Tue.May 07, 2024

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Steward’s bankruptcy documents reveal sprawling debt, planned hospital fire sale

Healthcare Dive

Since filing for bankruptcy Monday, Steward Health Care revealed it's carrying more than $1 billion in debt and said its entire hospital portfolio is for sale.

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New efforts try to balance nurse staffing ratios with access to care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

It's National Nurses Week 2024 , and it's time to celebrate the more than 5 million RNs nationwide who are so essential to care delivery. But overshadowing the celebration are many challenges impacting the nursing workforce. Chief among them: critical staffing challenges. Some federal and state legislators are seeking to mandate patient-caregiver ratios to help improve care and reduce nurse burnout.

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Medicare go-broke date extended to 2036, but warning bells continue ringing

Healthcare Dive

The Medicare trustee’s new deadline for the trust fund’s insolvency is five years later than in last year’s report, but budget hawks warned action is still needed to shore up the insurance program’s finances.

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What facilitated telehealth can do to improve care for high-need groups

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

A recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association finds significant association between the use of telehealth services and improved healthcare access and outcomes in communities negatively impacted by health disparities. But to truly achieve those quality improvements – while tackling social determinant of health challenges and trimming costs – virtual care should be delivered with a bit more of a hands-on approach, said Dr.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

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?

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New bill aims to establish provider incentive program to combat drug shortages

Fierce Healthcare

A new draft bill from the Senate Finance Committee aims to establish a new provider incentive program to address drug shortages. | A new draft bill from the Senate Finance Committee aims to establish a new provider incentive program to address drug shortages.

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Exclusive: General Catalyst-backed Blackwell Security garners $13M

Mobi Health News

The company, which tailors cybersecurity offerings to health systems and providers, also appointed its first chief executive officer, Geyer Jones.

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Healthcare’s Digital Evolution: Transforming Patient Care with Your EHR

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Bill Lewkowski, Vice President of Strategic Client Services at HCTec Gone are the days when patients or couriers physically transported copies of patient records from their primary care physician’s office, lab or imagining center to a specialist. Electronic health record (EHR) systems have drastically reduced the need for physical records, and they have been a critical part of healthcare operations for decades.

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Oscar Health records first quarterly net profit, exceeds EPS expectations

Fierce Healthcare

Insurtech Oscar Health is standing by its full-year outlook after surpassing market expectations and beating year-over-year measures. | Oscar Health is in the green for the first time in company history, with nearly all financial metrics exceeding market expectations during the company's first quarter earnings call.

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Cone Health Promote Keith Jones to Chief Information Officer

HIT Consultant

Keith Jones, CIO at Cone Health What You Should Know: – Keith Jones has been appointed as the permanent chief information officer (CIO) at Cone Health after serving in an interim capacity since September. With over a decade of experience at Cone Health, Jones has been instrumental in spearheading initiatives to align with the organization’s strategic goals and enhance healthcare experiences. – During his tenure, Jones played a pivotal role in developing Cone Health’s initial st

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House Ways & Means committee unveils two-year telehealth extension bill, and tacks on PBM reforms

Fierce Healthcare

The House Committee on Ways & Means Monday night unveiled a first-of-its-kind piece of telehealth extension legislation to preserve Medicare telehealth flexibilities for two years. | Pandemic-era Medicare telehealth flexibilities which removed restrictions on how a Medicare beneficiary could access telehealth are set to expire at the end of 2024.

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Optimizing Medical Waste Management: A Guide to Best Practices

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.

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Suki Inks AI Scribe Agreement with Premier

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Suki , the leader in voice artificial intelligence (AI) technology for healthcare, today announced it has been awarded a national group purchasing agreement for AI scribes with Premier, Inc. – Effective May 1, 2024, the new agreement allows Premier members, at their discretion, to take advantage of special pricing and terms for Suki pre-negotiated by Premier for AI scribes.

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St Bartholomew’s Hospital deploys AI to spot missed appointments

Digital Health News

A new AI tool has been used for the first time at St Bartholomew's to help identify when actions have not been taken that could cause harm or care delays.

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Steward Health Care Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Cites Financial Pressures

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Steward Health Care , the nation’s largest physician-led hospital operator, announced today that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. – Steward assures patients and the broader community that day-to-day operations will continue uninterrupted throughout the Chapter 11 process.

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Sheffield Teaching Hospitals carries out region’s first RAS hysterectomy

Digital Health News

South Yorkshire has seen its first hysterectomy by robotic-assisted surgery, with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals treating a patient with endometriosis.

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How Embedded Analytics Gets You to Market Faster with a SAAS Offering

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.

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Revolutionizing Healthcare with Data Extraction Technology

HIT Consultant

Ben Manning, Director of Product Management at etherFAX In the evolving landscape of the healthcare industry, technology advancements play a pivotal role in enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and helping reduce the workload on overburdened staff. Despite significant progress in interoperability, traditional methods, such as faxing, continue to be a cornerstone of document exchange in healthcare organizations.

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Why hospitals should look out for 'vishing'

Becker's Health IT

Learn about the rise of "vishing" at hospitals and how cybercriminals are using AI to launch voice phishing attacks, according to a health system CIO.

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Clover Health authorizes $20 million share buyback program

Fierce Healthcare

Clover Health is raising its full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance and announced a share repurchase program of up to $20 million over the next two years, the insurtech said ahead of its first quarter | Clover Health announced an improved year-over-year adjusted EBITDA, insurance revenue and MCR during its first quarter earnings call.

