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Nearly 11M would become uninsured under GOP reconciliation bill: CBO

Healthcare Dive

The analysis from the nonpartisan budget scorekeeper found 7.8 million would lose coverage due to Medicaid cuts.

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Sentara enters health plan partnership with WellTheory

Healthcare It News

WellTheory announced this week that, in its first deal with a payer, the company will provide Sentara Health Plans' nearly one million members in Virginia and Florida with access to a dedicated care team providing 12 months of autoimmune care. WHY IT MATTERS Once members join WellTheory's platform, they would start their virtual care journey with root cause assessments that can uncover what's driving their autoimmune symptoms.

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Charity care policies can vary wildly between hospitals: report

Healthcare Dive

A new report from the Lown Institute finds that variability in policies means two nearly identical patients can receive wildly different bills — sometimes within a few blocks of one another.

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Hims & Hers acquires European telemedicine platform Zava

Mobi Health News

Skip to main content Toggle navigation Main Menu Topics Video Provider Payer Pharma Consumer Investor Regions ANZ ASIA EMEA Global Edition Global Edition Patient Access Hims & Hers acquires European telemedicine platform Zava Through the acquisition, the company will expand its operations in the UK and launch operations in Germany, France and Ireland.

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How to Turn “Check-the-Box” Compliance Trainings Into Real Learning

Speaker: Brian Richardson, Brian Richardson, Founder and CEO of Richardson Consulting Group

Let’s face it—most ethics and compliance training programs aren’t winning awards for engagement. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be effective, captivating, and maybe even enjoyable! Join learning design expert Brian Richardson for a dynamic session on how to breathe new life into your ethics and compliance training. We'll explore innovative strategies to bring traditionally dry topics to life, making them resonate with learners and drive tangible change.

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State exchange directors urge Senate to reconsider GOP megabill, citing harm to ACA enrollees

Healthcare Dive

Seventeen states sent the letter to Senate leadership this week outlining how Republican’s reconciliation legislation will kick millions off coverage, sicken risk pools and trample on state autonomy.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Artificial intelligence startup OpenEvidence inked a multi-year content agreement with the JAMA Network to use content from 13 medical journals to inform answers on its platform.

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Palantir + TeleTracking Partner to Power Smarter Hospital Operations

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – TeleTracking Technologies , the market leader in Healthcare Operations Platforms, and Palantir Technologies, a leader in artificial intelligence systems announced a strategic partnership aimed at transforming operational decision-making in healthcare and delivering long-term value to providers globally. – The collaboration will integrate TeleTracking’s industry-leading platform, Operations IQ, with Palantir’s advanced analytics and AI-powered opera

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Aranscia Acquires Spesana

Healthcare IT Today

Electronic Health Systems Pioneer Carla Balch Joins Aranscias Executive Leadership Team Aranscia , a global provider of award-winning clinical workflow and diagnostic technology solutions, today announced that it has acquired Spesana and its best-in-class suite of patient navigation, clinical collaboration, and oncology clinical decision support utilities.

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Updated Play Ransomware Cybersecurity Advisory Issued as Victim Count Reaches 900

HIPAA Journal

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have issued an update to a previously issued joint cybersecurity advisory on the Play ransomware group, also known as Playcrypt. Playcrypt has been active since June 2022 and has conducted ransomware attacks on businesses in multiple sectors, including healthcare providers and other critical infrastructure entities.

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The Essential Guide to Secure Messaging in Healthcare

Discover everything healthcare providers need to know about secure messaging. Covering essential topics like HIPAA compliance, communication efficiency, and patient privacy protection, this resource is indispensable for professionals, caregivers, and administrative staff alike.📱 💬 Whether managing sensitive patient data, coordinating care teams, or streamlining workflows, discover actionable insights to implement secure messaging solutions effectively.

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MHRA launches digital hub in Leeds to drive innovation

Digital Health News

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has launched a digital hub in Leeds to advance innovation and growth.

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Beyond the Buzz: AI and Automation Can Drive Operational Efficiency While Enhancing Health Plan Member Experiences

HIT Consultant

Yvonne Daugherty, Global Head of Industries at Ushur Imagine a world where interactions with your health plan feel as intuitive and supportive as confiding in a trusted expert—even during moments of crisis. A world where members no longer face long phone queues or convoluted systems for routine inquiries when support is needed most. Instead, AI and automation redefine support, delivering scalable, secure, and empathetic experiences for meaningful business and member experience impact.

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NHSE cancels £69m eBCMS programme to fund more EPRs

Digital Health News

NHS England has cancelled a 69m electronic bed capacity management systems (eBCMS) programme to fund more electronic patient records (EPRs).

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Exclusive: Salvo Health raises $4M in expanded seed prime round

Mobi Health News

The company will grow its clinical team and expand its virtual care platform across GI partner clinics representing 700 physicians, after an 800% rise in patient volume.

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Can Your Organization Spot a Conflict Before It’s a Crisis?

Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk

In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?

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FDA 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance: What You Need to Know in 2025

Dot Compliance

In the life sciences industry, data is central to regulatory compliance, product quality, and patient safety. As organizations continue shifting from paper-based to digital systems, FDA 21 CFR Part 11 remains one of the most important regulations governing how electronic records and signatures are used, stored, and managed. In 2025, the need for secure, validated, and audit-ready systems is greater than ever.

