Wed.Feb 05, 2025

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Red Dye No. 3 and the Delaney Clause: A Relic of the Past or a Necessary Safety Measure?

Bill of Health

Food Safety Red Dye No. 3 and the Delaney Clause: A Relic of the Past or a Necessary Safety Measure? Its time to stock up on maraschino cherriesRed Dye No. 3 is officially off the market (sorry, Peter Barton Hutt, cherry enthusiast and leading food and drug lawyer). On Jan. 15, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned the use of Red Dye No. 3 in food, drinks, and drugs.

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Assisted Dying is as Much an Economic as an Ethical Issue

HIT Consultant

Ivor Campbell, CEO of Snedden Campbell After many years of delay and prevarication, the UK is finally grappling with an issue that has long been a source of polarised debate and ethical handwringing around the world. The House of Commons has voted in favor of a bill to legalize assisted dying in England and Wales, marking a significant advancement of the issue globally.

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Express Scripts, Kroger reach new pharmacy network agreement

Healthcare Dive

The two have mended fences after a nasty contract dispute in 2022 caused Kroger pharmacies to go out of network with Express Scripts’ members.

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Health Catalyst Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Upfront Healthcare Services

Healthcare IT Today

Health Catalyst, Inc. , a leading provider of data and analytics technology and services to healthcare organizations, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Upfront Healthcare Services, Inc. , a next-generation patient engagement platform provider. Health Catalyst anticipates the acquisition will close in the first quarter of 2025.

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HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends

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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Everything You Need to Know about Batch Manufacturing Record (BMR) Reviews

Dot Compliance

Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) document every step of the production process for each batch of a product. These records are essential for ensuring consistency, safety, and compliance in the pharmaceutical industry. The process of reviewing BMRs is crucial for identifying any discrepancies, addressing issues early, and ensuring that products meet quality standards before reaching the market.

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The Role of Advanced Duress Systems in Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Yasmine Mustafa, Co-Founder and CEO at ROAR Dealing with workplace violence has become a tough pill to swallow for nurses and healthcare workers. Believe it or not, more than 80 percent of nurses say theyve been on the receiving end of some kind of violence in the past year. Whats worse, almost half of them say things are only getting worse.

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Sayvant AI Medical Scribe is Laser-Focused on the ER

Healthcare IT Today

Emergency rooms are not just the most demanding environments for clinicians, but also strain ambient voice transcription in unmatched ways. Sayvant meets the needs of acute care in many ways, described in this video by CEO Justin Mardjuki. (See our full list of AI medical scribe companies ) Mardjuki describes the key contribution of Sayvant as going beyond transcription to write out the actual thinking of the physician, even when the physician didn’t articulate it explicitly: differential

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Oscar Health reports first profitable year

Healthcare Dive

The insurer lost $153.5 million in the fourth quarter but still eked out a $25.4 million profit for the full year thanks to snowballing growth in ACA plans.

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This Week’s Health IT Jobs – February 5, 2025

Healthcare IT Today

It can be very overwhelming scrolling though job board after job board in search of a position that fits your wants and needs. Let us take that stress away by finding a mix of great health IT jobs for you! We hope you enjoy this look at some of the health IT jobs we saw healthcare organizations trying to fill this week. Here’s a quick look at some of the health IT jobs we found: Healthcare Analyst – RadGov Inc.

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Teladoc to acquire virtual care company Catapult Health for $65M

Healthcare Dive

The deal could help funnel eligible patients towards Teladoc’s other offerings, including chronic condition management programs — a key focus area for the telehealth vendor.

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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers

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 - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Government unions and cybersecurity experts are disturbed by Elon Musk's newfound access to personal information and the country's payment infrastructure, which coordinates funds for government health programs like Medicare and Medicaid.

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Flatiron Health and Exact Sciences Partner to Accelerate Clinical Evidence Generation for MRD Testing in Oncology

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Flatiron Health , a leading technology company focused on improving cancer care announced a strategic partnership with Exact Sciences , a pioneer in cancer screening and diagnostics to accelerate clinical evidence generation for Exact Sciences’ molecular residual disease (MRD) test, Oncodetect. – The collaboration will leverage Flatiron’s innovative clinical research platform and extensive network of community oncology practices to study the test&#

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Coordinating Efforts with CMS

HealthIT Answers

By Dustin Charles & Alex Mugge - This post explores how the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the largest payer in health care, is at the forefront of how health IT directly impacts health care providers and the care they deliver. The post Coordinating Efforts with CMS appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Affineon Health Raises $5M for AI-Powered Physician Inbox Management

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Affineon Health, a leader in AI-powered solutions to streamline the inbox for healthcare physicians and providers, today announced successfully closing a $5 million oversubscribed funding round. – GPG Ventures led the seed round with participation from existing investor, AI Fund, and several other new investors.The funding enables Affineon to accelerate product development, expand its fast-growing market presence, and deepen its impact on one of healthcares mo

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Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data

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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Save Time When Conducting an OIG Criminal Background Check

Compliancy Group

HR managers have admitted that they lose at least 14 hours of time per week on manual hiring and background check processes. Time-intensive manual processes cannot keep up with the growing needs of healthcare organizations or the regulatory shifts within the healthcare industry. This is only one reason that HR professionals are choosing more efficient options to alleviate administrative burdens.

