More about Jennifer Boese
Jennifer Boese is the Director of Health Care Policy at CLA. She is a highly successful public policy, legislative, advocacy and political affairs leader, including working in both the state and federal government as well as the private sector. She brings over 20 years of government relations and public policy knowledge with her to CLA. Well over half of her career has been spent dedicated to health care policy and the health care industry, affording her a deep understanding of the health care market and environment, health care organizations and health care stakeholders. Her role at CLA is to provide thought leadership, policy analysis and strategic insights to health care providers across the continuum related to the industry's ongoing transformation towards value. A key focus of that work is on market innovations and emerging payment models. Her goal is to help CLA clients navigate and thrive in an increasingly dynamic health care environment.
Blog Posts by Jennifer Boese:
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Reimbursement Cut, ACO Participation Penalized for Information Blocking
There’s been some debate over who owns your personal electronic health information, but the law says it’s the patient’s right to access that without unnecessary barriers. Those found to be blocking information could face penalties, which were recently proposed. Make sure you know what’s required of you by reading on.
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340B Round-Up: $9 Billion Payment Remedy, More Lawsuits
The 340B program is complex and growing more so with every lawsuit. Recently, CMS finalized how it would repay $9 billion to some 1,650 impacted hospitals. Plus, another court ruling addresses the definition of “patient” while a lawsuit is filed on child site registrations. You’ll want to read our 340B round-up and then reach out for assistance.
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Participants Earned $484 Million Under GPDC Model, CMS Saved $371 Million
Model results are in for the direct contracting program. CMS had a net savings of $372 million while model participant net savings were $484 million, all while maintaining high quality. Read our blog for more results and for details on how its successor, ACO REACH, will be changing in future years.
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AI Regulations Coming: 5 Things To Know
Artificial intelligence is everywhere, including throughout health care and life sciences. Like most innovations though, AI is well ahead of the regulations and laws that might be needed to govern it. This week the President tasked the federal government to establish guidance and regulations around AI. Read on for how this could impact you and your organization.
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Making Care Primary Model Details
The federal Making Care Primary model is now accepting applications but only through November 30. Interested in learning more or applying? You’ll want to read on for details.
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Emerging Options for Health Care in Rural and Underserved Communities
Access to care can be difficult in some rural and underserved communities. We highlight some opportunities to consider to help bridge these gaps. From mobile health units and telehealth to Rural Emergency Hospitals and innovative partnerships, make sure to read on for more insights.
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5 Questions on a Government Shut-Down
The clock is ticking for Congress to pass a budget or face a government shutdown. What does a shutdown mean? Will Medicare payments still be made? What about the economy? Where do things stand? We answer your top five questions. Read on.
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Dementia Care Model Announced
Better care for those with dementia and their caregivers is the goal of the new Medicare GUIDE model. The newly released model is an opportunity for physicians, home health, assisted living facilities, ACO REACH, shared savings ACOs and more. Read on for details.
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Your Digital Transformation Journey
Digital transformation is a necessity in health care and life sciences. Our approach helps you uncover, define and implement a digital strategy or digital project. No matter where your digital transformation journey is heading, we can help. Read on for how we’ve helped find efficiencies, improve productivity and improve decision-making.
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New Opportunities For FQHCs, Rural Health Clinics
From behavioral health policies to telehealth and care management codes, there are new opportunities emerging for federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics. You’ll want to read on for details.