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NHS App messaging saves NHS more than ÂŁ1 million in last year

Digital Health News

Messages sent to millions of patients via the NHS App have saved the NHS ÂŁ1.1m on the cost of previously sending the information via text message.

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HIPAA Compliance: Can Your Organization Avoid Costly Government Penalties and Fines?

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.

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Hims & Hers brings in $11M in Q1 profit, bumps up 2024 revenue forecast

Fierce Healthcare

Online health and wellness company Hims & Hers bumped its full-year revenue forecast higher following strong growth in subscribers and double-digit net income in the first quarter. | Online health and wellness company Hims & Hers bumped its full-year revenue forecast higher following strong growth in subscribers and double-digit net income in the first quarter.

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4 Ways to Mitigate Breaches and Security Crises in Healthcare

HealthIT Answers

By Matt Betts & Carlos Estrada - Bolstering Defenses: When evaluating a solutions partner, focus on these four areas to adequately assess a competitive edge. The post 4 Ways to Mitigate Breaches and Security Crises in Healthcare appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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NEBGH: Here's how employers can support cancer patients in the workplace

Fierce Healthcare

Cancer diagnoses are on the rise among younger adults, and a new guidebook seeks to arm employers with the tools necessary to tackle this issue. | Cancer diagnoses are on the rise among younger adults, and a new guidebook seeks to arm employers with the tools necessary to tackle this issue.

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A Look at RCM, AI, and a New Book Called Joy Notes with Nio Queiro

Healthcare IT Today

This unique video presents a far-ranging conversation with Nio Queiro, President of The Queiro Group. Topics include changes in revenue cycle management (RCM), the role of AI, the importance of being willing to evolve with the times, and finally, a discussion of Queiro’s inspiring and practical book, Joy Notes: Balancing the Trauma with Triumph.

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Embedding BI: Architectural Considerations and Technical Requirements

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.

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Reduce Stress and Reclaim Your Time: The Advantages of Using a Mental Health Billing Service

Medisys Compliance

Introduction In the fast-paced world of mental health care in the United States, providers face numerous challenges beyond clinical practice. One of the most daunting aspects for many mental health professionals is managing the complex and often overwhelming task of billing and revenue cycle management. This is where a dedicated mental health billing service can make a world of difference, offering substantial benefits that can help providers reduce stress and regain valuable time to focus on pa

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Rad AI Scores $50M to Empower Radiologists with Generative AI

HIT Consultant

Rad AI What You Should Know: – Rad AI , a leader in generative AI for healthcare, announced today it has raised $50M in Series B financing, bridging its total capital raised to over $80M. – The round was led by Khosla Ventures , with participation from prominent investors including WiL (World Innovation Lab) , ARTIS Ventures , OCV Partners , Kickstart Fund , and Gradient Ventures (Google’s AI-focused fund).

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More FTC Privacy Action

HealthIT Answers

By Matthew Fisher - The FTC recently reasserted itself into the privacy discussion when it comes to healthcare information. Given the defined scope of HIPAA that does not cover a number of growing areas where healthcare data can be found, it is important to remember that agencies beyond the HHS OCR can act to require protection. The post More FTC Privacy Action appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Blackwell Security Raises $13M to Empower Healthcare Cybersecurity Operations

HIT Consultant

What You Should: – Blackwell Security , a leading provider of specialized cybersecurity solutions designed for the healthcare industry raises $13M in funding co-led by General Catalyst and Rally Ventures. – The funding will be strategically directed towards two key areas. Firstly, it will fuel the expansion of Blackwell’s Managed Healthcare Extended Detection and Response (MHXDR) offering.

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Everything You Wanted to Know About FACIS, but Didn’t Know to Ask

Speaker: Amy Anderson

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.

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Health IT Hires, Appointments, and Who’s Hiring

HealthIT Answers

Latest announcements made from companies and organizations on hiring include Anatomy IT, Autonomize AI, Generate:Biomedicines, Honest Medical Group, Modern Health, CareSource, Availity, Sonio, insitro, Vytalize Health, Greater Good Health, Avation Medical, Equality Health, HITRUST, Consensus Cloud Solutions, & Veda. The post Health IT Hires, Appointments, and Who’s Hiring appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Xealth & Stel Life Partner to Simplify Remote Patient Monitoring with Secure Data Integration

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Xealth , a digital health platform provider, today announced a collaboration with Stel Life , a frontrunner in health monitoring device connectivity. – The integration partnership aims to optimize remote patient monitoring (RPM) by facilitating faster, more secure integration of patient vital data into care team workflows.

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How Streamlined Mental Health Billing Can Boost Your Practice’s Efficiency

Medisys Compliance

Introduction For mental health providers, navigating the complexities of billing can be a constant source of frustration. Complicated coding systems like diagnosis (ICD-10) and procedure (CPT) codes, coupled with time-consuming manual processes, often lead to errors and high denial rates. These inefficiencies not only create administrative burdens but also have a significant financial impact on practices.

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BrightInsight, Google Cloud to Enhance Patient Experience with Generative AI

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – BrightInsight, Inc. , a provider of compliant digital health solutions, today announced its collaboration with Google Cloud to leverage cutting-edge generative AI (gen AI) technology. – The enhanced partnership aims to optimize BrightInsight’s research and development efforts and significantly enhance its Disease Management Solution for both patients and healthcare providers.

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How to Leverage AI for Actionable Insights in BI, Data, and Analytics

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.