Center for Improving Value in Health Care

Did you know that brand-name prescription drugs like Humira top the list for highest total cost in Colorado? Meanwhile, generic medications—often considered a cost-saving alternative—also carry significant price tags when prescribed at high volumes. Here's a peek at the top brand and generic drugs by cost among commercial payers. Explore the full list of the top 250 brand and generic prescription drugs by cost with CIVHC's new analysis: https://lnkd.in/gemvwr6U

Researchers are using CO APCD data to examine the health care burden of?#LongCOVID?and how utilization and treatment patterns are changing in response. Read the study: https://lnkd.in/gpmgFQ2s

Today is #PiDay, but thousands of Coloradans may not partake. According to CIVHC's newly released Top 250 Drugs by total spend analysis, Colorado commercial payers spent over $60 million on Ozempic in 2023. See more of the top drugs by spend among commercial and Medicare FFS payers with the new analysis: https://lnkd.in/gemvwr6U

Five years ago, the world changed almost overnight. As stay-at-home orders took effect in early 2020, telehealth emerged as a lifeline for patients and providers alike. The latest Telehealth Services Analysis from CIVHC reveals how #telehealth has continued to shape health care delivery in Colorado. While overall usage has adjusted post-pandemic, telehealth remains essential—particularly for mental health services, where demand has remained high. #COVID19 #telehealth #mentalhealth Explore the full interactive dashboard: https://lnkd.in/grQpU2pt

The CO APCD Research Showcase is now available to watch online! This event highlights innovative research and CO APCD data use cases with other Change Agents in Colorado and across the country. Watch the full presentation now: https://lnkd.in/e6vFPzRX

We know that women’s health is essential to thriving communities, and at CIVHC, we're using CO APCD data to illuminate disparities, identify solutions, and drive change. From access to care to cost and quality insights, our data helps inform policies that ensure every woman in Colorado has the opportunity to lead a healthy life. On #InternationalWomensDay, explore how CO APCD data is making a difference with these analyses and reports. #WomensHealth #WomensDay

The?Colorado Gynecologic Cancer Alliance initiative?Carol’s Wish is a financial navigation program for people with gynecologic cancer, helping under-resourced patients enroll in insurance plans and find ways to reduce out-of-pocket costs. CIVHC partnered with Carol's Wish to understand the impact of their services on cost and outcomes for patients living with cancer. Learn more in this month's Change Agent Feature: https://lnkd.in/gst_Athn

Data Submission Guide (DSG) version 16 took effect this month. Updates to the DSG will enhance the accuracy and impact of the CO APCD. Get the details: https://lnkd.in/gVz-mHJw

The?2023-2024?Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD) Annual Report?is now available! For over a decade, the CO APCD has been the cornerstone of health care transparency in Colorado. This year's report showcases how the CO APCD is helping drive?cost savings, inform policy, and improve the health of Coloradans. In spite of its proven impact,?continued funding for the CO APCD is currently at risk.?This week, the Colorado Joint Budget Committee will decide whether to recommend state support for this vital resource. Read the report, then sign our letter of support to tell legislators: the CO APCD is an essential resource. Read the report: https://lnkd.in/eDRKHvhH Sign the letter: https://lnkd.in/g-YjXZe8

CIVHC's Provider Payment Tool, now updated with data through 2023, can help users answer a number of questions about?how payments to health care providers for services vary between years, provider types, insurance payers, and regions across the state. Here's one example of a question this one-of-a-kind tool can answer. Explore the interactive tool here: https://lnkd.in/gAks9aDQ