V-BID Center Update: November 2021
Our November 2021 newsletter features policy developments, literature items, media reports, and events supporting continued momentum for multiple V-BID Center initiatives throughout November.
Tuesday, November 9, 2021: University of Michigan HMP 631 Guest Lecture
On Tuesday, November 9, 2021, V-BID Center director, A. Mark Fendrick, presented to the students of University of Michigan School of Public Health HMP 631.
Press Release: V-BID Highlighted in CMMI Strategy
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.
2023 Sponsorship Opportunities
The V-BID Center is accepting sponsorship inquiries for 2023.
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.