Exec: Startups shouldn't be afraid of innovating the Medicaid space

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Top Story Startups Should Stop Being Afraid of Innovating the Medicaid Space, Exec Says At a recent conference, Yuvo Health CEO Cesar Herrera said he is proud to bring value-based care to Medicaid populations, but he wishes there was more innovation activity dedicated to these beneficiaries. In his view, the main obstacles preventing startups from entering this space are ignorance about how the Medicaid market works and the false belief that they can't make money in it. Sponsored Content TriNet Pharma Highlights the Rise of the Medical Science Liaison and Honors Legacy of Its Founder Presented by MedCity News & TriNet Pharma As pharmaceutical reps are used less and less, the role of the MSL has become more prominent as a conduit between life sciences companies and external stakeholders for drug development. Learn More>> Top 3 Reasons to Attend INVEST Digital Health Based upon survey feedback from last year's attendees: 1) Find Partners/Networking; 2) is a tie between, Meet Investors/Get Funding and Learn from Panel Discussions and Speakers; 3) is another tie between, Discover Startups and Learn About Innovation Opportunities. Don't miss out on your opportunity to gain all of this and more. Join Us October 26th at Pegasus Park in Dallas, TX. Hurry and Get the Lowest Ticket Price: $200 Off - Register Now!

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