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Vizient Recognizes 22 Suppliers and Distributors for Service Excellence
Vizient presented the awards at its annual Connections Summit in Las Vegas to recognize suppliers and distributors for delivering exceptional service to Vizient customer providers.
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Vizient Pharmacy Leaders to Present at the FDA’s Compounding Quality Center of Excellence Conference
Vizient, Inc. pharmacy experts will speak at the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Compounding Quality Center of Excellence 2023 Virtual Conference on September 12-13.
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Vizient Offers Comments to CMS on Key Medicare Policies
Vizient, Inc. submitted comments on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) CY 2024 Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) proposed rules.
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Vizient Offers Comments on CMS’ Proposed 340B Remedy
Vizient, Inc. offered comments on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed 340B remedy.
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Vizient Examines Strategies to Retain Musculoskeletal Procedure Volume as Care Sites Shift
Medical Device Tech Watch: With the migration of musculoskeletal procedures to the outpatient setting, inpatient providers can mitigate the volume loss with targeted ambulatory strategies. This edition of Tech Watch also surveys treatment options for diabe...
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Vizient Report on Chronic Kidney Disease Finds Wide Variation in Rate of Screening Among Patient Populations Affecting Outcomes
The report, which utilizes data from Medicare’s Qualified Entity Program, explores outcomes through the lens of high social need communities, evaluating the cost and quality of care provided to patients with chronic kidney disease and end stage renal disea...
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Vizient Releases 2022 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Report
The report highlights company progress in promoting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace for all employees.
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Vizient: Lack of Information Across Supply Chain Exacerbating Oncology Drug Shortage
A Vizient white paper demonstrates how the lack of information about medication access across the supply chain is exacerbating the shortage of seven oncology drugs used to treat a multitude of cancers.
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Vizient’s Annual CSR Report Highlights Progress in Improving Health Equity and Sustainability in Healthcare Sector
Vizient announced it has published its annual corporate responsibility report detailing its focus on driving positive impacts across three interconnected pillars – people, places, and planet – by leveraging its unique position in the healthcare industry to...
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Vizient Grants Public Access to the Vizient Vulnerability Index™ for Healthcare Providers to Assess Health Equity in their Communities
The access comes at no cost and provides a unique level of visibility for healthcare organizations to assess social determinants of health that impact health equity in the communities they serve. It is now available to anyone.
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Vizient: Expansion of Specialty Drugs Driving a 3.42% Projected Increase in Hospital Pharmacy Spend
Vizient, Inc. projects a 3.42% increase in hospital pharmaceutical spend in its Summer Pharmacy Market Outlook, released July 31.
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Vizient Joins White House Roundtable on Cancer Drug Shortages
Vizient, Inc. offers a statement about joining a White House roundtable discussion regarding cancer drug shortages.
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Vizient Statement on CY 2024 Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) Proposed Rule
Vizient, Inc. offers a statement in response to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) CY 2024 Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) Proposed Rule
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Vizient Hosts Congressional Briefing on Social Determinants of Health
Yesterday on Capitol Hill, Vizient, Inc. hosted a policy briefing titled, "Beyond the Four Walls: How Hospitals are Addressing Social Determinants of Health," at the Rayburn House Office Building.
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Sg2 Forecasts Continued Hospital Capacity Challenges as Patient Acuity Rises Over the Next Decade
Sg2, a Vizient company, released its 2023 Impact of Change Forecast, projecting hospital capacity challenges will continue into the next decade, driven by higher patient acuity and staffing shortages.
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Vizient, Ochsner Host Networking Event to Connect Gulf Coast Minority Businesses with Large Employers
Through the Gulf South Community Contracting Program, Ochsner and other and large businesses commit to purchasing from local, diverse suppliers with the aim of boosting the local economy to increase livable wages, health insurance and career paths.
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Vizient Leader Presents at the Inaugural CMS Health Equity Conference
Vizient, Inc. community health expert Karyl Kopaskie, PhD participated in a panel discussion titled, “Measure What Matters: Examining Variation in Health Equity Tracking and Measurement Practices Across Healthcare Systems in the U.S.”
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Vizient Shares Policy Recommendations with CMS in IPPS Proposed Rule Comments
Vizient, Inc. offered comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on the FY 2024 Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) Proposed Rule.
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Vizient Recognized with 31 Hermes Creative Awards
The international competition honors creative professionals who work in traditional and emerging media.
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Vizient Examines Trends in Diagnostic Imaging, CT Advancements and Theranostics in Latest Tech Watch
Read about advances in computed tomography (CT) scans and positron emission tomography (PET) exams. Plus, is theranostics as a cancer treatment the right service line strategy for your organizations?
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Vizient Announces New Agreement with TriHealth to Deliver Cost Savings
One of the top integrated health systems in Cincinnati, TriHealth selected Vizient to deliver solutions in enterprise performance through Vizient’s market-leading contract portfolio and performance improvement resources.
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Vizient Workforce Report Finds Nurse Turnover Rate 47% Higher Than Pre-Pandemic Levels
The report, a collaboration between Vizient and Vaya Workforce, demonstrates how staffing shortages are negatively impacting hospital operating margins, and potentially, patient care.
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Vizient Announces 30 New, Renewed or Expanded Provider Agreements in Q4 2022
The agreements reflect the value of Vizient’s solutions and services for healthcare providers.
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Vizient Examines Care Models for Arrhythmia, How to Improve Screening Rates for Colorectal Cancer in Latest Medical Device Tech Watch
“This edition explores a variety of topics, including emerging artificial intelligence technologies as well as efficiencies in the operating room,” said Doug Beinborn, associate principal, Vizient.
