Oklahoma-Based Specialty Infusion Co. Acquires InfuseAble Care

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FlexCare Infusion Centers, a patient-first platform of ambulatory infusion centers, has announced the acquisition of InfuseAble Care, an ambulatory infusion center provider operating six clinics throughout Greater Phoenix, Tucson and Lake Havasu, Arizona. With the InfuseAble Care acquisition, FlexCare expands its platform into its third state, now operating 11 AIC clinics with … [More]

Collecting Vaccination Status Exposes Organizations to Significant Privacy Risk

by Dan Clarke

While the status of an enforced vaccine mandate hangs in the balance, the number of employers now requiring employees to disclose their vaccination status or test on a regular basis has become widely prevalent — and this has created a number of privacy-related risks that most organizations may not be aware of or prepared for. Collection of vaccination status and testing … [More]

QC Kinetix: New Regenerative and Joint Pain Clinic 

by Adam Lunceford

According to the American Chronic Pain Association, chronic pain is the No. 1 cause of disability in the U.S. Those who suffer from chronic pain often feel many side effects from impact of their injury. This includes reduced mobility, increased chance of addiction to pain medication, and an extreme emotional and physical toll on the body. I speak from experience, having … [More]

Magellan Healthcare Launches New Digital Emotional Wellbeing Program

Magellan Health

Magellan Healthcare, one of the nation’s leaders in behavioral health and a division of Magellan Health, Inc., will soon launch a new Digital Emotional Wellbeing program that helps members improve overall health and wellbeing, manage stress and build resilience in a confidential manner. Beginning January 1, 2022, participating Magellan members with emotional concerns … [More]

Getting a COVID-19 Booster More Important Than Ever with Omicron Spreading Quickly

Arizona Department of Health Services

The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is urging Arizonans to get their COVID-19 booster dose as soon as they can because of the rapid spread nationally of the Omicron variant and the potential for more breakthrough cases among vaccinated people. Those who have yet to be vaccinated also should act now to get the protection offered by safe, free, and highly effective … [More]

Partnership to Expand Footprint with Three New Ambulatory Surgical Centers

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Atlas Healthcare Partners, in partnership with Banner Health, today announce the addition of new ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) in Chandler, Tucson and Northern Scottsdale, Arizona. This brings the total to 24 Banner Surgery Centers in Colorado and Arizona for the Banner/Atlas Healthcare Partners Network. The rapid addition of centers has dramatically increased access to … [More]

Equality Health Gets Investment to Accelerate National Expansion

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Equality Health, a leading value-based care organization uniquely equipped to address the needs of diverse and historically underserved populations, today announced an equity investment from Finback Investment Partners. Finback's leadership team consists of Co-Founders and Managing Partners former Florida Governor Jeb Bush, George Huber, Jack Oliver, and Jeb … [More]

Magellan Healthcare and DUOS to Offer Personal Assistant for Aging and Behavioral Health Support

Magellan Healthcare, Inc.

Magellan Healthcare, the behavioral health division of Magellan Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGLN) today announced a program to connect older adults with companionship and care coordination to manage social isolation, healthcare access and behavioral health needs while supporting their independence. This program is offered through a collaboration with DUOS, a digital health company … [More]

Innocent Habits You Must Break to Stay Safe in A COVID World

by Tricia Holderman

The two-year onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic, continuing with the rise of the Delta and Omicron variants, has taken center stage in every aspect of life, not the least of which is the consumer world. While vaccinations have helped re-open the door to public interaction, the virus still spreads, deaths mount, and many customers are more concerned than ever about infection … [More]

How to Manage Your Most Important Product in 2022 – You

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As the calendar flips to 2022, uncertainty in the future is casting a shadow over the annual optimism associated with the start of a new year. Nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, a survey reports high percentages of U.S. adults are struggling with daily decisions because they’re stressed about the virus. Over 60 percent of respondents in The Harris Poll said the … [More]

Dec. 15 Still the Best Deadline to Buy Marketplace Health Insurance, Despite Extensions

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An extended deadline can encourage procrastination, but this is no year to wait to compare your health coverage options for Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans. Healthinsurance.org released today four reasons why – for many – it’s best to enroll by Dec. 15. “The longer open enrollment period may seem like extra wiggle room during the busy holiday season, but for most marketplace … [More]

Nashville Medical Co. Acquires Medical Office/Surgery Center Building in Phoenix Suburb

Montecito Medical

Montecito Medical, a premier owner of medical office properties throughout the U.S., has completed the acquisition of a 68,000 square-foot medical office building in the Phoenix, Arizona, suburb of Avondale. The three-story Akos Medical Office Building, which is fully leased, includes a multi-specialty ambulatory surgery center (ASC), a state-of-the-art imaging suite, … [More]

Phoenix Bioscience Startup That Delivers Lifesaving Medicines for Difficult-to-Treat Cancers Gets $50M

OncoMyx Therapeutics

OncoMyx Therapeutics, a privately-held immuno-oncology platform company, today announced the closing of a $50 million Series B financing, co-led by Lumira Ventures and B Capital Group with participation from LYZZ Capital and all Series A investors: Boehringer Ingelheim Venture Fund, Delos Capital, Xeraya Capital, Korea Investment Partners, City Hill Ventures, and Madison … [More]

Health Plan Delivers Lower Costs and a Patient-Focused Health Care Experience for Arizonans

UnitedHealthcare

UnitedHealthcare has introduced a new health plan that offers consumers in Southwest Arizona personalized and seamless customer support as well as the opportunity to save up to 15% on premiums. The Doctors Plan of Arizona provides access to quality, affordable, patient-focused health care for people with employer-sponsored health coverage in Arizona's Maricopa and Pinal … [More]

New Facility Provides Convenient Way for Southwest Valley Patients to Receive State-of-the-Art Medical Imaging Services

Apricus Health

Apricus Health, Arizona’s homegrown health care company providing members a one-on-one relationship with healthcare providers and value-based care, has opened its first medical imaging center at the company’s AKOS Medical Campus, 10825 W. McDowell Rd., Suite 110, Avondale. The Apricus Imaging Center will provide a convenient way for Apricus Health patients to receive … [More]

Hybrid Work: Fad or Future?

by Mike Hunter

While many U.S. professionals are embracing hybrid work arrangements, new research from talent solutions firm Robert Half, “The Future of Hybrid Work,” shows a majority of companies anticipate a full return to the office once the pandemic ends. According to a survey of more than 2,800 senior managers in the U.S., 71% of respondents said they will require their teams to be … [More]

Healthcare Model Integrates Mental Health Care

by Johnwick Nathan

There is a mental health crisis in the United States, one that has been difficult to meet the demands of. State-run facilities do their best to aid those who are in need of care, but resources are stretched thin. Local facilities are unable to provide more permanent fixes or long-term treatments for ailments due to the vast numbers of patients. In Arizona, for example, where … [More]

Health Insurance for the Gig Economy

by Mike Hunter

The Association for Entrepreneurship USA and Hooray Health, an affordable benefit solution that provides nationwide access to healthcare, have teamed up to provide health insurance to self-employed individuals and those working in the gig economy. Smashing industry norms, Hooray Health’s approach uses Urgent Care with basic insured benefits that give people first-dollar … [More]

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