Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 21, 2025

The following is a guest article by Lesley Barton, National Clinical and Training Manager at Bunzl & AMHC As healthcare evolves, post-acute care has become a critical focus area, ensuring that patients continue their recovery outside of hospital settings. At the same time, telemedicine is transforming how post-acute care is delivered, by providing patients with faster, more accessible, and cost-effective treatment options.

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Healthcare Dive

APRIL 21, 2025

The law in particular will affect CVS and UnitedHealth, both of which operate physical pharmacies in the state along with specialty and mail-order pharmacy businesses.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

APRIL 21, 2025

Dr. Chris Mosunic, chief clinical officer at Calm, has a lot to say about the state of mental health and the abilities of healthcare technology – especially with the mental health crisis in the United States. There is an engagement and discovery problem in healthcare and employee benefits, he said. Digital care must play a critical role in mental health deserts, he added.

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Healthcare Dive

APRIL 21, 2025

Explore the evolution of Microsoft’s latest AI clinical solution and learn how it will transform the way clinicians work.

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Discover everything healthcare providers need to know about secure messaging. Covering essential topics like HIPAA compliance, communication efficiency, and patient privacy protection, this resource is indispensable for professionals, caregivers, and administrative staff alike.📱 💬 Whether managing sensitive patient data, coordinating care teams, or streamlining workflows, discover actionable insights to implement secure messaging solutions effectively.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

APRIL 21, 2025

The New Zealand government is still developing its investment plan for digital infrastructure in healthcare. Recently, Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand released its first Health Infrastructure Plan, which outlines "a national, long-term approach to renewing and expanding the country’s public health facilities." It is part of a 10-year investment plan that outlines "the principles and priorities that guide investment across physical and digital infrastructure and health techno

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Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 21, 2025

Healthcare is a prime target for cybercriminals, and while IT teams focus on protecting networks and medical devices, theres one device that remains surprisingly vulnerable. What is it? Its the quiet, reliable machine on the desk of most physicians, nurses, and administrators PC workstations. Healthcare IT Today had the chance to learn more about the vulnerability of PC workstations from Brennen Reynolds, VP of Global Sales Engineering & Professional + Managed Services at Absolute Security.

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Healthcare Dive

APRIL 21, 2025

The health systems filed a Certificate of Need request with state regulators last week to build a $225 million facility, and will be competing against Cone Health for the chance to build in the county.

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Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 21, 2025

Infinx , a leader in AI-powered revenue cycle management solutions, announces the acquisition of Glidian , a market leader in prior authorization automation. The strategic move strengthens Infinxs patient access solutions while expanding its footprint in the laboratory market, where Glidian has established itself as a leader. Glidian was founded with the mission of automating prior authorizations to ensure patients receive timely access to healthcare.

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American Medical Compliance

APRIL 21, 2025

In assisted living facilities, safety isnt just a checkboxits a daily commitment. Residents are often older adults with mobility issues, memory loss, or chronic health conditions, making them more vulnerable to common accidents in assisted living. One slip, one missed step, or one forgotten medication can quickly turn into a medical emergency. In fact, nearly 14 million older adults in the U.S. about 28%reported experiencing a fall in just one year, according to the CDC.

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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!

Medisys Compliance

APRIL 21, 2025

Independent physical therapists face a unique challenge, delivering hands-on care while navigating increasingly complex billing rules. Unlike large practices with dedicated billing departments, small PT clinics and solo practitioners must juggle patient care, documentation, and insurance requirements. Thats why understanding the ins and outs of medical billing for physical therapy is critical not just for compliance, but also for sustaining your business.

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HIT Consultant

APRIL 21, 2025

What You Should Know: – PhotoPharmics , a leader in specialized light therapy for neurodegenerative diseases, today announced the close of its oversubscribed $6 million Series B extension. –The round was led by Kickstart Fund with participation from current and new investors, reflecting strong confidence in the companys clinical promise and the commercial potential of its Parkinsons therapy.

