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Revolutionizing healthcare: The power of artificial intelligence in clinical workflows
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming workflows across industries,...
Control costs and improve outcomes through site of care optimization
Healthcare costs continue to skyrocket. According to the National Business Group on...
How did open enrollment go in 2024? 5 tips to make 2025 more successful
Open enrollment is a critical opportunity for employers and benefits teams to...
How can clinicians improve medication safety for look-alike and sound-alike (LASA) drugs?
Medication safety is a critical component of modern healthcare. Medication errors...
Zelta user success stories: Less stress, lower database costs, and fast-tracked clinical trials
Read about how Zelta brings database builds in-house, fast tracks clinical trials...
How supervised machine learning optimizes AI use in clinical trials
LLMs are frequently hailed as revolutionary tools in clinical trials. Read how...
The District of Columbia re-commits to Cúram as their Integrated Eligibility System in partnership with D2Sol
Cúram and D2Sol were selected by The District of Columbia to provide maintenance and...
Clinical trial trends in 2025: Investment headwinds, wearables, and targeted AI uses
This article originally appeared on Pharmaceutical Technology.2025 is set to be...
HEOR explained: Improving healthcare decisions with real-world evidence
How longitudinal closed claims data are advancing regulatory, epidemiology, and...
A toothy approach to innovating randomization in clinical trials
In a recent webinar, Solventum revealed how the Zelta eClinical platform helped...
Merge takeaways from RSNA to guide your 2025
Enterprise imaging strategies, the clinician’s view on cybersecurity, and more...
The people-first approach transforming eClinical processes
Adding a “human at the center” perspective can help optimize clinical data...
Reflecting on 2024 progress and partnering for the future
Discover how a customer-focused approach drove meaningful progress over the last...
Three ways AI can enhance radiology imaging workflows – right now
Some observations and proof points of how AI can help address the operational and...
The benefits of using the same clinical trials platform across phases
Sponsors can achieve greater efficiencies with a nimble clinical trials platform,...
How SaaS platforms are breaking the mold for clinical trials
With the right platform, SaaS systems can improve data accuracy, optimize costs, and...
From data to decisions: How Truven is shaping the future of healthcare
2024 has been a landmark year for Truven, filled with significant milestones and...
The evolution of Micromedex in 2024 and what’s next
As 2024 comes to a close, I’m excited to reflect on a transformative year for...
Three years into the No Surprises Act: Are you compliant with federal regulations?
Since January 1, 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has...
Morgan Health invests in Merative
Today, Morgan Health announced its investment in Merative as part of its mission to...
Zelta ranks as Major Contender in Everest Group’s 2024 Clinical Data and Analytics PEAK Matrix report
We’re excited to announce that Zelta has been positioned as a Major Contender in the...
Automation in action: Key lessons from Minnesota on auto-renewal enhancements
The Medicaid unwinding initiative presented a unique challenge to HHS agencies...
Summit Radiology selects Merge imaging solutions
Summit Radiology, a teleradiology practice based in northeast Indiana serving more...
How healthcare analytics help employers reduce costs and improve employee health
Year after year, employers grapple with rising healthcare costs that feel beyond...
Health literacy and patient education: empowering patients with the right tools for better health outcomes
Accessible education is essential for improving health literacy and outcomes, but...
Let the use case decide: The Zelta way on AI and supervised machine learning
For decades, when people thought of artificial intelligence (AI) what usually...
What makes digital transformation projects in the public sector successful?
Despite substantial investments and executive-level support, many digital...
Unlocking real-time insights: how on-demand analytics reduces latency for faster decision-making
When it comes to data-driven decision making, analytic latency can have a major...
Five questions to ask before choosing a real-world data provider
When you’re working with real-world data (RWD) in a clinical trial setting, you must...
Zelta user success stories: Faster timelines, cleaner data, in-house flexibility
This month we’re profiling just a few of the CROs, sponsors, biotech, and pharma...
