Business Institute Blog Series
For more than 45 years, Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley and North Shore was a respected, trusted and innovative community resource serving older adults throughout northeastern Massachusetts. In this three-part blog, staff there share the story of how their AAA decided to risk its brand awareness, rethink its visual identity and successfully transition to AgeSpan, a more welcoming and accessible agency for consumers, community partners and other stakeholders.
The Medicare Annual Wellness Visit and Opportunities for the Aging Network
The Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) benefit through Medicare is an important component of health for Medicare enrollees. In partnership with the National Council on Aging (NCOA), the Aging and Disability Business Institute has developed a Policy Spotlight that highlights current approaches to in providing AWV benefits to Medicare beneficiaries.
Partnering with Medicare Advantage Plans
A new case study shares the successes of AgeSpan, that improved health outcomes for older adults through evidence-based programs under contract with a Medicare Advantage plan.
Evidence Bank
The Evidence Bank is a collection of research studies on common services provided by CBOs that demonstrate outcomes attractive to a health care partner. This collection is updated on a monthly basis.
Getting Started
Getting Started provides a collection of business acumen resources to help those beginning their journey toward partnerships and contracts with the health care sector. Start here if you are looking for the basics, or if you need a refresher on health care contracting fundamentals.