The Cigna StressWaves Test, a free online tool that analyses acoustic and semantic voice patterns to assess stress levels, has been launched by Cigna International. Ellipsis Health, a medical technology developer and leader in AI health and vocal biomarkers, collaborated on the StressWaves Test. The StressWaves Test will show the user’s stress level, which ranges from ‘Extremely Stressed’ to ‘No Stress,’ as well as a painting depicting the impact of stress on the body and mind.
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Reduce the premium rates: GMCB to BCBS Vermont and MVP
The Green Mountain Care Board, Vermont’s healthcare regulatory authority, has urged Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont and MVP Health Plan to reduce their projected premium rates for members in 2022. BCBSVT had requested a 5.2 percent average yearly rate hike, while MVP Health Plan had proposed a 17 percent raise. The planned rates have been decreased to an average of 4.7 percent and 12.7 percent, respectively, by the board.
What does Magellan Q2 stats say?
For the second quarter ended June 30, Magellan recorded net sales of $1.22 billion, up 11% from the same period last year. From the second quarter of 2020 to the second quarter of 2021, the company’s net income dropped by $53.6 million, resulting in a net loss of $6.5 million. The payer reported a $32.3 million segment profit, down 43.3 percent from 2020. The merger between Magellan and Centene is expected to close in the second part of this year, according to the company.