Rep. Kim Moser introduced legislation that would increase access to biomarker testing, which can help determine the best treatment plan for a specific patient. Despite its benefits, access to biomarker testing has not kept pace with the rate of innovation due to several barriers, including lack of coverage by private health insurance and Medicaid programs, which…
Carole Christian Elected to Greater Louisville Inc. Board of Directors
Wyatt, Tarrant and Combs, LLP announced that Carole Christian has been elected to the Board of Directors of Greater Louisville Inc. The organization leads economic development initiatives for the region, drives job creation and is committed to transforming our community by improving quality of life, advocating for a pro-business environment and developing a talented workforce.…
Beam Dental Expands Benefits Portfolio, Rebrands to Beam Benefits
Beam Dental, a digitally-native employee benefits company, today announced the addition of voluntary life, accident and hospital indemnity products to its benefits portfolio. With these new products, Beam continues its evolution as a one-stop-shop for ancillary benefits and has rebranded to Beam Benefits. The change is accompanied by a refreshed brand identity and new website. Studies show…
UofL College of Education & Human Development, School of Medicine launch new master’s degree in health professions education
The College of Education and Human Development and the School of Medicine at the University of Louisville have launched a new, fully online Master of Science degree in Health Professions Education (MSHPE). “The goal of the MSHPE program is to magnify the impact of the health professions educator. Not only do health professions educators improve…
Physician-Led, Team-Based Care: The Best Medicine for Kentucky
By Monalisa Tailor, MD Growing up, I knew I wanted a job helping others. This passion is what drove me to become a physician and helped me through years of medical school, residency and finally into my own practice. It’s the same passion that motivates me today to ensure my patients receive the very best…
Kentucky-based EmsanaRx Forge Partnership with Mark Cuban to Make Lower-Cost Medicines Available to Employers
The Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company, PBC (Cost Plus Drugs) and EmsanaRx, PBC, the only pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) built by employers, for employers, today announced a collaboration with the launch of EmsanaRx Plus, a first-of-its-kind supplemental drug discount product designed specifically for employers as a standalone pipeline for lower-cost medicines that have been…