By Paige L. Jinbo
As heart disease continues to be the No. 1 cause of death in Hawaii, it’s critical that the state’s hospitals are staffed enough trained cardiologists — 109 to be exact. However, research provided by the John A. Burns School of Medicine has shown that Hawaii only has 62 trained cardiologists, 47 short of what’s deemed sufficient. » More
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Substance dependence drives significant health care costs for payors through a combination of factors that include acute inpatient utilization and unaddressed co-morbidities. The Substance Dependence problem is pervasive, largely untreated and costly. Stay informed on these topics by visiting our blog periodically. You can also sign up for the Catasys On Healthcare Newsletter to receive the latest in health care news. » Sign Up for Newsletter Methamphetamine and the Heart: Combating Heart Disease on the Islands Catasys Health - Friday, December 17, 2010
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Drug Seeking Behavior in ER Doubles, Feeds Growing Addiction to Pain Pills -- Emergency rooms continue to become a major resource for pain medication addicts; By MIKAELA CONLEY, ABC News Medical Unit -- Oct. 28, 2010 » More 8 Drivers Impacting Cost Savings Catasys Health - Thursday, September 23, 2010
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Social Media Philosophy - Lead the social media revolution in Substance Dependence and Behavioral Health Care, contributing to health and well being for families and friends everywhere. » MoreCutting Edge Treatment for Substance Dependence for Health Plans Catasys Health - Wednesday, December 16, 2009
For every 1 million members in a health plan, approximately $160 million in claims are incurred by members diagnosed with Substance Dependence. Most health plans have realistic cost savings opportunities in the millions of dollars. Our Medical Economics group can demonstrate specific savings opportunities for health plans with respect to both medical and behavioral costs.
The OnTrak program addresses many of the challenges experts highlight within the existing treatment paradigm for substance dependence. Specifically, OnTrak: » More
Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of the Efficacy of Flumazenil and Gabapentin in Reducing Craving and Use During use during Initial Treatment of Methamphetamine Dependence Catasys Health - Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Harold Urschel, Research Across America, Dallas, Texas
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