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HealthIT Answers

APRIL 21, 2025

By Devin Partida - As the health IT industry has gained momentum, it has strengthened the pharmaceutical supply chain, providing many benefits to patients, medication producers and health care providers. What specific advantages can strategically applied technologies bring to supply chain management? The post How Health IT Streamlines Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Management appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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HIT Consultant

APRIL 21, 2025

Joaquim Neto , Chief Strategy Officer, Verato Ed Marx, former CIO, Cleveland Clinic & CEO of Marx Advisory Dipul Patadia, MD, MBA , Head of Health System Strategy and Innovation, Salesforce It took so many years and so much effort to digitize health records and build the modern EHR that it can be tempting to think that the hard work of collecting and sharing necessary information about patients is done.

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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.

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HealthIT Answers

APRIL 21, 2025

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) Value Pathways (MVPs) registration window is open for the 2025 performance year. Individuals, groups, subgroups, and Alternative Payment Model (APM) Entities that wish to report an MVP can register until December 1, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET. The post 2025 MIPS Value Pathway (MVP) Registration Now Open appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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HIT Consultant

APRIL 21, 2025

What You Should Know: – Independence Blue Cross (IBX) knows that the brain is at the center of everything a person does, and that keeping it healthy is essential to their well-being. Keeping this and the cognitive well-being of its members at the forefront, IBX has teamed up with Isaac Health , a virtual-first clinic that provides brain health and dementia care. –Through this new relationship, a subset of IBX Medicare Advantage members who have a diagnosis of dementia or who are at r

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Physician Credentialing Company

APRIL 21, 2025

Online therapy has emerged as a frequently chosen and convenient mental health support approach that people can access through the internet. Users can benefit from online therapy through its distance-access features combined with a varied selection of licensed providers, which serve as an alternative to office-based treatment. The primary concern for uninsured individuals regarding online therapy lies in its price without coverage benefits.

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HIT Consultant

APRIL 21, 2025

What You Should Know: – Leidos is committing $10M to a five-year collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh’s Computational Pathology and AI Center of Excellence (CPACE) to accelerate the development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) in detecting and managing diseases. – The partnership aims to create AI-powered tools for quicker disease detection, including heart disease and cancer, reduce diagnostic turnaround times, and enable earlier, more effective care manageme

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Every health care provider that accepts federal payments must screen for excluded providers. Use this sample Exclusion Screening Checklist and Compliance Policy to evaluate and improve your organization’s compliance with the law. Payments from Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare trigger screening requirements that may extend to employees, contractors, volunteers, board members, and network providers.

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Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 21, 2025

The study proves the effectiveness of delivering mental health therapy through a generative AI chatbot for the first time. The additional empathy and personalization of automated technology could spur adherence to software-based therapies, the study authors said.

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Mobi Health News

APRIL 21, 2025

Hippocratic AI's generative AI healthcare agents will be deployed across United Arab Emirates-based Burjeel Holding's healthcare network.

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Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 21, 2025

Chapter, a Medicare navigation and advisory firm, picked up $75 million to build out its technology and new products and ink more partnerships with health systems.

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HealthIT Answers

APRIL 21, 2025

Starts June 22nd in Denver - The HFMA Annual Conference is where healthcare finance leaders come to Lead the Way. With 4,000+ attendees, 70+ sessions, and 200+ expert speakers, this is the premier event shaping the future of our industry. The post Attend the 2025 HFMA Annual Conference in Denver appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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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Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 21, 2025

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed a law barring pharmacy benefit managers operating in the state from owning pharmacies.

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Compliancy Group

APRIL 21, 2025

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR), has announced yet another enforcement action under the HIPAA Security Rulethis time involving Guam Memorial Hospital Authority (GMHA), a public hospital located in the U.S. territory of Guam. This marks OCRs 11th ransomware enforcement and the 7th resolution under its Risk Analysis Initiative.

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Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 21, 2025

Startup Brellium scored $16.7 million in series A funding to scale up its artificial intelligence-powered solution that helps providers automate clinical quality and payer compliance.

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MedTrainer

APRIL 21, 2025

A providers status can shift instantly. So why would you rely on data from last year? While many healthcare organizations conduct one-time NPDB queries at the point of hire, this static approach leaves them at risk for significant financial loss and blind to critical updates that may surface months or even years later. Consistent NPDB queries offer a proactive, automated, and stress-free approach, helping organizations catch red flags before they become costly problems.

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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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