Healthcare Dive
JULY 7, 2023
The proposed rule released Friday would limit short-term plan duration to up to four months. Stakeholders have been waiting for President Joe Biden to restrict access to the bare-bones coverage since he assumed office.
Health Populi
JULY 7, 2023
The definition of “convenience” in the eyes of patients, consumers, and caregivers is multi-faceted, with the concept of “location” shifting both physically and digitally. We learn this in new research from JLL , the global real estate services company. “Why is a real estate services company doing research into consumers’ views on health care?
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Healthcare Dive
JULY 7, 2023
The National Association for Home Care and Hospice said regulators used “an illogical and invalid methodology” in a new payment model.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 7, 2023
Air pollution shown to increase depression symptoms in individuals with bipolar disorder, a new study published by Cambridge University Press found.
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Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?
Modern Healthcare
JULY 7, 2023
Some 1,600 affected 340B-covered hospitals would receive the $9 billion payment that looks to offset the 340B reimbursement reductions the Supreme Court deemed unlawful.
HIPAA Journal
JULY 7, 2023
A joint cybersecurity advisory has been issued by the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), and the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (CCCS) warning about a TrueBot malware campaign targeting organizations in the United States and Canada.
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Fierce Healthcare
JULY 7, 2023
A federal judge this week ruled that the Biden administration will be prohibited from communicating with social media platforms regarding a broad range of content. | A federal judge this week ruled that the Biden administration will be prohibited from communicating with social media platforms regarding a broad range of content. The precedent could limit efforts by the administration to combat misinformation regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and future public health emergencies.
Kaiser Health News
JULY 7, 2023
On July 1, Idaho became the only state without a legal requirement or specialized committee to review maternal deaths related to pregnancy. The change comes after state lawmakers, in the midst of a national upsurge in maternal deaths, decided not to extend a sunset date for the panel set in 2019, when they established the state’s Maternal Mortality Review Committee, or MMRC.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JULY 7, 2023
Ralf-Gordon Jahns, managing director of Research2Guidance, joins MobiHealthNews to discuss R2G's findings on effective monetization strategies for digital health solutions.
HIPAA Journal
JULY 7, 2023
Advanced Medical Management LLC, a provider of operational, administrative, and technical healthcare management services to large physician organizations, government agencies, and health plans, has recently announced that it was the victim of a cyberattack in which the protected health information of 319,485 individuals was exposed and potentially stolen.
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Feeling overwhelmed by medical waste regulations? This comprehensive guide unravels the complexities of medical waste disposal, ensuring you stay compliant and prioritize safety. Inside you'll find: Clear categorization: Learn to precisely classify medical waste for proper handling and disposal. Labeling & Storage: Discover best practices for clear labeling and secure storage of medical waste.
Becker's Health IT
JULY 7, 2023
Hospitals and health systems whose providers use ChatGPT could be opening themselves up to HIPAA violations and lawsuits if they are not careful with patient data, two health policy experts wrote in JAMA.
Mobi Health News
JULY 7, 2023
Ralf-Gordon Jahns, managing director of Research2Guidance, joins MobiHealthNews to discuss R2G's findings on effective monetization strategies for digital health solutions.
HIPAA Journal
JULY 7, 2023
According to the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report, 80% of successful data breaches are due to the use of compromised passwords, and while password best practices are widely understood, people are still taking considerable risks and continue to use weak passwords to secure their accounts and fail to follow password best practices. Common poor password practices include setting passwords that are easy to remember, including dictionary words, memorable dates, and personal information that
HIT Consultant
JULY 7, 2023
What You Should Know: In 2021, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) implemented changes to evaluation and management (E/M) CPT billing codes aimed to reduce the administrative documentation burden on providers. Epic Research just came out with a new study that shows the average length of clinical notes has continued to increase over the last three years.
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Start-ups & SMBs launching products quickly must bundle dashboards, reports, & self-service analytics into apps. Customers expect rapid value from your product (time-to-value), data security, and access to advanced capabilities. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) tools can provide valuable data analysis capabilities, but they have a barrier to entry that can stop small and midsize businesses from capitalizing on them.
