Fri.May 24, 2024

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UK aims to offer patients genetics-based medication counseling

Healthcare It News

Videha Sharma, clinical innovation lead at the University of Manchester, explains the NHS’s plan to expand pharmacogenetics, or how people’s genetic codes influence the effects of drugs, beyond specialist care to general practice.

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By outfitting police with telehealth iPads, mental health program saves government $62M

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Through a partnership with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, HunterCare is deploying telehealth technology to all Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics in Oklahoma. Under a funding mandate from Oklahoma Senate Bill 7, the state's Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse distributed more than 30,000 iPads statewide from the MyCare Technologies, the behavioral health division of HunterCare, as a mental health resource.

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How Data Builds New Bridges Between Payers and Providers: CareFirst Highlighted by HealthLeaders

MRO Compliance

Forward-thinking payer and provider organizations continually seek new ways to foster collaboration and improve relationships despite tumultuous exchanges between the two parties. Better communication helps both stakeholders reduce administrative costs and improve quality and clinical outcomes for patients, members, and communities. In a recent HealthLeaders article , MRO customer Piyush Khanna, VP of Clinical Services at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, weighed in on communication trends among p

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Prescription delivery via drone is coming to more cities

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Zipline, the drone delivery and logistics company, announced this week its new partnership with Mayo Clinic's hospital-at-home program that's designed to deliver medications and other home-based care needs. Texas-based Memorial Hermann Health System will also work with the autonomous delivery and logistics company to integrate drone-based transport for specialty prescriptions and medical supplies directly to patient homes in the Houston area beginning in 2026, the health system said.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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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Mayo Clinic, Zipline partner to deliver supplies to patients' homes using drones

Mobi Health News

Patients of the medical center's hospital-at-home program in Minnesota and Florida will be able to receive home deliveries via Zipline's drones.

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HIMSSCast: Home health challenges offset by creating patient and caregiver communities

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Homecare is facing challenges and none are new. Reimbursement rates from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services are low and staffing shortages are high, as is demand for home health services due to a rising, elderly demographic.

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Mayo Clinic, Zipline partner to deliver supplies to patients' homes using drones

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Patients of the medical center's hospital-at-home program in Minnesota and Florida will be able to receive home deliveries via Zipline's drones.

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US Government Invests $50M in Automating Hospital Cybersecurity Defense

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The healthcare industry faces a growing threat: cyberattacks targeting hospital IT systems. In response, the US government’s Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) has pledged over $50 million to fund a groundbreaking program called UPGRADE (Universal PatchinG and Remediation for Autonomous DEfense). – The success of UPGRADE has the potential to significantly improve hospital cybersecurity and protect patient care from cyber threats.

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Biosensor technology company Allez Health secures $60M

Mobi Health News

The continuous glucose monitoring biosensor platform will use the funds to scale its manufacturing, move toward regulatory approval and perform more clinical trials.

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AI in action: Enhancing suicide risk detection in behavioral health

Fierce Healthcare

A range of digital health companies today are harnessing natural language processing in different ways to catch those at risk and direct them to resources.

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

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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Pulmonologist Humor and a Large Coffee – Fun Friday

Healthcare IT Today

Happy Friday to everyone who celebrates! If you don’t celebrate, then you probably work in healthcare and don’t really know what day of the week it is. My appreciation goes out to all of you who sacrifice for the rest of us. Hopefully, this edition of Fun Friday will brighten your day whether you’re heading into a weekend with your family, a weekened with your work family, or however you plan to celebrate the weekend.

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Ascension expects progress on IT outage soon

Becker's Health IT

Ascension expects progress on cyberattack response after Memorial Day weekend. Clinicians praised for resilience during disruptions caused by ransomware attack.

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East and North Hertfordshire to replace bleeps with messaging app

Digital Health News

East and North Hertfordshire plans to phase out its bleeps system and introduce the Alertive app to improve communication between clinical teams.

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Hospital employee accidentally emails data on thousands of patients

Becker's Health IT

Thousands of patients' health data exposed in email mishap at Winter Haven Hospital. Steps taken to prevent future incidents. Learn more here.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

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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Bedfordshire Hospitals’ data supports simulation project

Digital Health News

Historic data collected from Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS FT is being used in a simulation project to help enhance patient journeys in clinics.

