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Business Wire
12-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Cave Consulting Group's (CCGroup) Midwest Health System Client Has Superior Performance Results for Knee/Hip Replacement Surgery
SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--'Using our extensive benchmarking database, CCGroup identifies a Midwest health system client as being in the upper performance tier for treating lower extremity joint replacements (LEJR) under the CMS Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM),' stated Dr. Douglas G. Cave, President/CEO of CCGroup. 'The CCGroup-CMS Region LEJR bundle average is $20,500, while our client's average is $17,000 (or 17% more efficient),' stated Yuri Alexandrian, COO of CCGroup. He continued, 'Our health system client participated in the CMS Bundled Payments for Care Improvement (BPCI) initiative for knee/hip replacement. During this time, the health system implemented a new operating model where knee/hip replacement surgery moved from inpatient facility to outpatient facility and ambulatory surgery center (ASC) settings. Now, our client is mandated to participate in CMS TEAM bundles payment.' CCGroup determines LEJR TEAM bundle results using the CCGroup-CMS Innovator Project. 'The CCGroup-CMS Innovator Project is a Cloud/SaaS Subscription Model offering that has efficiency and quality results for most practicing specialists in the United States,' explained Dr. Cave. 'The CCGroup-CMS Region LEJR bundle average is $20,500, while our client's average is $17,000 (or 17% more efficient),' stated Yuri Alexandrian, COO of CCGroup. A main reason for bundle efficiency improvement is the significant movement from inpatient to outpatient facility for our client's LEJR bundles. For instance, the CCGroup-CMS Region average is 55 admissions per 100 LEJR bundles as compared to our client's average of 23 admissions per 100 LEJR bundles. 'This finding decreases our client's average inpatient cost to $3,300 per bundle as compared to the peer group's average of $8,300 per bundle (or 60% less),' explained Mr. Alexandrian. Dr. Cave mentioned, 'Inpatient facility reduction is only half the battle to achieving a high performance bundle rating. A health system also needs to reduce adverse events as measured by unplanned hospital readmissions and the CMS patient safety and adverse events (PSAE) composite. Our client's PSAE composite is 30% of all LEJR bundles, while the CCGroup-CMS Region PSAE composite is 19% (both are higher than expected). The key adverse event category is complications directly related to surgery. Our client understands the need to address ASC quality improvement.' Moreover, during the 30-day follow-up period, health systems must address the appropriate post-acute care level of rehabilitation facility and home health care (Rehab/HHC) services. Mr. Alexandrian defined, 'In many instances, we observe savings achieved from lower LEJR inpatient facility utilization that is mostly offset by overutilization of Rehab/HHC services. However, this is not the case for our client where the average Rehab/HHC amount is $775 per bundle as compared to the peer group of $1,200 per bundle (or 35% less).' CCGroup benchmark results show average Rehab/HHC per LEJR bundle varies from $450 to $3,100 – over a 6-fold difference. Future press releases will address CCGroup client-related results for CMS TEAM surgical hip femur fracture treatment, spinal fusion, coronary artery bypass graft, and major bowel procedure. About Cave Consulting Group, Inc. (CCGroup) Cave Consulting Group, Inc. is a software and consulting firm located in San Mateo, California. The company is focused on improving the efficiency (cost-of-care) and effectiveness (quality-of-care) of the healthcare delivery system. Senior management of CCGroup has assessed the performance of physicians and hospitals for over 33 years for health systems, provider groups, CINs, ACOs, health plans, HMOs, and TPAs.
