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Yahoo
16 hours ago
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Value-Based Care Leader, Equality Health, Launches Rebrand with Simple, Bold Commitment: "Dedicated to Better"
PHOENIX, July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Equality Health, a leading innovator in value-based care delivery for diverse and underserved communities, today unveiled a comprehensive brand refresh underscored by a powerful new tagline: Dedicated to Better. This rebrand marks a renewed commitment to transforming healthcare for those who need it most by simplifying the complex and fragmented system that challenges providers and payers, but more importantly, patients. The refreshed brand embodies Equality Health's mission to transform health outcomes, streamline value-based care (VBC) operations and elevate the experiences for stakeholders. Built specifically for Medicaid populations and under-resourced communities that have long been underserved, Equality Health's unique and proven care model is at the heart of this renewed identity. "We all agree that today's healthcare system isn't working for everyone — especially those facing economic, cultural, or systemic barriers to care," said Michael Poku, M.D., MBA, FACP, Chief Medical Officer at Equality Health. "We must do better! Our new branding is more than an outward message to the marketplace, it embodies our core DNA and the daily, intense focus of all Equality Health associates in our unwavering commitment to partner with payers, providers, patients, local resources and communities to make healthcare work better for all." A Medicaid-First Approach to Value-Based CareEquality Health's unique approach is rooted in its Medicaid expertise, having more attributed Medicaid members than any other VBC enabler in the U.S. The company provides wrap-around support, hyper-local resourcing, and augmented operational capabilities to empower providers — especially independent practices — to succeed in value-based payment models. Through culturally sensitive care strategies and a proprietary technology platform, CareEmpower, which leverages electronic health record (EHR) and healthcare information exchange (HIE) data along with predictive modeling and care-tracking tools, Equality Health enables smarter, more personalized patient engagement resulting in better health outcomes. Community-Centered, Outcome-FocusedThe new brand expression, Dedicated to Better, highlights Equality Health's commitment not only to simplifying care for providers and health plans but to improving the lives of people within the communities they serve. This includes a continued focus on the social determinants of health (SDoH), with programs designed to meet patients where they are, both geographically and culturally. Additionally, through the Equality Health Foundation, the organization invests directly into local neighborhoods, supporting initiatives covering education, access to healthy food and ultimately expanding access to care to drive health equity. Adapting to Constant Change in Medicaid AdministrationEquality Health's Dedicated to Better ethos is even more important when addressing the future of the Medicaid program, which is about to change again. Analysts expect the newly enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) to have measurable impacts on Medicaid populations in most states over the next decade. The OBBBA could saddle states with tighter funding and heavier verification rules for Medicaid participation, especially with work-requirement checks. Confronting these challenges head-on is precisely why Equality Health remains Medicaid-first—equipping providers with real-time data, SDoH resources, and streamlined value-based workflows that protect coverage, keep high-risk members connected to care, and sustain practice revenue even as federal funding support shrinks. Dedicated to Better means equipping providers with the data and tools they need to directly address changes and support patients regardless of administrative changes. Continued Medicaid Innovation: AIEquality Health is partnering with UnityAI, a healthcare technology company that uses voice AI agents to make member outreach more personal, scalable, and effective. The partnership is launching with a focus on well-child visits, helping Medicaid families schedule the preventive care their children need to stay healthy. UnityAI engages members on Equality Health's behalf through warm, conversational phone calls in multiple languages that guide families through scheduling, answer common questions, and connect them directly to a care specialist when needed. These voice-powered interactions integrate seamlessly into CareEmpower, giving Equality Health's care teams better tools to reach more families with less friction. This collaboration advances the Dedicated to Better promise by making healthcare more approachable, more accessible, and more responsive to the needs of the communities Equality Health serves. Equality Health anticipates announcing new partnerships with nonprofits and other organizations to further advance innovation within its care model. A Successful Model Delivering ResultsKey benefits of Equality Health's focus include: Expert VBC Enablement: Grounded in Medicaid, designed for scale Inclusive Provider Support: Especially for independent primary care practices Meaningful Engagement: Cross-cultural outreach and patient activation Operational Excellence: Improving profitability, resource efficiency, and shared risk Technology-Driven Insights: Predictive analytics that enhance care tracking and coordination "Being