Patricia F. Jones

Island Peer Review Organization, Inc. provides healthcare assessment and improvement services. It ensures medically necessary and appropriate care, promotes value-driven healthcare, and partners with providers to improve care and health outcomes. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Lake Success, NY.

Part of McKesson Corp., National Health Enhancement Systems, Inc. develops, licenses, and markets health evaluation software. The company is based in Phoenix, AZ. National Health Enhancement Systems was acquired by HBO & Co. on December 29, 1997 for $68.82 million.

The American Nurses Association, Inc. operates nursing facilities center. The association represents the interest of the nation’s registered nurses for improving the quality of health care for all. The company was founded in 1896 and is headquartered in Silver Spring, MD.

The Maryland Insurance Administration regulates insurance companies and health plan services. It investigates complaints, licenses insurance companies, conducts financial examinations to ensure solvency, compliance with state laws, investigates insurance fraud and reviews rates and contract forms. The firm also provides information on topics like life, health, automobile and homeowners insurance. The company was founded in 1872 and is headquartered in Baltimore, MD.

Hayes, Inc. provides healthcare and healthcare solutions through the use of evidence. Its solutions include knowledge center, consulting and client services. The company was founded by Winifred S. Hayes in 1989 and is headquartered in Lansdale, PA.

American Academy of Family Physicians is the largest medical society in the United States dedicated to primary care. The non-profit company is based in Leawood, KS, and the CEO of the company is Shawn Martin. The organization's focus is on providing ongoing, personal patient-physician relationships that prioritize integrated care. Family physicians provide care for underserved and rural populations more than any other medical specialty. Founded in 1947, it represents over 129,600 physicians and medical students across the country.

World Health Organization provides voluntary medical services. It is the United Nations' agency for health. WHO is governed by countries that approve funding, programs and policies related to public health and health related social issues through the world health assembly. Some of the health and social issues which the organization addresses are communicable & non-communicable diseases, community & family health, hunger, health technology, mental health, pharmaceuticals and sustainable development. Founded on April 7, 1948, the organization is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.

Pan American Health Organization, Inc. provides health care services. It offers health systems and services, sustainable development, family, gender and life course, mental health, immunization, non communicable diseases, communicable diseases, health information and analysis, human resources for health and emergency preparedness, and disaster relief. The company was founded in December 1902 and is headquartered in Washington. DC.

GlobalMedia Group LLC develops telemedicine solutions. It offers telehealth software solutions, telemedicine carts, examination cameras, and medical imaging equipment, and medical peripherals, such as resting systems, ultrasound devices, and monitoring equipment. The firm also provides hardware and software research and development, design, engineering, and manufacture and support. The company was founded by Joel E. Barthelemy in 2002 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ.

Memorial Hermann Physician Network, Inc. provides health care services. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association is a national association that represents pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in America. The non-profit company is based in Washington. The association provides services to patients, health plans, insurers, state and federal governments, and drug manufacturers. The Rx Research Corner is a blog written by the Research Team at PCMA, which covers topics related to the PBM and prescription drug space, ranging from pricing to policies and patient issues such as access and equity. The association's groundbreaking research by University of Chicago Economics Professor Casey Mulligan estimates that PBMs create $145 billion in value annually. Some of the association's members include CVS Health, Optum Rx, Evolve Pharmacy Solutions, Cigna Pharmacy Management, and more. PBMs are working to improve the lives of patients living with diabetes and their families by reducing insulin costs.

The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) is a professional organization that focuses on promoting best practices in managed care pharmacy. The non-profit company is based in Alexandria, VA. The company's goal is to provide quality care and cost-effective coverage to patients, payers, employers, and government. The AMCP affiliate offers a way for members in Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Missouri to connect at the local level. The company was founded by Rodolfo Prio-Touzet. Susan A. Cantrell has been the CEO of the company since 2016.

Blue Shield of California engages in the provision of healthcare insurance services. The firm offers insurance products include HMO, preferred provider organization, dental and medicare supplemental plan, accidental death and dismemberment, executive medical reimbursement, life insurance, and vision and short-term health plans. The company was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Oakland, CA.

OptumRx, Inc. provides pharmacy benefit management services. It manages the prescription drug benefit of commercial, medicare and governmental health plans, as well as those of employers and unions. The firm serves members through mail service. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Costa Mesa, CA.

Blue Cross & Blue Shield Association provides healthcare insurance services. The firm operates several business initiatives in support of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies and represents the Blue System in national forums. It offers insurance products to all segments of the population, including large employer groups, small business and individuals. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.