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CareAllies supports physician organizations on their journey to more rewarding health care.

CareAllies works side-by-side with health care providers to help improve the quality, value and experience of care for their patients.

10/08/2026

The five-year survival rate for breast cancer is now above 90%, thanks in large part to screening and early detection. The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends all women aged 40–74 get screening mammograms every two years. For Medicare patients, the CMS Part C measure for breast cancer screening states every-two-year screenings for women ages 52-74.

Breast cancer awareness month presents a good opportunity for you to connect with your patients on the importance of screening:
• Educate at every touchpoint.
• Make scheduling easy by providing handouts with phone numbers and websites of nearby screening centers.
• Use your EHR to send out text messages, emails, and patient portal reminders.
• Identify and address barriers by asking about your patients’ potential concerns and debunking any myths that may be preventing them from getting their mammogram.

By raising awareness for prevention and screenings, you can make a significant positive impact on not only your patients but on closing this gap.

09/23/2026

Sometimes, lack of information or misinformation can cause seniors to delay getting potentially life-saving vaccinations.

As a physician, patients trust your guidance, which is why discussing the benefits of vaccines and dispelling myths about their safety and efficacy is so important.

To help guide your conversations with patients about vaccines, the CDC recommends using the SHARE method, highlighted below.

09/16/2026

Vaccination conversations are an important part of preventive care, especially for older adults.

As we head into respiratory virus season, consider using upcoming patient visits to review vaccination status and identify recommended vaccines patients may be missing.

For your Medicare patients, that conversation may include flu, pneumococcal, shingles, and other recommended vaccines based on age and individual risk factors. A clear recommendation from a trusted physician can help patients make informed decisions about vaccination.

At the next visit: Review. Recommend. Vaccinate when appropriate.

09/09/2026

How important is online reputation to physicians?

Surveys show 84% of people research doctors by reading online reviews - and 75% said they would not schedule with a provider rated below 4 stars out of 5.

Are you paying attention to what your patients are posting? If not, it could be impacting your retention, growth, and credibility.

Read more and learn how to manage, grow, and improve your online reputation:
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08/31/2026

Over the past 20 years, deaths due to overdoses have continued to increase, especially those involving opioids.

There are several harm reduction policies, programs, and practices in place today to help combat overdoses, including drug utilization reviews on the part of health plans to help mitigate opioid overuse. These include Drug Management Programs, retrospective Part D Opioid Drug Utilization Reviews and safety edits. CMS has codified these policies for Medicare beneficiaries too.

Today, International Overdose Awareness Day, helps us remember those who have died as a result of overdose and reinforces the importance of doing what we can to help prevent them.

08/20/2026

With just over four months left in the year, have you considered outreach to patients you have not yet seen in 2026 for their annual wellness visit (AWV)?

AWVs offer a great opportunity for you to strengthen relationships with your patients, create personalized care plans, and identify any potential care gaps or health issues that can be addressed now to set them up for a healthier 2027.

Prioritizing AWVs and preventive care leads to happier, healthier patients, which boosts loyalty and keeps them more engaged in their care.

08/12/2026

Pill burden associated with polypharmacy costs the health care system billions. It can lead to nonadherence, high out-of-pocket costs, reduced quality of life, increased risk of hospitalization, and prescribing cascades that can further compound pill burden.

By applying the evidence-based strategies outlined below, you can reduce pill burden, enhance adherence, and minimize the risk of medication-related complications.

08/03/2026

National Immunization Awareness Month is observed every August and highlights the importance of routine vaccinations.

Immunizations are particularly important for seniors, who are much more susceptible to infections, hospitalizations, and complications from preventable diseases like pneumonia, flu, and shingles.

Preventive immunizations can improve patient outcomes while supporting quality performance and cost management, two key goals of value-based care.

As you see patients this month, take an extra moment to review vaccination status to ensure everyone is up to date and fully protected.

07/28/2026

Medication adherence is one of the main ways primary care physicians can help patients improve their health and well-being. But it's not easy - up to 50% of patients fail to take long-term medications as prescribed.

A personal outreach call from your office can make a meaningful difference. In one CareAllies medication adherence initiative, patients who received an intervention were 20 times more likely to fill a late prescription and three times more likely to be adherent by the end of the year: https://bit.ly/45raOyb

07/22/2026

Today is World Brain Day, which aims to raise awareness about neurological disorders and equitable access to treatment.

More than 3.4 billion people currently live with a neurological disease, yet millions don't get proper care due to cost, limited access, lack of trained specialists, and long wait times.

Primary care providers are central to managing brain health in patients--facilitating memory screenings, mitigating risk factors, and coordinating referrals to specialists. Through your involvement and advocacy, PCPs play a crucial role in raising awareness, increasing access, and improving outcomes.

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