Majority of ground ambulance rides were out of network in 2022, report finds
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Patients often have little choice of ambulance provider, and federal law doesn’t protect them from surprise bills from the rides.
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Digital Health Rewired 2024 opens applications for Pitchfest
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Digital Health Rewired’s Pitchfest has opened applications for 2024.
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BCBSA finds wide variety in medical cost by site
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Researchers said their data supports site-neutral proposals to make care cost the same regardless of where it’s provided. Momentum is building in Congress around the policies, but they face fierce opposition from hospitals.
At least 67,000 Kaiser Permanente workers vote to authorize strike, allege bad faith bargaining
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente’s workers have voted to authorize a labor strike should no contract deal be in place by Sept. 30, unions announced Thursday. | The total could grow by nearly 20,000 more as other unions tally their votes. The large nonprofit would need to reach a contract deal by Sept. 30 to avoid the walk-off.
How to Start Virtual Care the Right Way: A Proven Roadmap for 2025 and Beyond
Speaker: Dr. Christine Gall, DrPH, MS, BSN, RN
The promise of virtual care is no longer theoretical and is now a critical solution to many of healthcare’s most urgent challenges. Yet many healthcare leaders remain unsure how to build a business case for investment and launching the right program at the right time can be the difference between value and failure. For organizations seeking a financially sound, clinically effective entry point, Virtual Patient Observation (VPO) offers a compelling case to lead with.
GoodRx, MedImpact partner on automatic drug discounts
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
The digital health company has notched its third partnership with a PBM in a bid to increase access to its drug discount coupons.
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Digital health, health IT funding declined in Q2, PitchBook finds
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Digital health venture capital funding reached a new low in the second quarter, while private equity and venture capital actively “remained muted” for IT firms, according to the report.
Japanese pharma Eisai forms digital dementia support biz
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
It will commence operations in 2024 by releasing a predictive algorithm for early dementia diagnosis.
Inflationary labor pressures for nonprofits show signs of easing
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Job openings, employee departures and wage growth have declined as health systems continued to add workers to payroll, according to Fitch Ratings.
Best Buy Health partners with Geisinger for chronic care management
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
The retail giant and Pennsylvania-based healthcare system will create technology and services for organizations entering the chronic care management space.
How to Turn “Check-the-Box” Compliance Trainings Into Real Learning
Speaker: Brian Richardson, Brian Richardson, Founder and CEO of Richardson Consulting Group
Let’s face it—most ethics and compliance training programs aren’t winning awards for engagement. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be effective, captivating, and maybe even enjoyable! Join learning design expert Brian Richardson for a dynamic session on how to breathe new life into your ethics and compliance training. We'll explore innovative strategies to bring traditionally dry topics to life, making them resonate with learners and drive tangible change.
Bipartisan bill aims to bolster primary care workforce
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Key Senate panels have reached a bipartisan deal on a bill that aims to bolster primary care. | The package would invest more than $26 billion into primary care programs as well as initiatives to grow the healthcare workforce.
NHSE Rapid Evaluation sees benefits from COPD virtual ward model
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
A report has found that a COPD virtual ward managed by South and West Hertfordshire Health and Care Partnership led to improved outcomes. and was safe.
Fully integrated D-SNP plans aren't improving the member experience, study finds
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
A comparison between two different types of dual-eligible special needs plans (D-SNPs) as well as non-dual-eligible special needs Medicare Advantage (MA) plans in a recent
Keona Health Raises $7M in Series A1 Funding Round
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Keona Health has raised $7M in a new Series A1 funding round led by Riverside Acceleration Capital (RAC) , the growth capital arm of The Riverside Company. Keona’s flagship product is CareDesk, a healthcare CRM that simplifies the complexities of patient access. “Our primary goal is to help healthcare organizations solve their never-ending staffing problems and scale their organizations,” said Oakkar Oakkar, CEO at Keona Health.
