AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHealthcare Policy: MGMA says insurers may struggle to meet the Jan. 1, 2027 electronic prior authorization deadline for Medicare Advantage and Medicaid, warning practices need EHR-ready workflows now. AI in Business: A NJ-based healthcare leader says AI ROI should be measured in staffing and productivity gains, not just patient-facing claims. Digital Finance Deal: Valley National Bancorp will buy Bluevine for about $340M, aiming to turbocharge small-business deposits and digital lending. Telecom & NJ Impact: The FCC paused Verizon’s copper landline retirement plan after state and local officials protested, including in New Jersey, as communities worry about coverage and emergency reliability. Energy & Grid: The US Army selected Ameresco to negotiate long-term leases for nuclear power campuses at Aberdeen Proving Ground and Picatinny Arsenal, with NJ plans still seeking reactor suppliers. Biotech/Pharma: Lupin won tentative FDA approval for apixaban oral suspension, to be made at its Somerset, NJ facility. Local Tech & Data: Geotab’s report uses data from millions of trucks to track supply-chain shifts, highlighting growth in regional hauling. Education/Research: Rutgers inaugurated its first Black president, Jonathan Holloway, in a ceremony delayed by COVID.
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