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Reaching the Unreachable: Why Human-Centered Engagement Is the Missing Link in Behavioral Health

Jan 20, 2026

This article by Lauren Barca for Behavioral Health News explores why human-centered, relationship-based engagement is critical to reaching individuals with behavioral health needs, building trust, addressing social barriers, and improving care coordination, stability, and outcomes.

Personal Touch Drives More Meaningful Member Engagement than Tech-Only

Jan 20, 2026

In this MedCity News article, Dan McDonald explains why healthcare member engagement works best when personal, trust-based outreach is paired with technology, helping close care gaps, address social needs, and improve quality and retention.

Healthcare Workforce – 2026 Health IT Predictions

Jan 5, 2026

Our very own Dan McDonald shares his thoughts on healthcare Workforce predictions and how 2026 will be the year healthcare remembers that nothing works without people. Read his full contribution here in Healthcare IT Today.

Realizing ROI for Patient Experience Investments in 2026?

Jan 5, 2026

Dan McDonald shares his predictions in this article for Health IT Answers on Realizing ROI for Patient Experience Investments in 2026.

Prenatal Compliance: Solving SDOH Needs Builds Trust with Moms

Dec 19, 2025

Lauren Barca, MHA, RN, BSN, VP of Quality of 86Borders shares her views in HIT Consultant on why health plans must address SDOH and use personal engagement to improve prenatal care.

Lauren Barca, VP of Quality at 86Borders featured on Talking the Walk Podcast

Dec 17, 2025

Lauren Barca, VP of Quality at 86Borders featured on Talking the Walk Podcast

Our Promise: A Word From CEO, Dan McDonald

Dec 17, 2025

Dan McDonald, co-founder and CEO, offers insights into the significance of our promise, highlighting 86Borders’ commitment to upholding its promise across all endeavors.

CMS Rebrands HEI to EHO4all: Breaking Down the Benefits for Health Plans Part Two

Jun 25, 2025

Part Two of this blog series delves deeper into how health plans can successfully maintain or elevate their CMS Star Ratings while ensuring compliance with the CMS renamed ruling.

Medicare Advantage in 2025: How to Handle CMS Changes, High Utilization, and SDOH Shifts

Jun 25, 2025

Medicare Advantage plans are under mounting pressure to deliver both quality care and measurable performance amid rising member utilization and sweeping changes to Star Ratings. Lauren Barca shares her insights on adaptability, stability, and financial success during a year of rapid change in this new HIMSS TV interview.