The Star
04-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
Selangor Raja Muda completes two-day working visit to London
PETALING JAYA: The Raja Muda of Selangor Tengku Amir Shah Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has completed a two-day working trip to London, UK, where he met with various leaders, youth-focused institutions and members of the Malaysian diaspora. The two-day working visit, themed 'Leadership, Youth and Making an Impact', is aimed at deepening international collaborations and to amplify the Selangor Youth Community (SAY) mission of empowering the young people. 'The session offered guests the rare opportunity to hear directly from His Majesty on his personal journey in leadership, the founding of SAY and his vision for empowering the next generation of Malaysians - both at home and abroad,' said SAY in a statement on Wednesday (June 4). SAY said on June 3, Tengku Amir Shah led the Malaysian delegation for a high-level strategic meeting with the King's Trust International (KTI), a global organisation founded by King Charles III. 'The meeting reaffirmed the partnership between KTI and SAY through the TEAM Programme Malaysia - a nine-week initiative designed to support at-risk youth including young offenders, care leavers and youths not in education, employment or training. 'The discussions centred on the programme's evolution since its launch in 2022, including impactful partnerships with drug rehabilitation centres and Malaysia's national employment portal, as well as sustainable funding through SAY's charity initiatives and municipal partnerships. 'Also explored were future programme expansions such as shorter-format interventions and a broader local funder base, supported by the anticipated HSBC funding pipeline,' it said. SAY said over the past five years, the TEAM programme has transformed the lives of over 460 young people and it has plans to reach out to another 200 in the coming year through a structured six-month post programme support phase. Meanwhile, SAY said Tengku Amir Shah visited the Battersea Power Station which was hosted by the Battersea Power Station Development Company and it explored how heritage revitalisation can serve as a catalyst for inclusive growth and sustainable employment. SAY said the delegation was introduced to the Battersea Academy for Skills & Employment (BASE), which is a best-practice model that integrates employability training, education and industry collaboration to promote upward mobility for underserved communities. 'The visit offered valuable insights into integrating community development with urban transformation, while laying the groundwork for future collaborative initiatives in Selangor. 'Both engagements underscored SAY's commitment to benchmarking global approaches and localising proven models of social impact,' it said. SAY said on June 4, Tengku Amir Shah convened a Royal Dialogue Session, themed 'Leadership, Youth and Making an Impact', at the Malaysian High Commission in London, which was attended by Malaysian students, professionals and government representatives based in the UK. 'His Highness shared personal reflections on leadership, the founding of SAY and the importance of building dignified, inclusive platforms for youth. 'Addressing structural challenges such as skill mismatches, mental health stigma, and socioeconomic inequality, His Highness emphasised the value of resilience, purpose-driven action and cross-sector collaboration. 'He also highlighted the vital role of the diaspora as bridges to Malaysia, bringing home fresh ideas, global networks and sustained partnerships,' it said. 'His Excellency Datuk Zakri Jaafar, High Commissioner of Malaysia to the UK, echoed these sentiments in his remarks, calling the event a timely reminder of the strength and reach of the Malaysian diaspora in shaping the nation's future,' added SAY. SAY said the multi-day engagement reinforced SAY's vision of developing an inclusive, globally-informed system that empower Malaysian youth. 'Whether through strategic programme delivery, learning from international benchmarks, or community engagement with Malaysians abroad, SAY remains committed to creating opportunities for young people to thrive - at home and beyond borders,' it added.
Global News
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Global News
Long waits a ‘defining aspect' of Vancouver byelection, report finds
The number of election officials assigned to register voters was meanwhile cut from 416 to 150, and combined with an increased turnout, this meant each worker had to deal with more than three times as many voters than in 2017. Story continues below advertisement Now the city is promising improvements for the general election next year, including plans to increase the number and size of polling stations, better staffing and improved accessibility. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy The report says byelection planning projected just under 60,000 voters and 67,962 voters ended up casting ballots, which the city said at the time was a 40-per-cent increase from a byelection held in 2017. The report says each polling station had a priority line for older adults or people with disabilities but the lines did not function as intended at times because of the volume of voters. 1:59 Vancouver byelection advance voting sees record turnout Political party TEAM for a Livable Vancouver, whose candidate Colleen Hardwick lost out on a seat by about 16,000 votes, says the byelection saw widespread voter suppression TEAM points to a separate report by a researcher which estimates more than 33,000 people chose not to vote because of the long lines. Story continues below advertisement 'There is no question that this by-election was poorly planned and discouraged thousands of Vancouver voters from exercising their democratic rights,' Hardwick said in a statement. Left-of-centre parties secured both council seats in the byelection, with Mayor Ken Sim's ABC party candidates finishing in sixth and seventh place, respectively. Sim's party continues to have a majority on council.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Severe weather threat increases for metro Atlanta overnight