Dedicated to Better means showing up every day to improve the patient experience, support providers with the right tools and insights, and collaborate with payers to transform communities," said Justin Contre, marketing leader with Equality Health. "It's not just a tagline — it's our north star." To learn more about Equality Health's rebrand and its impact, click here. About Equality Health Equality Health is a technology-enabled primary care platform that leverages the proven capabilities of value-based payment models to transform healthcare for diverse and often marginalized populations. From predictive modeling to advanced care-tracking tools, utilizing Equality Health's proprietary software, participating PCPs can streamline value-based administration and stay one step ahead of a patient's journey. Equality Health's care model is Medicaid-first in design and includes more than 25 health plans, over 4,100 PCPs and 825,000 lives across Arizona, Texas, Tennessee, Louisiana and Virginia. Equality Health partners with practices to close care gaps, optimize performance, increase compliance, and improve profitability. Members engage with holistic and personalized programs delivered through the lens of social and cultural needs. Equality Health is revolutionizing how care is delivered through hyper-local resources at scale and establishing critical linkages with payers, providers, members, and community resources. For more information about Equality Health, visit or follow EqualityHealth on Facebook, @EqualityHealth on Twitter, and EqualityHealth on LinkedIn. Media Contact:Mardi Larson, Amendola for Equality Health, mlarson@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Equality Health Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Indonesia's Ministry of Health and Philips to deliver nationwide coverage of advanced image-guided therapy systems in Indonesia, expanding access to cardiac, stroke and cancer care in all 38 provinces
Philips Azurion image-guided therapy system Doctor and patient in Indonesia July 29, 2025 Long-term multiyear agreements will see Philips installing its advanced Azurion image-guided therapy systems nationwide across all provinces, including rural and remote areas Initiative brings minimally invasive care to millions of cardiac, stroke and cancer patients in Indonesia Combines cutting-edge treatment technology, services and training to strengthen Indonesia's health infrastructure Amsterdam, the Netherlands and Jakarta, Indonesia – In a major step toward transforming healthcare delivery, Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology and the Indonesia's Ministry of Health today announced plans to deploy state-of-the-art image-guided therapy systems nationwide, as part of their signed agreements, under the Strengthening Indonesia's Healthcare Referral Network (SIHREN) landmark agreements, recently awarded to Philips after an international, competitive bidding process, combine cutting-edge treatment technology, services and training to strengthen Indonesia's health infrastructure. The initiative aims to transform the country's treatment for heart disease, stroke and cancer – Indonesia's leading causes of death – by expanding access to cutting-edge technologies and care in all 38 provinces, from Aceh to Papua. This initiative is set to benefit millions of patients across Indonesia. The SIHREN project is an ambitious effort jointly funded by the World Bank and other multilateral development banks to support Indonesia's health transformation agenda by significantly improving referral in ensuring equitable access to healthcareWith a population exceeding 280 million, Indonesia is the world's fourth most populous nation. As a vast archipelago of over 17,000 islands, it faces significant challenges in ensuring equitable access to healthcare. The country is also grappling with a surge in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as heart disease, stroke and cancer – conditions projected to impose a staggering economic burden of USD 4.47 trillion [1]. And yet, advanced care for these illnesses remains largely centralized on the densely populated island of Java, leaving much of the country initiative will establish a nationwide network of advanced image-guided therapy rooms, dramatically expanding access to minimally invasive treatments across hundreds of hospitals in all 38 provinces. The Ministry of Health has made a long-term commitment to delivering nationwide coverage of the Azurion platform, aligned to local hospital infrastructure and patient population needs.A study published in the Journal of Minimally Invasive Surgery [2] found that minimally invasive techniques significantly reduce postoperative pain, recovery time, and hospital stays compared to traditional open surgeries."Delivering better care for more people requires strong partnerships and the best innovations,' said Roy Jakobs, CEO of Royal Philips. 'We're honored to be Indonesia's partner of choice to deliver our innovation directly where it's needed most. More patients in Indonesia will now have access to better care.''Minimally invasive care is life-changing for patients, unlocking treatment options that were once unimaginable. With small incisions, such targeted treatments can mean shorter hospital stays, fewer complications and quicker recoveries for patients,' said Carla Goulart Peron, Chief Medical Officer at Philips. 