Healthcare Dive

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The insurer on Wednesday joined its peers in slamming proposed MA payment rates as insufficient given the dogged increase in medical costs.

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Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Two bills in U.S. Congress this year are expected to boost e-prescriptions. This article explains the complexities that makes it so hard to implement electronic prescribing for controlled substances (EPCS), summarizes the intended impacts of the bills, and introduces Imprivata digital identity technology, which has been used in health care for such purposes for many years.

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Healthcare Dive

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The layoffs come after the CEO praised the divisions’ “momentum” on a fourth-quarter earnings call.

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Digital Health News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust have launched their Patient Engagement Portal this week in partnership with Health Call.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Healthcare Dive

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Lurie Children’s Hospital first reported the outage last week. Phone, email and electronic systems are still down.

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Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

New Module to Offer More Robust Integrated V irtual Care Delivery Options 98point6 Technologies , a leader in licensed on-demand virtual care software, announced the addition of a new asynchronous module to its flagship technology , allowing providers the option of delivering both live and asynchronous care capabilities. By enabling healthcare organizations to license this additional model of care delivery, 98point6 once again sets the bar with an integrated, purpose-built clinician solution th

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Digital Health News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

This episode of Unplugged takes a look at interoperability in practice and empowering improved health outcomes through connecting care records.

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Healthcare Dive

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

In comments on a proposed rule, the American Hospital Association argued regulators haven’t fully addressed how they’ll handle oversight for some situations, like when an insurer fails to pay after a dispute determination.

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Fierce Healthcare

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Amazon is eliminating a "few hundred roles" across One Medical and Amazon Pharmacy, the company confirmed Tuesday. | Amazon is eliminating a "few hundred roles" across One Medical and Amazon Pharmacy, the company confirmed Tuesday.

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Mobi Health News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Personify will merge Virgin Pulse's well-being, health and comprehensive navigation services with HealthComp's health plan administration offerings.

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Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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Fierce Healthcare

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Patients living in poor neighborhoods are more likely to have worse postsurgical outcomes even if they’ve got insurance coverage, according to a

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HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Etienne Boshoff, Managing Director of EHR Consultancy MediConfig These days, technology plays a vital role in improving the quality of life, impacting various sectors, including healthcare. Electronic Health Records (EHR) have revolutionized the way medical professionals access and manage patient data, leading to streamlined processes, improved patient care, and increased cost-efficiency.

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Mobi Health News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Amazon is reportedly cutting over 100 jobs at One Medical and Amazon Pharmacy, according to a letter to employees from Amazon Healthcare Services executive Neil Lindsay. Roughly 115 positions may be eliminated within the healthcare division, according to Business Insider, in a move to decrease One Medical operating losses.

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HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

What You Should Know: – KLAS Research , a leading healthcare IT research and consulting firm, has announced the winners of its 2024 Best in KLAS Awards , recognizing the top vendors and service providers in the healthcare technology and services industry. – Best in KLAS is awarded only in those software and services market segments that have the broadest operational and clinical impact on healthcare organizations.

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Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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Fierce Healthcare

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Three months following the merger of Virgin Pulse and benefits administrator HealthComp, the combined company has rebranded as Personify Health with its sights set on revamping the patient experien | Personify Health introduced what it calls a personalized health platform that combines HealthComp's health plan administration capabilities with Virgin Pulse's holistic wellbeing solutions and comprehensive health navigation.

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HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Myoung Cha, Chief Product Officer at Verily What You Should Know: – Verily , an Alphabet precision health technology company appoints Myoung Cha as Chief Product Officer. – As Chief Product Officer at Verily, Cha will lead strategy and development across the company’s care (Verily Onduo), research (Verily Viewpoint), and products (Verily Numetric) portfolio.

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Fierce Healthcare

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Montefiore Medical Center has agreed to a $4.75 million settlement over data security failures federal officials uncovered when investigating an employee who had sold patient information to crimina | Federal officials investigated the New York City-based health system after an incident in which an employee's inappropriate access and sale of patient data wasn't detected for more than a year.

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HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

What You Should Know: – H1 , the go-to resource for healthcare professionals, clinical trial information, and life sciences research, announced the launch of its conversational AI tool GenosAI Pro. – The conversational AI tool empowers pharmaceutical companies to streamline workflows, enhance data-driven decision-making, and optimize clinical trial processes within the Trial Landscape platform.

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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

Health IT Security

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

US Fertility resolved a class action lawsuit following a 2020 ransomware attack and data breach that impacted nearly 900,000 individuals.

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HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Dr. Esteban López, Chief Medical Officer at Doxy.me What You Should Know: – Doxy.me , a telehealth platform dedicated to making telemedicine accessible to all, announced the appointment of Esteban López, MD, MBA, as its new Chief Medical Officer (CMO), effective February 5, 2024. – As CMO, Dr. López will lead Doxy.me’s Growth Department, strategically expanding its reach in the US, particularly underserved communities, and growing its international presence.

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Fierce Healthcare

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Papa’s New Impact Programs Add Value for Health Plans jpiatt Wed, 02/07/2024 - 12:00

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HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

What You Should Know: – Ambience Healthcare , the leading AI operating system for healthcare organizations, announced a $70M Series B funding round co-led by Kleiner Perkins and OpenAI Startup Fund. – This funding comes on the heels of Ambience’s rapid commercial success, with deployments at major healthcare systems like UCSF, Memorial Hermann, and John Muir Health.

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Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

Digital Health News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

London-based telehealth company QuestPrehab has won a world-first, pioneering contract to provide digital prehabilitation (‘prehab’) services to China.

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HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Gary Frazier, Chief Growth Officer at Helio Genomics What You Should Know: – Helio Genomics , an AI-driven healthcare company specializing in diagnostics technology for cancer detection, has appointed Gary Frazier as its Chief Growth Officer. – Frazier’s appointment at Helio Genomics underscores the company’s commitment to strategic growth and innovation.

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Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Physical therapists have unique needs for an ambient clinical voice solution. They are constantly walking about the floor, chatting with different patients and watching how many reps and sets they do. Comprehend PT uniquely meets the PT’s needs and allows the therapist to create notes in their particular tone and style just by speaking while they work.

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Fierce Healthcare

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Remember when the Camden Coalition’s hotspotting approach was the new kid on the block? | As accountable and full-risk payment structures grow in market share and popularity, there is a pressing need to redefine how success in primary care is measured.

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Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

Digital Health News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

This briefing covers qure.ai gettingn FDA breakthrough device designation and Teeside University joining the Northern Health Science Alliance.

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HealthIT Answers

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

By Kim Boyd - On January 17, 2024, CMS unveiled the final rule aimed at advancing interoperability and enhancing prior authorization processes. This regulation leverages API technology to drive transparency, efficiency, and reduce provider, patient, and payer burden. The post CMS Rule Drives New Era of API-Enabled Data Sharing and Prior Authorization Reform appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Medisys Compliance

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Introduction In today’s healthcare landscape, maximizing revenue collection is crucial for ensuring smooth operations and delivering quality care. While billing often occurs after the fact, capturing patient payments at the time of service (TOS) offers significant advantages. Medisys, your trusted medical billing partner, presents a comprehensive guide to help you optimize TOS collections and improve your financial health.

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HealthIT Answers

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

By Lana Moriarty & Alex Mugge - HHS is working diligently to strengthen policies that can bring patients more comprehensive access to their health information. In October 2023, the ONC and CMS held an event to share initiatives that help patients access their health data. The post The Evolution of Patient-Centered Care: Patient Access to Their Health Data appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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