A vast majority of hospitals and health systems i.e. 88 percent have invested in or plan to invest in remote patient monitoring (RPM) technologies. This is due to the transition that they are making to a value-based care model.
3 Technologies that boost patient experience, satisfaction
The medical industry is focusing on creating a better patient experience and improving patient satisfaction. Since, it's necessary to improve patient-provider communication, patient touches, interpersonal relationship between patients and providers, organizations are tapping health technologies to make patient experience better.
Untreated behavioral health conditions are a matter of concern?
A survey conducted by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in 2017 revealed that, the estimated 56.9 million US adults with a behavioral health condition, 7 out of 10 or 39.7 million adults don’t receive treatment for their conditions.
Anthem plans to acquire behavioral health provider Beacon Health Options
Anthem plans to buy Boston-based Beacon Health Options, which is the country’s largest independently held behavioral health engagement provider.
Mental health related insurance claims in the U.S. have risen
Mental health-related insurance claims in the United States have risen by 108% between 2007 to 2017, according to the new independent analysis from FAIR Health.