Healthcare It News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Companies are expanding their reach with artificial intelligence through acquisitions, investments and government approvals on a near-daily basis. These are just some of the AI health tech announcements we're watching unfold this week. HEALWELL AI to acquire majority control of Pentavere HEALWELL AI debuted last month after partnering with WELL Health Technologies, which provides a digital healthcare operations platform, to launch AI-based decision support to advance early disease diagnosis

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Healthcare Dive

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The nonprofit operator hopes that a California provider fee program, due to pay out later this fall, will lessen its losses.

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Digital Health News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

UK electronic patient record provider Nervecentre has unveiled a new patient app, Patientcentre.

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Healthcare Dive

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The report proposes multiple actions for protecting older medical devices, including research into more modular devices and collecting data on cyber risks.

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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!

Mobi Health News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Dr. Patrick Carroll, chief medical officer at Hims & Hers, describes the company's EMR and how its datasets power MedMatch, its new AI offering for mental health providers.

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Healthcare Dive

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The 37-year veteran helmed the agency’s pandemic response, and was a key decision-maker in controversial calls on opioids, an Alzheimer's therapy and muscular dystrophy drugs.

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Healthcare Dive

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Beginning in 2025, plans sold in state-based exchanges would be required to meet time and distance standards for provider access under a new rule proposed Wednesday.

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Digital Health News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Answer Digital has won an award for AI Project of the Year at the IT Industry Awards for its multi-modal AI platform supporting faster diagnoses in the NHS.

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Fierce Healthcare

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Another international survey has painted Americans’ access to care in a poor light when compared to those living in other wealthy countries, particularly when looking at disparities in residents’ i | Nearly half of surveyed U.S. adults with average or lower incomes said they had a cost-related reason for skipping medical care during the prior 12 months, versus 29% of those with higher incomes.

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Talkiatry is a telemedicine service connecting psychiatrists with patients suffering from depression, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, and other common mental health and behavioral problems. This market is an especially complex area of health care for many reasons. In this video, CEO Robert Krayn talks about how Talkiatry addresses the needs of patients by leveraging their eClinicalWorks EHR platform.

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Fierce Healthcare

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Beginning in 2025, health plans sold in state-run insurance exchanges would be required to meet time and distance standards that are at least as adequate as mandated on federal marketplaces, accord | State insurance exchanges would be required to meet the same standards as federal exchanges under a new rule by CMS on Wednesday.

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Mobi Health News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Also, H2U has received strategic investment to take on the South Korean market.

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

MIDAS Healthcare Solutions, Inc. , the leading developer of technology-driven solutions to promote the safe use, storage, return, and disposal of controlled substances and other dangerous medications in hospitals and other healthcare institutions, announced today a $2 million investment from MCPC Healthcare Investment, LLC , the newly formed investment arm of Cleveland-based MCPC.

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Fierce Healthcare

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Mayo Clinic pulled in $302 million of operating income (6.8% operating margin) during the third quarter, raising the organization’s year-to-date up to $751 million (5.7% operating margin), accordin | A rock-solid 6.8% operating margin for the quarter came courtesy of continued strong demand, stabilizing workforce issues and a focus on performance improvement, leadership said.

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HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Dr. Sheila Bond, Physician at Brigham and Women’s Hospital Healthcare is undergoing dramatic shifts, including increasing demands on caregivers, changes in care settings (particularly after the pandemic), and technology advancements, to name a few. These changes are influencing the way clinical decision support (CDS) resources and tools are designed and delivered.

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Fierce Healthcare

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Value-based care leads to a better patient experience — and a better experience for physicians, too, a new study from Humana shows.

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Digital Health News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Today's briefing includes news Feebris has received the maximum score on usability and accessibility in a DTAC assessment.

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Fierce Healthcare

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Dignity Health Global Education (DHGE) has officially transitioned to OpusVi to highlight its sole mission of eliminating the healthcare staffing shortage crisis. | DHGE has officially transitioned to OpusVi to highlight its sole mission of eliminating the healthcare staffing shortage crisis.