Mortality data: Driving health research forward
Learn how the MarketScan Mortality Database can help generate insights, examine...
Merge September 2024 newsletter: Thank you for joining us in Hartland
Hi Merge customers, We loved having you all join us at our home in Hartland for...
The missing puzzle piece: Linking MarketScan claims data with Veradigm EHR data
This new healthcare database unlocks the whole picture of patient care at an...
Zelta ranked as a Leader in Everest Group’s 2024 EDC Products PEAK® Matrix Assessment
We’re excited to announce that Zelta has been officially ranked as a Leader in the...
Merative names Jeff Reid to lead Cúram
Effective today, 23 September 2024, Jeff Reid will be the executive vice...
Spotlight on patient safety: the global challenge of medication-related harm
Tackling medication errors is vital for patient safety, but how does clinical...
Optimizing value-based healthcare: 5 strategies for effective provider network management
In today's rapidly evolving American healthcare industry, the collaboration between...
Healthcare analytics to identify the right member, the right intervention, at the right time
Managing the health of your member population is an important responsibility, but...
Merge August 2024 newsletter: Last call for the Merge User Meeting
Hi Merge customers, I am looking forward to seeing you soon at our 2024 Merge User...
Gene therapy: How Veristat cut trial database costs by 30%
This piece originally appeared in Pharmaceutical Technology. The gene therapy...
How McFarland Clinic reduced downtime from months to minutes with a suite of medical imaging solutions
Chris Gunderson, PACS administrator for McFarland Clinic Health Ventures, shares...
How Duly Health and Care streamlined cardiology reporting with a Best in KLAS CVIS solution
Dr. Sujith Kalathiveetil, cardiologist and Director of Advanced Imaging,...
Hot topic: the emerging threat of microdosing chocolate bars and the critical role of Poison Centers in protecting public health
The Micromedex team speaks to America’s Poison Centers about their collaboration...
Trend outlook: artificial intelligence in government agencies – why now?
The growth and transformative potential of artificial intelligence is evident. As...
How a new PACS system helped Regional Medical Imaging simplify breast imaging workflows
Dr. Randy Hicks, owner and CEO of Regional Medical Imaging, an imaging service...
Merge July 2024 newsletter: Capping off a year of momentum with a Merge homecoming
Hi Merge customers, We are just two months away from our 2024 User Meeting in...
Healthcare price transparency: Insights on machine-readable files and shopping tools
We all dream of a world where we can quickly and easily shop for healthcare...
Truven Health Insights: Upgraded health analytics capabilities to meet pivotal moment in healthcare
One of the only certainties in healthcare is that change will happen fast and...
Optimize sample size and observation time: A case for employer-sourced administrative claims data
Closed administrative claims databases capture the complete range of healthcare...
Untapped opportunities: Fulfilling the promise of decentralized clinical trials
This piece originally appeared in Pharmaceutical Technology. The uptake of...
Momentum at Merge: Reflecting on 1 year of growth
It was just over one year ago that I joined Merge. As I pause and reflect on that...
Peer insights: Exploring a coordinated person-centered approach to human services
The Cúram team brought together government and agency peers from the health and...
Merge June 2024 newsletter: Introducing Merge Consulting Services
Hi Merge customers, We’ve heard from you loud and clear about the ongoing staffing...
4 ways the vaccine rush is defining infectious disease trends for CROs in 2024
This piece originally appeared on Pharmaceutical Technology. The global healthcare...
Maximize your insights: What happens when analytics algorithms are interconnected?
Data is arguably a company’s greatest asset. But that data is insignificant if you...
Navigating the complexities of pediatric care
Safe and effective care for the pediatric and neonatal population involves...
Merge May 2024 newsletter: Join our Innovation Partner Program
Hi Merge customers, Earlier this year, we reintroduced our Innovation Partner...
Three real-world data research and regulatory trends to watch in 2024 and beyond
The Professional Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research, known as...
Merative names Sonika Mathur as General Manager for Micromedex
Effective today, 20 May 2024, Sonika Mathur will lead Micromedex, our trusted...
