A close-up of a medical scene with a syringe, vials, and a stethoscope resting on a document labeled "Diabetes." The focus is on the syringe and the word "Diabetes," suggesting a context related to diabetes management or prescription medications.

Texas A&M University

Evaluating Colorado’s Insulin Affordability Program: A Step Towards Equitable Diabetes Care Managing diabetes is a challenge for millions of Americans. In Colorado, nearly 300,000 people have diabetes, and about one in three adults has prediabetes. For many, insulin is essential to effectively manage the disease, yet high co-pays for insulin Read more

By Spencer Fortier, ago
Image of medical billing statement with calculator and stethoscope on top

Brandeis University

Understanding the Impact of Consumer Choice on Health Care Costs In recent years, transparency in health care pricing has taken center stage, thanks to tools like CIVHC’s Shop for Care and thanks to new federal and state hospital price transparency laws. These initiatives are designed to equip patients with clearer Read more

By Spencer Fortier, ago
Illustration of a medical professional operating a mammogram machine as a patient undergoes a breast screening. The scene, highlighting the importance of BRCA genetic testing, features a large pink ribbon on the right side symbolizing breast cancer awareness.

Susan G. Komen Foundation

  The Susan G. Komen Foundation is one of the world’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to eliminating breast cancer. Founded in 1982, the organization is committed to saving lives by investing in breakthrough research, offering support to patients, and ensuring that everyone has access to quality breast cancer care. With over Read more

By Spencer Fortier, ago

Updates to Shopping Tool Allow Coloradans to Compare Prices and Quality for Hundreds of Health Care Services

The Center for Improving Value in Health Care (CIVHC) is excited to announce enhancements to its innovative Shop for Care tool, designed to equip Colorado residents with transparent information to make cost-effective decisions about their health care. This tool offers a one-stop-shop for comparing quality and prices across various types Read more

By Spencer Fortier, ago
A person uses a calculator on a desk with a laptop, glasses, and a stethoscope nearby, hinting at healthcare finances or medical billing, possibly leveraging APCD data.

Vail Valley Partnership

Vail Valley Partnership (VVP) is a non-profit development organization focused on ensuring the community’s well-being and economic vitality by striving to make their region an attractive place to live and work. Back in 2019, they took on the challenge of tackling high health insurance premiums in Eagle County, which were Read more

By Spencer Fortier, ago