility, HonorHealth Medical Campus at Peoria. The new medical campus will be a one-stop-shop for a variety of services including cancer care, primary care, physical therapy, gastroenterology, breast surgery, … [More]
Dignity Health Global Education Announces Strategic Rebrand to Improve Healthcare Staffing Shortage Crisis
Dignity Health Global Education (DHGE), a leading workforce development solutions provider, is announcing its strategic rebrand to OpusVi. This rebrand signals a renewed commitment to its mission of developing transformative workforce solutions to expand and elevate the care workforce by providing quality access at scale with its healthcare partners. A recent survey from the … [More]
Valleywise Medical Center Announces Opening Date for April 2024
As Valleywise Health moves toward the opening of its new 673,000 square-foot, 10-story hospital, leaders today announced that construction is 95% completed. Exteriors and infrastructure are finished, including electrical, plumbing and medical gasses. At this point the heavy focus and efforts are on testing systems, final inspections, touch-up and clean-up. “It’s beyond … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Opens New Arrowhead Campus
Phoenix Children’s, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pediatric health systems, will celebrate the opening of Phoenix Children’s Specialty Care — Arrowhead Campus on Wednesday, Nov. 8, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The new clinic, which will begin serving families on Wednesday, Nov. 15, is located at 6524 W. Sack Drive in Glendale. “Our commitment to the West Valley has … [More]
Dental Partnership Brings State-of-the-Art Family Dental Practice to Anthem
Alice Shaw, DMD and Jinah Yang, DMD will soon be offering dental services to the community of Anthem at their brand-new office, Gavilan Peak Dental Care. The new full-service, state-of-the-art family dental practice is set to open on Friday, December 15. Gavilan Peak Dental Care will be fully equipped with the latest products and equipment available in the dental industry, … [More]
ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Avondale Names New Medical Director
Dr. Alexander Morales has been named Medical Director of ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Avondale. The medical rehabilitation hospital serves patients with disabling injuries or illnesses such as strokes, brain injuries, hip fractures, spinal injuries, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, or other medically-complex conditions like COVID-19. A doctor of osteopathic … [More]
Banner MD Anderson Expands Treatment Space for Stem-Cell Transplant Patients
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center has opened its ‘3 South Stem Cell Infusion’ Tower, increasing the care space available for stem-cell therapy treatments in an outpatient setting. The 4,800 sq. ft. addition includes three infusion bays, six private infusion rooms, 10 exam rooms and two team workrooms, nearly doubling the available treatment space for stem-cell transplant … [More]
Health Insurer Adds New Features, Programs and Expands into More of Arizona
Banner|Aetna, a joint venture health plan owned by Banner Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, is offering Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance plans with additional benefits across more Arizona counties in 2024. Banner|Aetna will offer Silver plans at zero premium in Maricopa, Pima and Yuma counties for fully subsidized members. Now through Jan. 15, 2024, individuals … [More]
Bridging the Understanding & Satisfaction Divide in Healthcare Benefits
Employers invest considerable effort in developing benefits plans for their workforce. Nonetheless, it’s almost a given that questions arise among employees as soon as a plan is introduced. While employees are generally grateful to have plans for themselves and their families, they often question coverage quality, scope and value. Though disheartening for HR professionals … [More]
