Health data

Combining claims and clinical data provides better understanding of health ‘in real time,’ says data director Colt Courtright.

Atul Gawande, MD, who has written extensively about the U.S. failure to grapple with healthcare spending, will lead the new initiative.

Details are sparse but an announcement says there will be a focus on using tech to drive better outcomes.

Apple’s current Watch has a more basic heart rate monitor, but the company is increasingly pushing to turn its luxury fashion accessory into a serious medical device.

The reinsurer is set to offer life and health clients the startup’s mobile-based musculoskeletal rehabilitation program for policyholders.

The number of incidents has risen rapidly in recent years, but organizations are learning from their mistakes and making improvements.

But challenges of implementing the technology include regulatory issues, incomplete data, lack of skilled employees and executive support.

Medical liability insurer selects Information Builders' analytics suite.