'From opening heart-attack-causing blockages, to treating strokes and targeting cancer tumors, image-guided, minimally invasive therapy will be a game-changer for NCD care in Indonesia.'Philips maintains a strong footprint in Indonesia, employing over 3,900 people across 12 cities and operating a manufacturing facility in Batam for its Personal Health businesses. The Philips Foundation recently launched a major partnership with World Child Cancer to advance early detection of childhood cancers across the country.'We remain committed to supporting healthcare transformation by delivering innovations that provide better outcome for patient and improve experience for healthcare workers,' said Astri R. Dharmawan, President Director of Philips Indonesia. 'Our combined efforts with the Indonesian government will help close healthcare gaps and bring us closer to a Healthy Indonesia.'[1] [2] For further information, please contact:Michael FuchsGlobal External Relations Director, PhilipsTel.: +31 614 869 261E-mail: YeoHead of Brand and Communications APAC, PhilipsTel.: +65 9618 7397E-mail: About Royal Philips Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a leading health technology company focused on improving people's health and well-being through meaningful innovation. Philips' patient- and people-centric innovation leverages advanced technology and deep clinical and consumer insights to deliver personal health solutions for consumers and professional health solutions for healthcare providers and their patients in the hospital and the in the Netherlands, the company is a leader in diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, image-guided therapy, monitoring and enterprise informatics, as well as in personal health. Philips generated 2024 sales of EUR 18 billion and employs approximately 67,300 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. News about Philips can be found at Attachments Philips Azurion image-guided therapy system Doctor and patient in IndonesiaError in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Zawya
01-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi German Health UAE is setting a new standard in patient experience
Dubai, UAE — Saudi German Health UAE, one of the region's most prominent healthcare networks, has completed a critical milestone in its ongoing transformation to embed 'hospitality-caliber' service into the heart of healthcare operations. In partnership with CXM, a strategic experience transformation partner, the hospital is reimagining what it means to 'care like family'- not as a slogan, but as a lived, system-wide reality. From Vision to Execution: Embedding 'Hospitality-Caliber' Care into the Hospitals Operating Model What began months ago as a vision to reimagine how patients are treated not just medically, but emotionally and operationally has evolved into a structured, hospital-wide program. Today, with Phase 2 finalized, Saudi German Health UAE continues this journey with renewed momentum and system-wide alignment. 'Patient Experience is built when people don't just follow steps, they believe in the purpose behind them. At Saudi German Health UAE, we've been aligning care, culture, and operations around one shared truth: experience is not an initiative, it's how we lead, how we work, and how we serve.' – Ahmed Eissa, Group CEO, Saudi German Health UAE Every touchpoint, team interaction, and daily routine is being re-examined through the lens of experience: how care is felt, not just how it is delivered. In collaboration with CXM, more than 850 team members stepped into a journey of reflection, co-creation, and cultural alignment. From leadership presence to frontline dialogue, the hospital activated new ways of working rooted in empathy, clarity, and shared purpose. Experience by Design: Realigning Hospital Teams Around Purpose and Patient Outcomes Now, as the transformation moves forward, Saudi German Health UAE is preparing to enter its next chapter: co-designing the behavioral and experiential elements that will bring the philosophy of Caring Like Family to life in even deeper, more human-centered ways. This will include reimagining onboarding, empowering peer-to-peer recognition, enhancing patient journey design, and creating signature moments that leave lasting emotional impact. 'What Saudi German Health UAE has chosen isn't easy. But it's real. And it shows what's possible when patient experience is treated not as a layer but as the operating system.' – Raluca Berchiu, Founder & CEO, CXM How Saudi German Health UAE is Setting a Benchmark in Patient Experience Saudi German Health UAE is among the first healthcare institutions in the UAE to treat 'hospitality-caliber' service as essential infrastructure equal in importance to clinical protocols and operational workflows. This is about building emotional connection with patients, a level of personalization and attentiveness they expect from other industries but rarely experience in healthcare. CXM continues to support this evolution translating vision into operational reality, ensuring 'hospitality-caliber' experience is not just felt, but sustained. About Saudi German Health UAE Saudi German Health UAE is one of the region's most prominent healthcare networks, dedicated to delivering world-class medical care with a human touch. Grounded in the philosophy of Caring Like Family, it continues to raise the bar for what excellence in healthcare truly feels like. About CXM CXM is a strategic transformation partner helping hospitals and healthcare systems lead in a patient-centred era. With a focus on growth, operational excellence, and experience innovation, CXM supports healthcare leaders in embedding lasting change across performance, culture, and care delivery. Through its Hospitality-Driven Patient Experience Model, CXM translates bold experience visions into operational reality guiding transformation from strategy to execution
