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Healthcare It News
OCTOBER 1, 2022
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OCTOBER 1, 2022
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Bill of Health
OCTOBER 1, 2022
By Aparajita Lath. Indian lawmakers are currently debating proposed amendments that would make it easier for foreign investors to research and develop products from native biological resources, such as plants. India is one of the 17 internationally recognized mega biodiversity countries , and hosts four of the 35 globally recognized biodiversity hotspots.
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Healthcare Dive
OCTOBER 1, 2022
The multimillion-dollar deal is the settlement Centene has reached over allegations it overcharged for prescription drugs and services.
Bill of Health
OCTOBER 1, 2022
By Rachel Kincaid. As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, and as we face the reality that future pandemics are coming (or have already begun ), it’s a fitting time for the United States to take stock of how the carceral system has exacerbated the harms of COVID-19, and for policymakers to seriously consider what can and should be done differently going forward.
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Colington Consulting was established in 2013 and helps organizations achieve HIPAA compliance and ensures clients stay current with the latest enforcement trends. We provide a full range of HIPAA compliance services and consulting. What separates us from our competitors is our knowledge of HIPAA compliance regulations and their application to each of our client’s particular scenarios and requirements.
Medisys Compliance
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Navigating through the complex medicare guidelines can be a complex and overwhelming task, however, here is the good news, the entire process is merely about using the right CPT codes. Once you understand the significance and the right usage of the codes, you’ve aced the game. However, one needs to be careful while billing as Medicare follows strict rules and regulations for time increments.
Mobi Health News
OCTOBER 1, 2022
During a discussion hosted by Frost & Sullivan, panelists examined how healthcare organizations should use digital tools to ensure care is easy to access.
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Mobi Health News
OCTOBER 1, 2022
The new allocation will help the company expand its insurance coverage, including Medicare and Medicaid, across the U.S.
Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 1, 2022
As we mentioned in our previous coverage of 10 healthcare organizations requesting a postponement of the deadline , on October 6th the full information blocking legislation goes into effect. While those organizations asked for a delay, it does not seem this is going to happen. Every Information Blocking actor should be ready for this deadline. Whether this was prompted by the request for a postponement or was already planned, ONC has put out a dedicated information blocking webpage and has pla
HIPAA Journal
OCTOBER 1, 2022
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) failed to implement adequate cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data in its pre-award risk assessment process, according to a recent audit conducted by the HHS’ Office of Inspector General (OIG). NIH invests more than $30 billion each year in medical research for the American people, with more than 80% of the funding awarded through approximately 50,000 competitive grants for research institutions within the United States and around the world.
Health Populi
OCTOBER 1, 2022
As consumers learn to appreciate and patronize retail touchpoints, entertainment, and financial management via omnichannel platforms, patients and health citizens are seeking more enchanting service levels for their health care. The latest view on patient preferences from Kaufman Hall is out in the firm’s annual 2022 State of the Healthcare Consumer Report.
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Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Lead investor Mercia, alongside Intuitive Ventures and Black Opal, invests in Optellum’s pioneering AI-powered lung-health technology. Optellum , an Oxford -based medtech company that provides a breakthrough AI platform to diagnose and treat early-stage lung cancer, has raised $14 million in a Series A funding round. The investment will enable Optellum to scale its base, operations, and commercial launches in the UK and USA ; accelerate research and development; and expand its platfo
Digital Health News
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Our Future Health is turning to Microsoft Azure Cloud to secure the data it collects from volunteers to help advance healthcare.
Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Welcome to our Healthcare IT Today Weekly Roundup. Each week, we’ll be providing a look back at the articles we posted and why they’re important to the healthcare IT community. We hope this gives you a chance to catch up on anything you may have missed during the week. Why eClinicalWorks Invested $100 Million in Microsoft Cloud Services. Company co-founder Sam Bhat told John Lynn that eClinicalWorks “never regretted” its decision to transition to Microsoft Azure.
Becker's Health IT
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Danville, Pa.-based Geisinger is notifying patients about a ransomware attack at a mail service vendor that has compromised the protected health information of 2,857 patients, CNHI News reported Sept. 28.
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FACIS® helps organizations mitigate patient and organizational risk. Maintaining compliance and safeguarding against fraud and abuse in today’s changing healthcare landscape can be challenging. Most healthcare organizations screen and monitor providers against the OIG but that’s only ONE of FACIS®’ primary sources. FACIS® pulls data for every taxonomy from the lowest level employee to the highest level licensed professional.
Compliancy Group
OCTOBER 1, 2022
With an October 6, 2022 deadline looming, a group of hospitals and medical associations is making a last-minute plea for HHS to delay the implementation of the 21st Century Cures Act Information Blocking Rule for one more year. Passed as part of the 21st Century Cures Act in 2016, the rule is intended to encourage innovation in medical research and expand patients’ control over their protected health information (PHI).
