DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/68cb8f/pittsburgh_pa_mar) has announced the addition of the "Pittsburgh, PA Market Overview" report to their offering.
The Pittsburgh regions diverse economy has withstood the severe economic blows felt in other parts of the country, but that doesn't mean the area isn't without its challenges. The local healthcare market is fiercely competitive, prompting antitrust lawsuits and state investigations. Hospitals are reducing their inpatient capacity in light of rising uncompensated care and declining reimbursements, while demand is growing for outpatient care in the suburban setting. At the same time, leaders of local health plans and hospitals are launching programs to address shifting models of patient care and federal health reform.
Questions answered in this report:
The strength of UPMCs integrated network of physicians and facilities will drive innovation in the Pittsburgh healthcare market. Which health system is launching a transformation after its antitrust lawsuit against UPMC and the local Blue carrier was dismissed? Which hospitals have consolidated inpatient services? Which suburb will be home to a new $250 million acute-care facility in 2012? Which health system operates retail clinics inside area Wal-Mart stores?
A significant portion of doctors in this market are aligned with major health systems. Which multispecialty group is undergoing an integration effort? Which health plan operates a patient-centered medical home? Which insurer seeks to partner with providers to establish an accountable care organization? Which entity is looking at the possibility of opening the areas third medical school?
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield accounts for more than half of the insured segment. Why did Highmark recently file a lawsuit against the state? Which insurer offers competition to Highmark, with more than a fifth of local health plan members? Is the area home to retail insurance sales stores? Which benefit designs are gaining appeal, and what new benefit design will likely gain steam with a pilot project by the regions business coalition?
Metrics:
- Key market indicators and leading organizations among health systems, physicians and health plans
- Health systems market share
- Income, revenue, enrollment and pharmacy spend for leading health plans
- Demographics
Scope:
- Market Includes: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Washington and Westmoreland counties
- Primary Research: Analysis of HealthLeaders-InterStudy data, Billians HealthDATA, local and state news and industry reports and interviews with local healthcare executives
Key Topics Covered:
- Executive Summary
- Pittsburgh Market
- Health Systems & Hospitals
- Physicians
- Health Plans
- Medicaid/Medicare/Uninsured
- Pharmacy
- Legislation
- Employers
- Demographics & Statistics
Companies Mentioned:
- Highmark
- Highmark, Inc.
- UPMC Health Plan
- Coventry Health Care
- HealthAmerica
- University of Pittsburgh Physicians
- Allegheny Specialty Practice Network/West Penn Allegheny Primary Care Network
- Children's Community Pediatrics
- UPMC
- West Penn Allegheny Health System
- Excela Health
- Pittsburgh Business Group on Health
- Pittsburgh Regional Health Initiative
- SMC Business Councils
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