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Learn how health plans can fill care gaps by offering greater support and personalized solutions for women experiencing menopause.
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E-book
Explore the dramatic changes in the years since 2000 — in drug performance and design, and especially affordability.
Article
Explore how evidence-based tools like The ASAM Criteria® Navigator and InterQual® Substance Use Disorders Criteria are helping payers and providers efficiently and effectively navigate the complex substance use disorder landscape today.
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On-demand webinar
Learn how to help transform hospital revenue cycle operations with healthcare automation.
Data and analytics
Article
Understand how routine clinical practice impacts information captured in real-world data (RWD).
On-demand webinar
Hear from experts in this Endpoints News webinar on the increasing importance of clinicogenomic data, including diverse phenotypic and genotypic profiles.
Video
Optum Life Sciences leaders break down common missteps when using RWD and how to create practical strategies to overcome them. Watch the video from STAT Summit.
Article
Providers collect data about patients every day. But what should they be considering — and doing — to put their clinical data to good use?
Finances and payments
Article
Discover 4 ways health plans can save money today — and in the future — by engaging with a digital claim payment partner.
Article
Learn how AI is changing the fraud case review process.
Article
The connection between money and health runs deeper than just costs — your employees rely on your benefits strategy for overall wellness.
Article
Learn how payment delivery optimization can improve the healthcare financial cycle and bridge the gap between payers and providers.
Mental health
Article
Learn more about the current research on mobile crisis teams (MCTs), how to build an MCT as well as envision a future for them.
Article
Recognizing the unique perspectives of neurodivergent individuals and creating an inclusive workplace can enrich and empower your teams.
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Video
See how one mother found in-the-moment support during a family crisis.
Article
The collision of chronic conditions and behavioral health challenges can’t always be stopped, but healthcare leaders can work to mitigate its impact.
Patient and member engagement
Article
Learn how Optum Serve is helping to advance the health and well-being of Veterans and spouses in the trucking and cybersecurity workforce.
Guide
Learn how Optum Serve helped Veterans achieve health and wellness goals, promoted well-being, prevented illness and reduced the burden of chronic conditions.
White paper
Learn how Optum Serve supports Veterans through a whole-health approach to work and life.
Infographic
View this infographic to learn how to create a friction-free patient access journey.
Pharmacy care
Article
Learn about 5 strategies for consistent medication use and how Optum Specialty Pharmacy can help.
Article
In today’s healthcare landscape, the introduction and increasing use of biosimilars offers a promising solution to rising medication costs.
Article
Learn how a holistic model enhances multiple sclerosis care.
Article
Optum tackles the many issues infusion pharmacy care faces as it serves vulnerable patients with acute needs and complex conditions.
Pharmacy management
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First self-administered Alzheimer's therapy shifts costs to pharmacy plans, plus first treatments for MS and bronchiectasis.
Report
New drugs for myasthenia gravis and hereditary angioedema will be easier to take, more effective, and add competition.
Article
From fertility to menopause, smarter women's health benefits drive retention, reduce costs and support evolving workforce needs.
Article
From GLP-1s to oncology, learn which new and upcoming drugs could become additional sources of pharmacy spending.
Technology and automations
Case study
Using digital integration to ease administrative burdens can help you spend more time with patients and deliver positive patient outcomes.
White paper
Read the white paper for strategies on controlling fixed costs, efficiency and organizational flexibility.
Case study
See how Lima Memorial improved efficiency with advanced technology.
On-demand webinar
Watch the webinar to learn actionable strategies on tackling decreased hospital margins, increased labor costs and staffing shortages.
Value-based care
Article
A great health advocacy program helps employees get the most out of their benefits while fostering strong health outcomes and savings.
Article
Navigating a complex healthcare environment is challenging. Using hub and advocacy solutions together helps employers and employees alike.
Article
Learn 3 ways to make the shift toward at-home dialysis treatments a reality for more patients, leading to better health outcomes.
Article
Millennials are leading the charge for mental wellness—and employers are stepping up.
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Payment integrity strategies that help generate savings quickly
This guide can help you optimize your payment integrity program and achieve savings goals within 12 months.
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Delivering better value for our plan sponsors
We partner with you to determine which solutions – designed to ease rising drug costs and support better health outcomes – best match your pharmacy needs.
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Creating a seamless durable medical equipment experience
Discover how a digital-first DME strategy can enhance efficiency and transparency for health plans, clinicians and members.
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Four steps to smarter provider education
Discover how health plans can reduce billing errors and strengthen provider relationships through AI-enabled proactive education.
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3 strategies to control pharmacy spend
See the critical products our clients use to manage drug spend and improve outcomes.
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How Optum Rx goes further to promote transparency
We’re redefining pharmacy benefit management with full transparency. Explore how our platform delivers unmatched access to detailed data and insights.
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Transform your pharmacy benefits with end-to-end transparency
Learn 8 ways that plan sponsors can benefit from a comprehensive approach to transparency and accountability.
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Pivotal momentum in women’s health benefits
From fertility to menopause, smarter women's health benefits drive retention, reduce costs and support evolving workforce needs.
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Clinician Real Talk Podcast
Join host Adia Morris for inspiring chats with clinicians on care, culture and how Optum supports their journey every step of the way.
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Drug pipeline insights: Treatments poised to make an impact
From GLP-1s to oncology, learn which new and upcoming drugs could become additional sources of pharmacy spending.
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Unlocking new possibilities in risk adjustment
Learn how Optum helps health plans improve performance by using data, AI and smart technology to enhance accuracy, efficiency and integration.
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Behavioral health support for millennials at work
Millennials are leading the charge for mental wellness—and employers are stepping up.
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Trends shaping pharma strategy in 2026
How should pharma manufacturers strategically evolve as the industry shifts? Get expert insights from Advisory Board and Optum® Life Sciences.
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Transforming payer operations with Steve Yurjevich
Optum payer market CEO Steve Yurjevich discusses opportunities to streamline operations and deliver more value across the health system.
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Beyond the pitch: How to evaluate AI vendors with clinical confidence
Learn what to look for in an AI healthcare partner — from clinical rigor to transparency — to support safe, effective implementation.
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Menopause in the workplace: Promoting awareness and support
How employers and payers can step up with tailored benefits, workplace accommodations, and integrated care.
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Achieving better patient outcomes through medication adherence
Learn about 5 strategies for consistent medication use and how Optum Specialty Pharmacy can help.
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Improving transparency in payer-provider connections
Explore how real-time connections can enable more accurate claim submission to create a more efficient healthcare payment system.
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Member engagement: Advancing whole-person care
By collaborating with health plans and their members, Optum helps build a more cohesive, supportive system that prioritizes member needs.
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Maximize OR efficiency with predictive analytics
Learn how to use AI-enabled recommendations to optimize surgical capacity and predictive analytics to forecast future block utilization.
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GLP-1s: Real-life wonder drugs?
Hundreds of clinical trials are vetting GLP-1s to treat everything from Alzheimer’s to arthritis. The question is: How will we afford it?
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Managing the high cost of cancer drugs
Breakthrough cancer drugs offer better outcomes – but soaring costs pose challenges for affordability.
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Empowering providers with AI innovation
Generative AI is reshaping healthcare — boosting efficiency, easing documentation and empowering providers across the system.
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Streamlining real-time eligibility and claims
Discover how real-time eligibility, benefits and claim status inquiries can improve accuracy and efficiencies for payers and providers.