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
YASH Technologies Earns 'Co-Innovated with SAP' Certification for YashHealth
Validating YashHealth Connect as a Modern, Cloud-Integrated Solution for Digital Healthcare Transformation DUBAI, UAE, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- YASH Technologies, a global leader in enterprise technology and digital transformation solutions, announced that its advanced healthcare platform, YashHealth Connect, has been given the 'Co-Innovated with SAP' certification. Developed exclusively on the SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) and seamlessly integrated with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, the solution is a state-of-the-art solution based on the latest Clean Core principles and HL7 FHIR architecture, designed to address the growing needs of digital-first healthcare organizations. "YashHealth Connect is a game-changer for healthcare providers navigating today's digital landscape," said James Griffin, Managing Director of YASH Technologies Middle East. "Receiving the 'Co-Innovated with SAP' certification in the region underscores our dedication to creating impactful solutions for global healthcare challenges. Built with SAP's Partner Innovation Lifecycle Services (PILS) and a cloud-first approach, YashHealth Connect meets the highest standards for performance, security, and accessibility. As SAP's IS-H solution phases out in 2027, YashHealth Connect is a future-ready platform that empowers healthcare providers to thrive in the long run." YashHealth Connect is a purpose-built solution to simplify patient management and optimize operational processes, addressing the increasing demand for hospital revenue cycle solution. As one of the first solutions to fully integrate SAP BTP within the co-innovation framework, the platform's key features include End-to-End Revenue Cycle Management, e-Claims rules engine with workflows, Unified Data Interoperability, and Cloud-Based Scalability. The SAP BTP platform offers easy access to AI features, Analytics, Workflows, and No-Code/Low-Code capabilities. "The collaboration between YASH Technologies and SAP exemplifies the best of co-innovation," said Manal Halwani, Agribusiness & Healthcare Industry Leader - EMEA, SAP MENA LLC. "YashHealth Connect was created by combining YASH's healthcare expertise with SAP's powerful technology. Working alongside SAP solutions, YashHealth Connect transforms how providers run while streamlining operations and improving outcomes. Together, we address the critical needs of healthcare providers by offering advanced technologies combined with YASH's deep expertise in healthcare solutions." YASH Technologies has established itself as a trusted partner in the healthcare sector. Leveraging its deep domain expertise, YASH delivers innovative, technology-driven solutions that address the evolving needs of healthcare providers globally. With a strong presence in the MENA region and worldwide, YASH partners with organizations to enable digital transformation and build resilient, future-ready systems. About YASH Technologies YASH Technologies focuses on enabling its customers to reimagine their businesses and drive outcome-centric Digital Transformation. As a leading technology integrator and outsourcing partner for large and fast-growing global customers, YASH leverages strategic advisory, technology consulting, and flexible business models to help customers realize value from their digital journey while fostering innovation. YASH's customer-centric & consultative engagement framework integrates specialized domain & consulting capabilities with proprietary methodologies and digital solutions to provide secure application, cloud, infrastructure, engineering, and end-user-focused services for discerning customers globally. Headquartered in the US, with delivery and sales centers globally, YASH serves its customers across six continents. YASH is a CMMI DEV V2.0 Level 5 & an ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013, and ISO 20000:2011 certified organization. For more information, please visit or email info@ Logo: View original content: SOURCE YASH Technologies Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Zawya
05-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt: eHealth, Health Ministry forge partnership to enhance National Digital Health System
Arab Finance: eHealth, a sister company of e-finance for Digital and Financial Investments, signed a cooperation agreement with the Ministry of Health and Population to operate and manage Egypt's National Digital Health System, according to a press release. The joint agreement aims to empower the ministry to develop a comprehensive roadmap for digital transformation in the healthcare sector. The strategic partnership includes integration with the Universal Health Insurance System, boosting governance, and ensuring interoperability of data across public, regulatory, and private stakeholders in the healthcare ecosystem. Moreover, the two sides will collaborate to develop an ideal investment model to promote key private-sector partnerships and encourage financial institutions to contribute to the financing of the digital healthcare infrastructure. Ibrahim Sarhan, Chairman of e-finance, highlighted the urgent need to accelerate digital transformation in the healthcare system. Sarhan expected a positive impact on Egypt's healthcare sector, lauding its contribution to improving the quality of services provided to all citizens. © 2020-2023 Arab Finance For Information Technology. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
