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Lucienne Ide, MD, PhD, Founder and CEO of Rimidi The promise of remote patient monitoring (RPM) to revolutionize healthcare delivery remains just out of reach for millions of Americans, namely the people who stand to gain the most from it Medicaid recipients facing significant health disparities. Despite its proven track record in improving patient outcomes , reducing hospitalizations, and enhancing care accessibility for underserved populations, RPM’s widespread adoption is being stifled
Written by Dr. Stacey R. Atkins, PhD, MSW, LMSW, CPC, CIGE The governments new whistleblower complaint portal launched in April 2025 emphasizes the importance of complying with regulations related to qui tam suits, OCR investigations and protecting the rights of employees submitting a tip or complaint internally or to authorities. This article illustrates how certified compliance professionals play a pivotal role in protecting whistleblowers and preventing retaliation.
What You Should Know: – Womaness , a modern menopause brand offering a wide range of solutions, has announced a new partnership with Walmart. – Starting today, Womaness products will be available in select Walmart stores and online, as part of Walmarts broader Womens Intimate Health Space initiative. This collaboration aims to address the need for accessible, affordable, and effective menopause products.
The Justice Department alleged the pharmacy chain knowingly provided prescriptions for large amounts of opioids, filled prescriptions early and completed prescriptions for dangerous combinations of drugs.
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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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Investors balked last week after UnitedHealth reported first-quarter MA utilization grew at twice its expected rate. Yet Elevance said spending was in line with expectations, a development one analyst called surprising.
What You Should Know: – Wondr Health , a leader in digital, evidence-based lifestyle support and behavior-change interventions for weight and obesity management, has announced expansions to its comprehensive metabolic health programs. – These expansions aim to help employers prevent and manage common and expensive weight-related chronic health conditions, while also mitigating the financial risks associated with GLP-1 coverage.
Strategic Acquisition to Enhance UniDocs eHealth Software Capabilities UniDoc Health Corp. , an innovator in the eHealth sector, is pleased to announce it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement for the acquisition of the AGNES Connect software from AMD Telemedicine (AMD). This software forms the foundation of UniDocs previously announced NEIL Connect software platform.
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.
What You Should Know: – Yosi Health , a recognized leader in cloud-based digital patient scheduling, registration, payment, and communication software, announced it has become part of the Elation Health Partner Hub. – The curated marketplace connects primary care innovators like Elation Health with integrated technology partners selected to help strengthen provider-patient relationships and elevate the quality of care.
By Sue O'Connell - Mark Nays first client had lost the van she was living in and was struggling with substance use and medical conditions that had led to multiple emergency room visits. Nay helped her apply for Medicaid and food assistance and obtain copies of her birth certificate and other identification documents needed to apply for housing assistance.
What You Should Know: – Ascertain , a healthcare technology company focused on empowering care teams with artificial intelligence (AI) raises $10M in Series A funding round led by Deerfield Management , featuring strategic participation from Northwell Health. – The investment will be used to accelerate Ascertain’s growth trajectory and expand access to its innovative AI-powered solutions across the healthcare ecosystem. – The company aims to enable higher quality patient
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By Matt Fisher - Whenever an entity subject to HIPAA experiences a data breach, notification must be given to the Office for Civil Rights. Once OCR receives notification of a breach, an investigation will typically follow. That combination is a sure way for broader issues to be uncovered. That is the scenario that played out in the most recent settlement announced by OCR.
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In healthcare, where patient data protection is paramount, effective vendor risk management isn't just good business—it's essential for maintaining compliance and trust. This comprehensive guide helps healthcare compliance professionals navigate the complexities of third-party vendor relationships in an increasingly interconnected healthcare environment.
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