Press Release: V-BID Highlighted in CMMI Strategy White Paper
October 20, 2021– the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Innovation Center (CMMI) has released a white paper detailing its strategic direction for the next decade.
Tuesday, October 26, 2021: COA Payer Exchange Summit
On Tuesday, October 26, 2021, V-BID Center director, Dr. A. Mark Fendrick, spoke at the Community Oncology Alliance 2021 virtual Payer Exchange Summit.
Thursday, October 21, 2021: Better Medicare Alliance Summit
On Thursday, October 21, 2021, V-BID Center director, Dr. A. Mark Fendrick, spoke at the 2021 BMA Summit on a panel discussing value-based care.
Press Release: Employers Increase Patient Access to Preventive Care for Chronic Conditions
New NPC-funded research by the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) has found that many employers would like to further broaden pre-deductible coverage for medications and health services used to treat common chronic conditions.
2022 Sponsorship Opportunities
The V-BID Center is accepting sponsorship inquiries for 2022.
Tuesday, October 5, 2021: University of Michigan Alpha Epsilon Delta
On Tuesday, October 5, 2021, V-BID Center director, Dr. A. Mark Fendrick, presented to the University of Michigan chapter of Alpha Epsilon Delta, a pre-health society.
V-BID Center Update: Enhancing Health Equity and the ACA Preventive Services Mandate
Our September 2021 newsletter features policy developments, literature items, media reports, and events supporting continued momentum for multiple V-BID Center initiatives throughout September.
Thursday, September 30, 2021: Smarter Health Care Coalition & AHIP Panel Discussion on Chronic Disease Coverage
On Wednesday, September 29, 2021, V-BID Center director, Dr. A. Mark Fendrick, spoke at a chronic health care briefing, hosted by America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) and the Smarter Health Care Coalition (SHCC).
Tuesday, September 21, 2021: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Lecture
On Tuesday, September 21, 2021, V-BID Center director, Dr. A. Mark Fendrick, virtually presented to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) Futurescape of Medicine series.
Tuesday, August 17, 2021: Avera Board of Directors Meeting
On Tuesday, August 17, 2021, V-BID Center director, Dr. A. Mark Fendrick, presented to the Avera Board of Directors.
Tuesday, August 17, 2021: HealthPayerIntelligence Virtual Summit Keynote
On Tuesday, August 17, 2021, V-BID Center director, Dr. A. Mark Fendrick, served as the keynote speaker for the 2021 HealthPayerIntelligence Virtual Summit: Plotting a Path Forward.
Tuesday, August 10, 2021: Colorado Consumer Health Initiative Briefing
On Tuesday, August 10, 2021, V-BID Center director, Dr. A. Mark Fendrick, briefed the Coloroado Consumer Health Intiative (CCHI) regarding policies that would increase access and affordability to essential medical care.
V-BID Center Update: V-BID Included in CMS Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule
This update features policy developments, literature items, media reports, and events supporting continued momentum for multiple V-BID Center initiatives throughout July 2021 and early August 2021.
Press Release: V-BID Elements Adopted to Achieve Equity in Health Insurance Coverage
In July 2021, the DC Health Benefit Exchange Authority (DCHBX) voted to adopt key recommendations from its Social Justice and Health Disparities Working Group which aim to expand access to providers and health systems, eliminate health outcome disparities, and ensure equitable treatment in health care settings and delivery of health care services for communities of color.
Monday, July 19, 2021: Patients Rising Briefing
On Monday, July 19, 2021, V-BID Center director, A. Mark Fendrick, briefed Congressional staff regarding policies that would increase access and affordability to essential medical care.