HIPAA Journal
JULY 7, 2023
On June 12, 2023, Fortinet disclosed a critical remote code execution vulnerability in its FortiOS firmware. The heap buffer overflow issue was assigned a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 out of 10 and could be remotely exploited on Fortinet firewalls that have the SSL VPN interface exposed to the Internet. Last month, Fortinet warned that the vulnerability – CVE-2023-27997 – had already been exploited in limited attacks, so immediate patching was strongly recommended.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 7, 2023
The world of healthcare is already so huge and yet it keeps expanding. Every day we see new faces trying to make a name for themselves with new ideas or new takes on old ideas. Technology continues to advance, allowing us to finally accomplish things we had previously only dreamed of. And we continue to grow and learn and fight to be more inclusive in our practices.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 7, 2023
Medicare’s value-based programs are penalizing inpatient hospitals for community-level health equity factors that impact outcomes but are largely out of hospitals’ control, according to a recent an | Patient populations with more complex needs, greater uncompensated care and who frequently live alone translate to reimbursement cuts for hospitals under CMS' current quality performance programs, according to a recently published study.
Digital Health News
JULY 7, 2023
NHS England and the government are to set up an expert group to ensure the NHS takes advantage of the opportunities of artificial intelligence (AI).
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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.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 7, 2023
Medicare Advantage payers need to start paying attention to the health and economic status of potential new members when those members turn 64. | The time to start looking for socioeconomic differences in Medicare Advantage and traditional Medicare enrollees isn’t when they turn 65, say researchers. It’s when individuals turn 64.
Digital Health News
JULY 7, 2023
Jersey General Hospital has gone live with MAXIMS' electronic patient record solution and has signed a deal for its sexual health solution too.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 7, 2023
Americans are likely to skip important health screenings, and women have a less positive outlook than men regarding their current and future health prospects, according to a survey released by Afla | A new survey from Aflac finds that Gen Z is least likely to value preventative care checkups, men and women have different perspectives on their long-term health and the Hispanic population faces unique challenges.
Digital Health News
JULY 7, 2023
Digital Health’s monthly roundup of contracts includes news of Nottingham University Hospitals and Wirral University Teaching Hospital.
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While data platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and programming platforms have evolved to leverage big data and streaming data, the front-end user experience has not kept up. Holding onto old BI technology while everything else moves forward is holding back organizations. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) aren’t built for modern data platforms and don’t work on modern architectures.
Becker's Health IT
JULY 7, 2023
Wilmington, Del.-based Henrietta Johnson Medical Center's EHR vendor, Delaware Health Net, suffered a cyber event that has compromised patients' protected health information at its organization.
Compliancy Group
JULY 7, 2023
OSHA health and safety training sets the gold standard for workplace safety, weaving a web of protection that keep employees safe from hazardous situations. In an era where businesses face increasing scrutiny over their safety practices, OSHA provides invaluable support to organizations by promoting a culture of vigilance and preparedness. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is the guardian angel of American workers, ensuring that they can perform their daily tasks without f
HIT Consultant
JULY 7, 2023
Melissa Powell, COO of Genesis HealthCare Your grandparent has arthritis in their knees, which can make it difficult for them to walk around their home. What if they had access to robot limbs to help them move around more independently without experiencing pain? Your parent has been diagnosed with a heart condition, and your entire family is constantly worried about their health.
HealthIT Answers
JULY 7, 2023
By Scott Cullen MD - Health systems are facing new and rapidly evolving challenges and leaders are being pushed to innovate at the same pace as a result. Meeting the immediate needs of the system may seem paramount, but healthcare leaders must take a long-term, strategic approach to transformation to reap the full benefits. The post 4 Components for Long-Term Transformation appeared first on Health IT Answers.
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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.
HIT Consultant
JULY 7, 2023
What You Should Know: Allegheny Health Network (AHN) and the Israel Innovation Authority sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish a formal affiliation between AHN’s Research Institute and the Innovation Authority to support Israeli healthcare startups. The strategic alliance will provide Israel Innovation Authority with access to AHN facilities for pilot projects, advanced technology support, and other forms of program assistance.
The Health Law Firm Blog
JULY 7, 2023
By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On February 23, 2022, a psychiatric practice and its owner agreed to pay $310,874 to resolve allegations they improperly hired and employed a physician who was excluded from federal healthcare programs. The physician who was hired was on [.
Hanys
JULY 7, 2023
Our Member Spotlights have always highlighted the great work of our members. Now HANYS' in-house videographer will film and produce a short, social media-ready video in addition to a written story highlighting each Member Spotlight program to help you engage with your community. Learn about our expanded submission criteria and submit your story on our website.
Healthicity
JULY 7, 2023
Ada eagerly agrees to join her friends on a camping trip, and this naturally “indoorsy” gal finds herself loving every minute of the trip, so much so that she forgets one crucial element.
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In the rapidly-evolving world of embedded analytics and business intelligence, one important question has emerged at the forefront: How can you leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance your application’s analytics capabilities? Imagine having an AI tool that answers your user’s questions with a deep understanding of the context in their business and applications, nuances of their industry, and unique challenges they face.
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