Focused path to progress, growth
As economic volatility and data complexity continue to vex health and social care...
The future of Zelta on display at the 2024 User Conference
That’s a wrap on the 2nd annual Zelta User Conference! We had a wonderful,...
Cloud in medical imaging: 3 takeaways from RSNA webinar on the benefits to radiologists
Merge recently had the great privilege of participating in an RSNA webinar on the...
Fostering evidence-based quality improvement in nursing practice
Nursing professionals are highly skilled experts in their field and make a...
Oncology in 2024: The clinical trial trends reshaping the role of CROs
This piece originally appeared on Pharmaceutical Technology. Oncology is the most...
Micromedex wins 2024 Black Book Market Research award, reinforcing a focus on client experience
Winning first place for Clinical Decision Support: Point of Care Clinical Reference...
Distinguishing poverty from abuse: reducing trauma for children and their families
A compassionate approach and innovative technology can help prevent unnecessary...
Healthcare analytic models: Build, buy, or both?
Healthcare payers face a rapidly changing marketplace and continually evolving...
Navigating the evolution of benefits streamlining: Considerations for U.S. states following the new CMS rule for Medicaid
This month, the Biden-Harris Administration released a final rule centered around...
Behind the posters: Exclusive insights from MarketScan researchers
Our MarketScan clients and researchers are fueled by curiosity and a passion to...
5 essential strategies for EDGE Server data management
Advice from our experts on how to optimize your EDGE data submissions and...
Employee benefits and the power of personalization in the enrollment process
“So, how did it go this enrollment season?” That’s what company executives, human...
The cost of patient safety: 3 considerations for hospital leadership on clinical decision support investments
Clinical decision support systems come at a cost, but of course are critical to...
Exploring five ingredients for an award-winning benefits system
The Scottish Government’s social security program has won multiple awards for its...
Merge April 2024 newsletter: Bringing Best in KLAS to ACC
One of our favorite spring events is just around the corner! The American College...
Measure the impacts of patient productivity loss and caregiver burden with real-world data
When patients are struck with illness, their quality of life and well-being are of...
Don’t be passive when it comes to employee financial wellness
Effective open enrollment includes smarter, data-informed health plan selection
Social work today: how a community-led approach to social care can change lives
Social workers help to improve people's lives by empowering them with the tools they...
An emerging poisoning threat: the surge in illicit use of horse sedative xylazine
For Poison Prevention Week, we spotlight the vital need for accurate toxicology data...
Key considerations for legacy system transformation in the public sector
Digital transformation has long been recognized as a key to efficiency in the public...
Merge March 2024 newsletter: Welcome back to Merge Community
Merge customers, I hope you all have had a productive start to your year. At Merge,...
3 lessons states can learn from Medicaid unwinding: self-service, automation, and integrated eligibility
This piece was originally published by APHSA The government’s declaration...
Four ways a holistic ecosystem for clinical trials can help boost ROI
This piece originally appeared on Clinical Leader Clinical trials are complex and...
50 years of Micromedex – a celebration of our history
Since the mid 1970s, Micromedex has been a pioneer in evidence-based clinical...
Can gene therapy forge a better future for rare diseases? A perspective on rare disease day
In recognition of Rare Disease Day, let’s put a spotlight on the transformative...
Advance rare diseases research with closed claims real-world data
MarketScan real-world data has been used to assess illness burden of rare diseases,...
Zelta surpasses 4,000 clinical trial studies
February 2024 marked a major milestone for Zelta: the platform has now hosted over...
Merge February 2024 newsletter: Merge ranks Best in KLAS 2024
Hello, Merge customers! Allow me to introduce myself – I’m Dr. Raj Chopra, the new...
3 healthcare trends that payers should be aware of in 2024
Explore new analyses and payer-specific advice on GLP-1 drugs, the clinical journey...
What’s more important: Real-world data quality or speed?