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Downtime Procedures Still in Effect at Ascension Hospitals; First Lawsuits Filed

HIPAA Journal

It has been more than 2 weeks since the ransomware attack on Ascension and its hospitals are still operating under emergency procedures, with staff working with pen and paper due to the inability to access electronic medical records. In a May 21, 2024, update, Ascension said it is working with industry-leading cybersecurity specialists to rebuild and restore its systems securely and that care has continued to be provided to patients; however, the outage caused by the ransomware attack is affecti

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This is a great time for virtual wards to be bolder

Digital Health News

New guidance from NHS England, and the positive findings of a large-scale evaluation in the South East, have delivered a “hugely encouraging” boost to virtual wards, writes Tara Donnelly

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Elevance Health Foundation launches $10M effort to back small businesses to address equity

Fierce Healthcare

Elevance Health's philanthropic arm is launching a new initiative that aims to provide loans to small businesses and other organizations in a bid to address health equity. | Elevance Health's philanthropic arm is launching a new initiative that aims to provide loans to small businesses and other organizations in a bid to address health equity.

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

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HPH Sector Warned about Business Email Compromise Attacks

HIPAA Journal

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center (HC3) has issued a warning to the healthcare and public health (HPH) sector about business email compromise (BEC) attacks. BEC is a form of spear phishing that uses social engineering and deception to trick individuals into disclosing sensitive information or making fraudulent wire transfers.

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Transcarent Raises $126 Million Series D

Healthcare IT Today

Market Shift from Point Solutions to Platforms Spurs Higher Valuation and Participation from Existing and New Investors Led by General Catalyst & 7wireVentures, the Investment will Accelerate AI-Powered Enhancements to Transcarent’s Platform, Making it Easier for People to Access High-Quality Affordable Health and Care Transcarent , the One Place for Health and Care, announced a $126 million Series D investment led by General Catalyst and 7wireVentures, joined by new investors Geodesic Capit

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How Change Healthcare hack affected a hospital's financials

Becker's Health IT

A Wyoming hospital said its financial situation is improving since the Change Healthcare hack but is not back to where it was before the cyberattack, the Powell (Wyo.) Tribune reported.

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Beyond Compliance: Elevating Cybersecurity for Long-Term Success

HealthIT Answers

By Art Gross - In today’s world where 45% of healthcare organizations reported experiencing a phishing attack in the previous 12 months, ongoing cybersecurity is no longer just a compliance checkbox – it’s a strategic imperative. The post Beyond Compliance: Elevating Cybersecurity for Long-Term Success appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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7 health systems hit by cybersecurity incidents in May

Becker's Health IT

"Discover the latest cybersecurity incidents in the healthcare industry during May, including ransomware attacks and unauthorized access to patient data and IT

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A Closer Look at OIG Guidelines for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers

Compliancy Group

Compliance with the Office of Inspector General’s (OIG) guidelines is more than a legal necessity in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. It’s a cornerstone of maintaining public trust and operational integrity. The OIG compliance program guidance for pharmaceutical manufacturers provides a roadmap for navigating complex regulatory landscapes and avoiding costly violations.

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Email Accounts Compromised at Children’s Minnesota and the LA County Dept. of Mental Health

HIPAA Journal

Email security breaches have been reported by Children’s Healthcare in Minnesota and the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health that exposed patient information. Children’s Health Care, Minnesota Children’s Health Care, a children’s hospital in Minneapolis, MN, has discovered that patients’ protected health information has been exposed in an email security incident that was detected on March 13, 2024.

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Chutes & Ladders—Oregon Health Plan, Dina tap new leaders

Fierce Healthcare

Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. | Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. Please submit the good news—or the bad—from your shop, and we will feature it here at the end of each week.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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North Central London ICB pilots WhatsApp and AI appointment scheduling

Digital Health News

WhatsApp and an AI receptionist are being piloted at North Central London ICB, in a pilot to see if the tools can boost uptake of cervical cancer screening.

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How to Enhance Your Clinical Communications Improvement Project | symplr

Symplr

Undertaking a clinical communications improvement project within the healthcare system is a journey that holds the promise of profoundly impacting patient care. The stakes are high, with lives hanging in the balance. Your clinical communications solution isn't just another addition to your tech arsenal; it's a crucial asset that must seamlessly integrate into your facility's daily healthcare operations, driving patient safety and regulatory compliance without fail.

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25 Charged in Massive Fake Nursing Diploma Scheme in Florida

The Health Law Firm Blog

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On January 25, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG) launched a multi-state coordinated law enforcement action to apprehend individuals engaged in a scheme to sell false and fraudulent nursing degree [.

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Upcoming events

Hanys

Patient and family engagement May 28 Standing membership call on state and federal issues May 28 Setting the standards: Caring for people with dementia in hospital settings May 30 Burnout and the brain: An introduction to cognitive and organizational ergonomics June 4 Microsoft Excel for healthcare professionals June 5-6 Common claims against physicians: A specialty review June 5 Changes to the Hospital Financial Assistance Law June 6 Myths and medicine: Evolving from eminence to evidence-based

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.