Archive for July, 2008

Former CareFirst CEO’s severance package cut in half

Maryland's insurance commissioner found the $18 million deal excessive.

Aetna tries paying patients to take their meds

The health plan is sponsoring a study to look at whether the prospect of a lottery prize can boost patients' drug adherence.

Don’t quit on smokers: If at first they don’t succeed…

As smoking continues to take a toll on the nation's health, physicians are provided an evidence-based guideline to help patients quit.

Success seen with tailored diabetes education

A review shows that the use of community-based health advocates and the adaptation of dietary and lifestyle advice were effective tools.

E-prescribers see Medicare bonus, but late adopters will face pay cut

Meanwhile, the government proposes new rules that would lift the ban on e-prescribing of controlled substances.