Here is what executives from biopharma and medical device companies had to say...
Survey highlights link between reduced TANF spending and child welfare outcomes
This piece originally appeared in APHSA’s Winter 2023 Policy & Practice Last...
Merge Cardio and Merge Hemo rank Best in KLAS 2024 for cardiology and hemodynamics
The top ranked Merge solutions will be showcased at ACC.24 in April
3 reasons to prioritize integration of your clinical decision support tool into your electronic medical record (EMR)
Three award-winning hospitals see huge efficiency improvements, gain international...
Peer insights: a shifting approach to drug information resources
The Micromedex team joined thousands of pharmacy professionals at the ASHP Mid-Year...
Merge January 2024 newsletter: A year of innovation, adoption, and focus starts now
Happy New Year! We hope you all had a wonderful, relaxing holiday break and that...
New research reveals state of healthcare’s evolving, but sporadic, journey to the cloud
Exclusive survey from Merge finds that, while 77% of medical imaging enterprises...
Merge December 2023 newsletter: Breaking ground at RSNA
Reimaging child welfare: How purpose-built technology can help a national caseworker crisis
This blog post originally appeared on APHSA’s The Catalyst. Across the...
Merge at RSNA 2023: Bringing digital pathology, availability on Microsoft Azure, and expanded 3D printing to Merge Imaging Suite
Merge November 2023 newsletter: Live from RSNA
Building the next generation of MarketScan: A year in review and what’s in store
About a year and a half ago, we said goodbye to IBM Watson Health and set off on an...
The need for a human-centered approach: New report links expanded benefit access to increase in online enrollment
This blog post originally appeared on APHSA’s The Catalyst.
Can Your Clinical Trial Design Handle Mid-Study Changes?
As clinical research advances, the pharmaceutical and biotech industries...
Merge October 2023 newsletter: Keeping patients at the center
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a topic that is important to me personally...
Merge September 2023 newsletter: Takeaways from the Merge User Conference
This year’s Merge User Conference in Austin was another resounding success, filled...
5 takeaways from the 2023 Merge User Conference
This year’s Merge User Conference in Austin was another resounding success, filled...
Healthcare price transparency: What it means for members, employers, and health plans
In today’s digital world, consumers can shop for goods and services with just a few...
Zelta expands its clinical trial ecosystem with a new partnership
At Zelta, we understand that collaboration is the name of the game when it comes to...
The tools making your Cúram upgrade experience easier
We’ve heard your feedback. Here’s what we’re doing about it.
Tackling avoidable harm in vulnerable populations
How can clinicians ensure patient safety when prescribing medication for elderly...
Prioritising outcomes: a framework for coordinating complex cases across health and social protection services
How can health and social protection organisations collaborate to improve people’s...
Lifesaving oncology research deserves cutting-edge solutions
The race to develop novel, advanced therapeutics for cancer patients is fast and...
New report confirms Zelta by Merative is a Major Contender
Merative has been named a Major Contender in Everest Group’s Life Sciences Clinical...
Merge August 2023 newsletter: Join our client success events
Hello Merge Customers, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for...
Merge July 2023 newsletter: Celebrating one year as Merative
One year ago this month, Merge officially became part of the Merative family. As...
Merative’s first year: Focus and progress
Standing up Merative was a bold, complex move. To mark our first anniversary on 1...
Merge June 2023 newsletter: From training to enablement
What’s the difference between training and enablement? The simple answer is that...
Merative names Marcy Tatsch as General Manager for Cúram
Effective 19 June 2023, Marcy Tatsch will lead Cúram (formerly Social Program...
How healthcare analytics help organizations prioritize employee wellbeing
For over five years, DTE Energy has relied on data-driven decisions to keep...
How to protect patient safety when facing drug shortages
Clinical leaders know drug shortages are nothing new, but the current situation...
Looking beyond the bump with real-world evidence
Recent moves by the U.S. Federal Drug Administration (FDA) to open clinical studies...
