> A new tool could help health plans and providers demonstrate the return on investment from quality improvement. FierceHealthFinance [1]

> While many patients like the idea of corresponding with their doctors via email, few physicians have gotten on the email bandwagon. FierceHealthIT [2]

> San Diego, CA-based Scripps Health has acquired Sharp Mission Park Medical Group. The deal gives Scripps access to 35 family and internal medicine and pediatric physicians. Article [3]

> Another health plan gets on the retail clinic train. Blue Cross of Tennessee has struck a deal with Walgreens' Take Care clinics. Article [4]

And Finally...  It seems the governor of this Chilean suburb wants to make sure its seniors get their jollies. Article [5]