Tele-monitors available for heart failure patients

UPMC Health Plan has launched a revolutionary telehealth initiative led by UPMC/Jefferson Regional Home Health. This new program will cover the use of tele-monitors for members who have heart failure to help keep them healthy and stable in their homes. More...

New online service to support consumer choice

UPMC Health Plan now provides online information to compare hospitals and support consumer decision-making. The service, called Hospital Advisor, compares the quality and safety records of hospitals related to their procedures and treatment methods. More...

Interactive weight management program introduced

UPMC Health Plan has introduced a program designed to help members make the healthiest selections possible when they go to the grocery store. More...

In other news:

• Clinical matters: Zocor
• New on the Web this month
• Clinical guidelines available on the Web
• Medicare payments require HCC system
• Antidepressant medication management
• Depression case management expanded
• Combined treatment for ADHD offers advantages
• Clinician resources available for substance abuse
• Documentation guidelines available
• HEDIS chart review planned
• Assessment forms help provide timely pregnancy assistance
• New guidelines for chiropractors
• Patients sometimes do not discuss supplements they take
• Utilization services provide valuable support