The Brief A Level 3 severe weather risk has been issued for metro Atlanta, with damaging winds, hail, and possible tornadoes expected overnight Tuesday. The strongest storms are forecast to move into the area after 9 p.m., peaking around midnight before shifting southeast of I-85. Cooler, drier air will arrive by midweek, with more comfortable conditions expected by Friday, though rain and heat may return for Memorial Day weekend. ATLANTA - Metro Atlanta is bracing for the possibility of severe weather overnight because of high humidity, rising temperatures, and the potential for damaging storms later Tuesday. What we know Temperatures are expected to climb toward 90 degrees, with muggy conditions continuing throughout the day. While Tuesday afternoon should remain storm-free, FOX 5 Atlanta meteorologists are urging residents not to let their guard down. Click here for latest weather information. A newly issued Level 3 out of 5 severe weather risk has been expanded further into the metro area, highlighting the threat of multiple strong thunderstorms and possible tornadoes. Areas shaded in orange on the latest risk map indicate heightened concern for dangerous conditions overnight. Forecasters say damaging wind gusts remain the most likely threat, but hail and even tornadoes cannot be ruled out. The storm system responsible for the threat has already triggered numerous warnings in other states earlier today. As of Tuesday morning, skies remained partly cloudy in North Georgia, with dew points similar to Monday—keeping conditions sticky and uncomfortable. Rain is not expected during the afternoon hours, but conditions will change quickly as the cold front nears. KEEP UP WITH THE LATEST BY DOWNLOADING THE FREE FOX 5 STORM TEAM APP AND FOLLOWING @FOX5STORMTEAM ON X, FORMERLY TWITTER Timeline Storms are forecast to move into Georgia after 9 p.m., with peak activity reaching the metro Atlanta area between late evening and shortly after midnight. The system will then continue southeast, impacting areas beyond Interstate 85 in the early morning hours. Once the line of storms passes through, the severe threat will diminish, and drier, cooler air will begin to settle in. Temperatures will drop noticeably by Friday, with morning lows near 57 degrees and highs in the upper 70s. Comfortable humidity levels are expected to persist into the weekend. What's next However, warmer temperatures and scattered rain could return over Memorial Day weekend, according to the FOX 5 Atlanta Storm Team.
Business Insider
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Microsoft (MSFT) Introduces AI Agent that Can Code for People
Microsoft's (MSFT) GitHub unit has introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) agent that can code for users, taking on complex programming work for companies and computer experts. Confident Investing Starts Here: The new AI coding agent will be included in Microsoft's 'Copilot' AI function. Developers can check the AI agent's work from GitHub, a widely used repository for code. They can also request modifications and ask that GitHub add source code to existing files. The new AI agent for GitHub was announced at Microsoft's Build developer conference in Seattle on May 19. Analysts say the new product shows that Microsoft wants to use AI to enhance its suite of software products. The coding agent could help the technology giant to distinguish its developer tools from competitors such as Atlassian (TEAM) and GitLab (GTLB). Build Conference 'Using state-of-the-art models, the agent excels at low-to-medium complexity tasks in well-tested codebases, from adding features and fixing bugs to extending tests, refactoring code, and improving documentation,' said Thomas Dohmke, CEO of GitHub, which Microsoft acquired in 2018. The launch of Microsoft's AI coding agency comes as developers and users with less technical knowledge increasingly adopt 'vibe-coding' systems that write programs and code with a few words of human direction and prompts. Analysts say that GitHub's new coding agent could assist with maintaining code libraries. Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant now has more than 15 million users, four times more than a year earlier, CEO Satya Nadella told analysts on a recent conference call. MSFT stock has risen 9% this year. Is MSFT Stock a Buy? Microsoft's stock has a consensus Strong Buy rating among 35 Wall Street analysts. That rating is based on 30 Buy and five Hold recommendations issued in the last three months. The average price target on MSFT stock of $509.41 implies 11.05% upside from current levels.