Three years after COVID-19, the conversation around DCTs is shifting again
While interest in decentralized clinical trials (DCTs) has been heating up lately,...
What does person-centred care mean in a clinical pharmacy setting?
Person-centred care is fully focused on individuals’ needs. The aim is to boost...
The disconnect between clinical trial technology and legacy habits
In today’s age of cloud computing and data integration solutions, there are simple...
Merge May 2023 newsletter: Your challenges are our challenges
Merge Customers, In my first month as general manager of our Merge portfolio, I’ve...
RSV, flu and COVID-19: How employers can help reduce the spread and improve worker productivity
Tripledemic! Hospitals over run! Everyone is sick! It’s difficult to listen to the...
Why nurse burnout efforts need to target younger nurses
Nurse burnout has been on the radar of healthcare leaders for several years now, and...
Merative Clinical Development has a new name
General Manager Jennifer Duff describes what the new name means for Merative’s...
Focused innovation will deliver steady progress in health and social care
Merative is taking a product-focused approach to solve real-world problems for our...
Insights to improve benefits offerings and spend for diabetes and behavioral health
Rising healthcare costs, provider network consolidation, and inflation have all...
How Sonoma County tackles its community health challenges with integrated care
Our Merative social program management team recently attended the Minnesota...
Micromedex Best in KLAS award is a sign of client-centric persistence
We’re excited to announce that Micromedex has been ranked as Best in KLAS 2023 for...
What we learned: 3 takeaways from APHSA ISM 2022
Our Merative social program management team, including Merative’s integrated care...
Introducing MarketScan WorkSpace: Move with speed, scale with ease, lead with confidence
In today's world, data is ubiquitous. From social media platforms to online...
Merge solutions win Best in KLAS 2023 for cardiology and hemodynamics
Merge April 2023 newsletter: Winning together
Merative names Ashish Sant as General Manager for Merge
Effective today, 12 April 2023, Ashish Sant will lead Merge, Merative’s...
Questions to ask when managing drug shortages
Drug shortages are nothing new, but the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated this...
Payer trends: Challenges in healthcare affordability and access
Recent economic and regulatory developments have created a uniquely challenging...
ACC 2023: 3 takeaways on the future of cardiology imaging
Due to other work responsibilities, I unfortunately missed ACC the past five years....
Health equity solutions: You can’t go with your gut
Human-centered design solves business problems
Picture this: You drop your two kids at school and then hop on the bus to work. You...
Merge monthly newsletter: March 2023
Springing forward together
The 4 imaging AI questions we all need to be asking
What’s next for healthcare price transparency?
The journey to increased price transparency has been years in the making, with the...
4 Ways this RSNA Panel Laid Out The Future Of Imaging AI
The paths forward to more rapid and widespread AI adoption in medical imaging.
Connecting with the clinical development community
The time it takes to design, launch and complete clinical trials is a problem many...
Will DCTs finally democratize clinical trials?
Zelta Product Leader Walker Bradham and Senior Product Manager Wes Fishburne...
What MarketScan reveals about commotio cordis, the rare heart condition allegedly behind Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest
Going into 2023, Damar Hamlin was a name that only Buffalo Bills and passionate...
Where do you start when tasked with delivering social security benefits to an entire country?
With Merative, The Scottish Government established a new government agency to...
Government social program management works best with integrated services
Cardiovascular image and data management: A technical and clinical evolution
COVID-19 pandemic and patient centricity in clinical trials
Jennifer’s career as a clinical data management and clinical development executive...
Is real-world data the real deal?
Real-world data is Liisa’s world. After receiving her PhD in health policy and...
Beyond KLAS rankings: building client relationships at Merative
Equitable clinical practices and policy for breast cancer care
As the end of Breast Cancer Awareness month approaches, I want to share an area of...
Decentralized clinical trials are closer than you think
Jennifer’s career as a clinical data management and clinical development executive...
Behavioral telehealth: In it for the long haul
Moreso than any other health sector, telehealth for behavioral health is expected...