HealthIT Answers
OCTOBER 1, 2022
By Matt Fisher - Covered entities as defined by HIPAA come in various types and shapes. It is not just a physician’s office or a hospital. Any entity that provides healthcare services and bills insurance (very gross oversimplification) can and likely does qualify as a covered entity. The post HIPAA Right of Access Goes to the Dentist appeared first on Health IT Answers.
Symplr
OCTOBER 1, 2022
In January, symplr announced a new golf sponsorship program and has since welcomed new members. LPGA pro Azahara Muñoz was among the first brand ambassadors in the program. The partnership with Muñoz is unique and goes beyond the golf course, given that she was set to begin 2022 on maternity leave. symplr’s decision to partner with Muñoz symbolizes our dedication to all hard-working parents regardless of their chosen roles!
HealthIT Answers
OCTOBER 1, 2022
CMS wants to remind Medicare Promoting Interoperability Program participants that the EHR reporting period for new and returning participants is a minimum of any continuous, self-selected, 90-day period. The post The Last Day to Start a 90-day EHR Reporting Period is October 3 appeared first on Health IT Answers.
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Healthcare Law Blog
OCTOBER 1, 2022
On September 21, 2022, the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis held public hearings and issued a report assessing the performance of large, for-profit nursing home chains during the early phase of the Coronavirus pandemic. The Subcommittee’s ongoing investigation began in June 2020, and focused on five for-profit nursing home chains that collectively operated over 850 skilled nursing facilities, each of which had significant outbreaks across their facilities.
Compliancy Group
OCTOBER 1, 2022
With an October 6, 2022 deadline looming, a group of hospitals and medical associations is making a last-minute plea for HHS to delay the implementation of the HIPAA Information Blocking Rule for one more year. Passed as part of the 21st Century Cures Act in 2016, the rule is intended to encourage innovation in medical research and expand patients’ control over their protected health information (PHI).
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 1, 2022
What You Should Know: – The first large, real-world study of the effectiveness of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines during pregnancy found these vaccines, especially two initial doses followed by a booster, are effective in protecting against serious disease in expectant mothers whether the shots are administered before or during pregnancy. – Pregnant women were excluded from COVID-19 mRNA vaccine clinical trials, so this new study fills a significant knowledge gap, providing strong evidence th
Hanys
OCTOBER 1, 2022
During the pandemic, Syracuse healthcare organizations collaborated in unprecedented ways to serve their community. In a video shown at the Healthcare Trustees of New York State Annual Conference this week, their leaders discuss those partnerships and their continued dedication to patient care and innovation.
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The industry has seen an increasing pace of ransomware, zero-day, and remote-code execution attacks. Learn how to defend against these against these attacks in this eBook.
McGuire Wood
OCTOBER 1, 2022
One Equity Partners (OEP) has announced it has completed the acquisition of Prime Time Healthcare. Prime Time , based in Omaha, Neb., is a healthcare staffing services provider. Founded in 2012, the company states that it provides placement services for registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants and allied health clinicians to approximately 8,500 U.S. facilities.
Becker's Health IT
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Cybersecurity incidents at public and private companies have become alarmingly frequent and a large portion of them are due to third-party data breaches.
Hall Render
OCTOBER 1, 2022
In a continuing resolution passed to keep the government from shutting down at midnight on September 30 th , Congress has included provisions that extend the low-volume hospital adjustment and Medicare Dependent Hospital program. The two measures that were set to expire on September 30 th have now been extended until December 16 th , which also corresponds with the length of the continuing resolution.
Hanys
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Understanding FEMA Public Assistance funding requests for COVID-19. Oct. 3. Workshop for executive assistants to the C-suite and board coordinators. Oct. 6, Oct. 12, Oct. 19, Oct. 26 and Nov. 2. How strong compliance creates value for the healthcare organization. Oct. 11. Infection Control and Epidemiology Basics. Oct. 11 – Nov. 1. Standing membership call on COVID-19 and other issues.
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Hall Render
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Hurricane Ian forced 16 Florida hospitals to evacuate, although only a few hospitals sustained any major damage per NBC news. American Healthcare REIT plans to go public on the New York Stock Exchange. The REIT owns 313 health care facilities in the U.S. and U.K., as well as a controlling interest in Trilogy Health Services, the operator of 122 senior care campuses.
Hanys
OCTOBER 1, 2022
HANYS' virtual Infection Control and Epidemiology Basics program is essential education for new infection preventionists and those interested in honing their skills. Participants of the four-day training will meet requirements for New York state for infection control and barrier precautions and can earn CE credits for nurses and quality professionals.
Becker's Health IT
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Seattle Children's is alerting patients about a ransomware attack at a mail service vendor that has compromised the protected health information of 6,750 patients.
Hanys
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Their expanded Aging with Dignity program provides participants with tools to overcome aging challenges, creates a sense of community and offers a calming, supportive and open environment to discuss shared experiences. Learn more in our Member Spotlight.
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