The Essential Guide to Secure Messaging in Healthcare
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AI revolution must respect patients’ right to consent
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Safeguards to ensure patient data is handled ethically are essential, writes Proximie’s Nadine Hachach-Haram, a speaker at next month’s Digital Health's AI & Data event.
Navigating The New A2P 10DLC Regulations in Healthcare: A Guide for Healthcare Text Messaging
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
The following is a guest article by Dr. Lea McMahon LPC, EdD, Chief Clinic Officer at Symetria Recovery Even in the sensitive healthcare industry, most patients prefer to communicate with their providers via text message instead of email, calls, or app messages. New A2P 10DLC regulations require all businesses to register both their company and their specific text messages.
Roundup: AWAK bags $20M in Series B funding and more briefs
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Also, MedEasy has raised seed funding to expand its user base in Bangladesh.
ShiftKey Expands to Acute Care Facilities Across 4 States
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
What You Should Know: – ShiftKey today announced its expansion into acute healthcare facilities and will now be available to acute care facilities in the states of Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee and Texas – providing solutions to workforce challenges and maximizing access to high quality care for patients. – Additionally, beta testing of the technology has already rolled out at acute care facilities in Alabama, Louisiana, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Carolina and West Virginia.
Can Your Organization Spot a Conflict Before It’s a Crisis?
Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk
In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?
Google charity fuses $1M to AI-driven dementia app
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
The funding will support the University of Melbourne-led project's pilot in Australia.
Hospitals facing lawsuits for data breaches
Becker's Health IT
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Several hospitals and health systems across the U.S. are facing lawsuits regarding data breach incidents that involved patients' protected health information.
SohoMD, Withings Integrate to Enhance Mental Health through Remote Monitoring
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
What You Should Know: SohoMD, the foremost online mental health platform focused on comprehensive biological psychiatry, today announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with Withings Health Solutions, the Healthcare division of Withings, the global leader in at-home connected health. Conceived as part of a holistic approach to mind/body behavioral healthcare, this is the first time a nationally focused online mental health platform has entered into a direct relationship with a RPM solution provi
“Healthcare Isn’t Healthy:” the Global Challenge of Health Equity, and Calls-to-Action
Health Populi
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Discrimination in health care is reported by more people in the U.S. than in Germany, Spain, or the U.K., we learn in the research reported in The Intersection of Health Equity in Communities & Business Strategy: A Call-to-Action , from Omnicomm PR Group (OPRG) and Atlantic Insights. The study was conducted among 6,000 people living in Germany, Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, fielding 1,500 interviews in each of the four countries in March 2023.
Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI
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!
Annalise.ai Receives FDA Clearance for Radiology Triage Device
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
What You Should Know: Annalise.ai, a leader in AI-powered medical imaging solutions, announced the receipt of 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the triage and notification of obstructive hydrocephalus (OHCP) on non-contrast brain CT scans. Annalise.ai has also received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for its obstructive hydrocephalus software tool.
‘Time released to care’ should not be the main measure of digital’s success
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
There should be much greater focus on the ‘benefits realisation’ of digital projects in the NHS.
60% of Ground Ambulance Rides Were Out of Network in 2022
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
What You Should Know: – Out-of-network ground ambulance rides accounted for a larger percentage of ground ambulance claim lines 1 than in-network rides from 2018 to 2022. In 2022, out-of-network transport accounted for 59.4% of all ground ambulance claim lines, while in-network transports made up 40.6% of the distribution, according to other findings reported in a FAIR Health brief released today, A Window into Utilization and Cost of Ground Ambulance Services: A National Study of Private
Privia Health joins forces with AI startup Navina for point-of-care clinical insights
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Navina, an AI-powered primary care platform, is teaming up with physician enablement company Privia Health Group. | Navina reads and interprets structured and unstructured patient data like specialist notes, labs and imaging to generate succinct clinical summaries and evidence-based recommendations for preventive care and gap management.
HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends
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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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