HEALTH INSIGHTS

10 Steps to Developing a Culture of Health for Hospital and Health System Employers

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Regardless of the decisions recently made by the U.S. Supreme Court and regardless of any future legislation passed by Congress, there are several trends already well underway that are creating a more enduring American healthcare system.

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Michael Taylor
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Dr. Michael Taylor, Chief Medical Officer for Truven Health Analytics

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