4 Signs that disruption is accelerating in healthcare delivery Rebecca Fogg 4 Signs that disruption is accelerating in healthcare delivery Disruption has been painfully slow to emerge in healthcare delivery. But new players and new money targeting long-unmet needs suggest it's taking hold. Oct 10, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
How Star Trek can help you remember this fundamental principle of Disruption Theory Rebecca Fogg How Star Trek can help you remember this fundamental principle of Disruption Theory A lesson from the legendary sci-fi franchise drives home the point that in business innovation strategy, circumstances are everything. Sept 25, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
Tools that create change: Lessons from the U.K.’s health system Christensen Institute Tools that create change: Lessons from the U.K.’s health system As the U.K. celebrates the 70th anniversary of its National Health Service, guest blogger Dr. Vikram Devalia explains how its founder mobilized stakeholders around his vision. Sept 11, 2018 Christensen Institute
Can CMS’ proposed ACO changes really help Medicare beneficiaries? Rebecca Fogg Can CMS’ proposed ACO changes really help Medicare beneficiaries? Financial incentives to receive primary care services won't remove all barriers to patients' engagement with their health. But they're a start. Sept 6, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
Do tech giants need to think bigger about healthcare interoperability? Rebecca Fogg Do tech giants need to think bigger about healthcare interoperability? To help address social determinants of health, companies pledging to drive frictionless data-sharing within healthcare need to do so across sectors, too. Aug 30, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
Gawande’s listening. But can he disrupt healthcare? Rebecca Fogg Gawande’s listening. But can he disrupt healthcare? Skeptics doubt his qualifications for CEO of the Amazon-JP Morgan-Berkshire Hathaway venture. But Disruption Theory suggests he's an inspired choice. Aug 13, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
The potential of telehealth in managing rare diseases Christensen Institute The potential of telehealth in managing rare diseases Living with a rare disease can be incredibly isolating. Fortunately, the healthcare industry's embrace of telehealth may help give these underserved populations a voice. July 24, 2018 Christensen Institute
What every healthcare manager should ask before hopping on the integration bandwagon Rebecca Fogg What every healthcare manager should ask before hopping on the integration bandwagon "Integration" sounds like a great idea. But ambiguity around its definition and potential outcomes can dilute the impact of strategies to achieve it. June 19, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
In this innovative program, barbers cut hair and health risks Rebecca Fogg In this innovative program, barbers cut hair and health risks Patients need help overcoming physical, psychological and social barriers to engagement with chronic disease interventions. This Los Angeles-based program provided it. May 31, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
Are narrow networks the future of healthcare? Ryan Marling Are narrow networks the future of healthcare? Insurers offering a less comprehensive network of providers are building a foothold as a low-cost option for price-sensitive consumers. Are they our future? May 16, 2018 Ryan Marling
Will Walmart lead the way for retail entrants in healthcare? Ryan Marling Will Walmart lead the way for retail entrants in healthcare? Could Walmart make a splash in Medicare Advantage by seeking to acquire Humana? It has already built capabilities as a self-insured employer that could help it stand out from the competition. Apr 16, 2018 Ryan Marling
Lessons from the UK: Prescriptions for art classes, financial advice, and more Rebecca Fogg Lessons from the UK: Prescriptions for art classes, financial advice, and more The evidence is clear: health depends on more than medical care. What's not clear is the best way to address the broader determinants of poor health. Could social prescribing help? Apr 10, 2018 Rebecca Fogg