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Emerging technologies in healthcare, part 2: General Catalyst

Mobi Health News

Alexandre Momeni, a partner at General Catalyst, describes how the VC firm funds visionary founders building frontier technologies while balancing high-risk bets with responsible innovation and strategic portfolio construction.

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Medical Debt Crisis: Are Inconsistent Hospital Policies Putting Patients at Risk?

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – A new report from the Lown Institute , an independent healthcare think tank, highlights significant inconsistencies in financial assistance and collection practices across 2,500 U.S. hospitals. These disparities create a confusing landscape for patients, potentially leading to medical debt, as eligibility for free or discounted care can vary dramatically even between nearby facilities. – The Lown Institute’s research indicates that while hospitals are ex

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Smart Glasses, AI Call Centers, AI Medical Scribes, and Much More at the eClinicalWorks Health Center Summit

Healthcare IT Today

This week I’m lucky enough to be attending the eClinicalWorks Health Center Summit conference. This is a really unique event since it brings together many of the 850+ FQHCs that are eClinicalWorks customers all in one place to hear the latest from eClinicalWorks and to connect with peers. I’ve often referred to FQHCs as the gem of healthcare.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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Healthcare organizations could be unprepared to adopt generative AI: survey

Healthcare Dive

Only 18% of respondents knew about formal policies at their firms overseeing the use of the technology, while just 20% said staff were required to undergo structured training, according to Wolters Kluwer.

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Sutter Health Breaks Ground on $442M Advanced Neuroscience Complex in San Francisco

HIT Consultant

Source Credit: Sutter Health What You Should Know: – Sutter Health this week announced construction on the new Sutter Advanced Neuroscience Complex at Mission Bernal, a development designed to expand access to high-quality neurological and neurosurgical care in Northern California. – The five-story, 129,000-square-foot facility will be located at the corner of César Chávez and Valencia streets.

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The Future of Value-Based Care: Aligning Payers & Providers for Better Outcomes

HealthIT Answers

By Chris Lally - Over time, lawmakers, payers, and clinicians recognized that misaligned incentives produced waste, clinician fatigue, and uneven results. Value-based care (VBC) reshapes the equation by tying payment to quality, equity, and cost control. But how do you get there? The post The Future of Value-Based Care: Aligning Payers & Providers for Better Outcomes appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Can Text Messages Be HIPAA Compliant? A Practical Guide for Healthcare Teams

HIPAA Vault

Text messaging is an indispensable tool for healthcare providers who need to communicate quickly with colleagues and patients. However, when sensitive health information is involved, the stakes become higher. Under HIPAA, any system that transmits Protected Health Information (PHI) must implement specific safeguards. That raises the question: Can text messages be HIPAA compliant?

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HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends

Based on comprehensive survey data from diverse healthcare providers, the 2025 HIPAA Benchmark Report delivers actionable intelligence for modern compliance programs. This report examines how organizations are restructuring HIPAA Privacy Programs to address emerging regulatory requirements. Through analysis of staffing models, program operations, and breach management protocols, it provides a clear picture of current best practices.

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TikTok Live Incident Results in Termination and Board of Nursing Investigation

HIPAA Journal

A registered practical nurse who livestreamed a med pass on TikTok has been terminated from her position and now faces a Board of Nursing investigation over a potential HIPAA violation. Sharing protected health information on social media without patient authorization is a violation of the HIPAA Privacy Rule. The HIPAA Privacy Rule generally limits uses and disclosures of protected health information (PHI) to those required for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations.

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How Much Does a HIPAA Compliant Email Cost?

HIPAA Vault

Healthcare organizations rely on email for daily communication with patients, staff, and vendors. But when these exchanges involve Protected Health Information (PHI), standard email platforms fall short. HIPAA’s strict guidelines mean that any tool used to store or transmit PHI must follow specific safeguards to protect data privacy. A HIPAA-compliant email solution isn’t optional—it’s essential.

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Serve You Rx Adds Two New Biosimilars to its Formulary

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Serve You Rx announced today the inclusion of two newly approved biosimilars to Stelara® (ustekinumab) – Otulfi (ustekinumab-aauz) and Yesintek (ustekinumab-face) – to its Biosimilar Advantage Formulary. This move is set to deliver substantial savings for self-funded employers and health-plan sponsors while maintaining therapeutic benefits for patients with conditions like Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, plaque psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis. –

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Congress’ Proposed Paperwork Requirements Could Leave New Families, Laid-off Workers, and Self-Employed Without Health Coverage

Center for Health Insurance Reform

The Senate will soon consider the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” that would make changes to Marketplace eligibility and enrollment processes, potentially leaving millions, including new families, laid-off workers, and small business owners in a tangle of red tape and at risk of losing critical health coverage. CHIR’s Karen Davenport looks at who might be hurt by these policies.

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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers

Every health care provider that accepts federal payments must screen for excluded providers. Use this sample Exclusion Screening Checklist and Compliance Policy to evaluate and improve your organization’s compliance with the law. Payments from Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare trigger screening requirements that may extend to employees, contractors, volunteers, board members, and network providers.