American Healthways Earns URAC Accreditation for Impact Conditions Program.NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- American Healthways, Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : AMHC AMHC Association of Mental Health Clergy AMHC Aviation Structural Mechanic Hydraulics Chief ) today announced it has received full accreditation under URAC's Disease Management Standards for its Impact Conditions program, which provides support for acid-related stomach disorders, atrial fibrillation, decubitus ulcer, fibromyalgia, hepatitis C, inflammatory bowel disease inflammatory bowel disease n. Abbr. IBD Any of several incurable and debilitating diseases of the gastrointestinal tract characterized by inflammation and obstruction of parts of the intestine. , irritable bowel syndrome irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), condition characterized by frequently alternating constipation and diarrhea in the absence of any disease process. It is usually accompanied by abdominal pain, especially in the lower left quadrant, bloating, and flatulence. , low back pain, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and urinary incontinence. "We have witnessed the continued refinement of care support programs that address medical conditions beyond those historically associated with disease management," said Charles Stellar, URAC Board Chair. "As the reach of disease management continues to expand into other chronic and persistent conditions, we are excited to see that these programs are being approached by organizations such as American Healthways with the same rigor and quality we have come to expect from programs for core diseases." URAC is one of the nation's most respected, independent health-care accrediting organizations. American Healthways was an early adopter of URAC standards and received its first accreditation from the organization in August of 2002. In November of 2004, American Healthways earned two-year re-accreditation for programs treating diabetes, congestive heart failure congestive heart failure, inability of the heart to expel sufficient blood to keep pace with the metabolic demands of the body. In the healthy individual the heart can tolerate large increases of workload for a considerable length of time. , coronary artery disease coronary artery disease, condition that results when the coronary arteries are narrowed or occluded, most commonly by atherosclerotic deposits of fibrous and fatty tissue. and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease chronic obstructive pulmonary disease n. Abbr. COPD A chronic lung disease, such as asthma or emphysema, in which breathing becomes slowed or forced. and also was granted accreditation for its asthma program. "We take great pride in delivering programs that can be trusted for their value and integrity, and we are honored when respected organizations such as URAC validate our efforts," said Ben R. Leedle, Jr., president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of American Healthways. "URAC has long been a positive influence for disease management, driving higher standards for the entire industry while giving the purchasers of these programs an accurate benchmark for quality." URAC is a leader in the accreditation of health and managed care organizations, and continues to develop new standards for health care and revise existing ones to promote national standards and to ensure that all stakeholders, including consumers and providers are protected. URAC has issued over 2,300 accreditation certificates to more than 500 health care programs that provide health care to millions of Americans. URAC enlists committees of employers, consumers, providers, regulators and health care organizations to develop its accreditation programs. Its standards are widely circulated for public comment and beta-tested before finalization. About American Healthways American Healthways, Inc. is the nation's leading provider of total population disease management, care enhancement and health support programs proven to improve the quality of health care and lower costs. As of August 31, 2005, the Company had nearly 1.9 million lives under management nationwide. For more information visit www.americanhealthways.com. |
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