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Becker's Health IT

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

A note started coming out of every printer during a cyberattack at Oceanside, Calif.-based Tri-City Medical Center, as employees raced to shut them off, the San Diego Union-Tribune reported Nov. 15.

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HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

What You Should Know: – Pathway , an AI-powered medical knowledge platform, has secured $5 million in seed funding to expand its solutions and address information overload for healthcare professionals. The seed funding was led by Yamaha Motor Ventures , with participation from Verge HealthTech Fund , existing investors Amplify Capital , BoxOne Ventures , and Formentera Capital.

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Health Populi

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

While health care has been slower than other industries to leverage digital transformation, COVID-19 accelerated change — revealing some key barriers blocking the potential for more fulsome transformation, the OECD explains in its latest version of Health At A Glance for 2023 with a detailed chapter on “digital health at a glance.” The OECD report assesses digital health maturity across 22 countries: in addition to the U.S., the report provides details digital health traits in

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The following is a guest article by Jennifer Splawski, PharmD, MS, BCPS, Director of Clinical Strategy at Bluesight In the ever-evolving landscape of patient safety, a groundbreaking solution has emerged to combat medication errors and enhance operational efficiency in hospitals. RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology is making waves, transforming the way pharmacists and healthcare professionals ensure patient safety.

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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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HealthIT Answers

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

On this episode of The Digital Patient, hosts Alan Sardana & Dr. Joshua Liu speak with Dr. Matthew Sakumoto, Virtualist & Chief Medical Information Officer at Sutter West Bay Region about being a virtual-first primary care doc, tips to improve digital empathy, and working as a team to reduce clinician burnout. The post Being a Virtual-First Primary Care Doc appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

What You Should Know: – Elsevier Health, a global leader in medical information and data analytics, has announced a strategic partnership with OpenEvidence , a company specializing in artificial intelligence for medicine, to develop ClinicalKey AI , a next-generation clinical decision support tool that combines the most recent and reputable evidence-based medical content with generative artificial intelligence (AI) to help physicians at the point of care. – The vast amount of complex

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HealthIT Answers

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Business and financial news from NextGen Healthcare, SeamlessMD, Vivante Health, Luna, qBotica, Vytalize Health, Lucem Health, AccurKardia, Artisight, First Databank, MedAllies, KeyCare, Rimidi, ChristianaCare, Aranscia, Juno Health, and more. The post Health IT Business News, Financial Edition November 16, 2023 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

What You Should Know: – AKASA , a leading developer of AI-powered automation for the revenue cycle, released new survey results showing that more than 70 percent of healthcare organizations are actively considering the use of generative AI. – In the same survey of more than 250 CFOs and financial leaders at health systems and hospitals across the U.S., nearly 60% percent of respondents indicated they are actively considering these new technologies for their revenue cycle operations.

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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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HealthIT Answers

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

By April Miller - More than ever, patients are taking an active role in their own health care. Empowering individuals to make important, informed decisions about their well-being is an essential part of health care consumerism. The post 8 Benefits of Using Predictive Analytics to Drive Health Care Consumerism appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Medisys Compliance

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Introduction Efficient medical billing is a critical aspect of managing a successful podiatry practice. Podiatrists, specializing in foot and ankle health, often face unique challenges in navigating the complex landscape of medical billing. In this article, we will explore the importance of streamlined billing processes for podiatry practices, shed light on the specific challenges encountered, and emphasize the pivotal role that a specialized podiatry medical billing company plays in overcoming

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Fierce Healthcare

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Solera Health is committed to changing people’s lives. | Advances in digital health solutions are certainly delivering benefits for patients. At the same time, payers and providers face challenges in the form of ever-expanding tech stacks. Dr. Byron Crowe, Chief Medical Officer at Solera Health, explains.

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HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

What You Should Know: – Forward , a leading AI-powered healthcare company, has announced $100M in growth capital to expand its network of Forward CarePods, self-service AI-powered doctor’s offices. This investment will fuel Forward’s mission to revolutionize healthcare by making it more accessible, affordable, and high-quality. – The funding round was led by Khosla Ventures , with participation from Founders Fund, Samsung Next, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, and Softbank

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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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