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Teladoc Health Acquires Catapult Health for $65M

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Teladoc Health (NYSE: TDOC) today announced the acquisition of Catapult Health , a provider of virtual preventive care service in an all-cash transaction for $65M, with up to $5M in additional contingent earnout consideration. Catapult Healths trailing twelve-month revenue was approximately $30M as of the third quarter of 2024. – The strategic move strengthens Teladoc Health’s comprehensive suite of integrated solutions and expands its capabilities in ea

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Virtual Healthcare February 2025

HealthIT Answers

We are seeking out the latest developments around virtual healthcare. News from GeneDx. Avel eCare, ATA, Teladoc Health, VSee Health, VirtuAlly, ATA Action, Huma, Wheel, Amwell, CareGenix Solutions, Iris Telehealth, Centivo, Systole Health, Hone Health, HealthTap, TimelyCare and more. The post Virtual Healthcare February 2025 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Miist Therapeutics Raises $7M to Develop Inhaled Medicines with Physics-Based Approach

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Miist Therapeutics , a pioneering company developing inhaled medicines with a focus on rapid drug delivery raises $7M ina seed funding round led by Refactor Capital with participation from 1517 Fund , Freeflow Ventures , and others, – The investment will accelerate the development of Miist’s innovative therapies for smoking addiction and migraine.

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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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Digital therapeutics platform CareLoop closes £1.8m funding round

Digital Health News

University of Manchester spinout CareLoop has closed a 1.8 million funding round to support the growth of its digital therapeutics platform.

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In-Depth: 2025 Best in KLAS Overall and Category Awards

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: KLAS Research , a leading healthcare IT research and consulting firm, has announced the winners of its 2025 Best in KLAS Awards , recognizing the top vendors and service providers in the healthcare technology and services industry. – The 2025 awards highlight companies that have demonstrated exceptional performance, innovation, and customer satisfaction in 2024.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Teladoc Health plans to acquire virtual preventive care provider Catapult Health as the company aims to build on its chronic condition management services and expand into at-home testing.

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NBA Players Gain Access to Advanced Biomarker Testing Through NBPA/Function Health Partnership

HIT Consultant

Function Health Logo What You Should Know: – Function Health , a health management platform, today announced a partnership with the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) to provide active and retired NBA players with access to advanced biomarker testing and AI-driven health insights. – The collaboration marks a significant step forward in athlete health, empowering players to take control of their well-being and optimize their performance both on and off the court.

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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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Drive Health unveils AI health assistant powered by Google

Mobi Health News

Nurse Avery was developed in partnership with Google Public Sector and offers real-time chart reviews and appointment scheduling.

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Edifecs and HealthEdge Partner to Streamline Healthcare Data Exchange for Payers

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Edifecs and HealthEdge today announced a new partnership that natively integrates Edifecs EDI Gateway offerings and HealthEdges HealthRules Payer claims adjudication system. –The partnership will make it easier for payers to exchange and connect healthcare data reducing friction, strengthening business agility, and enhancing operational efficiency.Additionally, the alliance will dramatically shorten implementation times and streamline maintenance to reduce

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Q&A: Sera Prognostics on preventing preterm birth using protein markers

Mobi Health News

Zhenya Lindgardt, CEO of Sera Prognostics, joined MobiHealthNews to discuss the company's trial on lessening the rate of preterm births.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Philadelphia-based Independence Blue Cross has set a benefit exclusion for products that receive accelerated approval from the FDA in most plans. | Philadelphia-based Independence Blue Cross has set a benefit exclusion for products that receive accelerated approval from the FDA in most plans.

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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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Teladoc Health acquires Catapult Health in $65M deal

Mobi Health News

The deal includes an additional $5 million that could be paid to Catapult based on its performance after the sale.

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Airedale NHS FT rolls out Careology app to support cancer patients

Digital Health News

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust has rolled out the Careology app to help cancer patients manage their condition.

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General Catalyst unveils wealth management business GC Wealth

Mobi Health News

GC Wealth is aimed at founders and entrepreneurs within GC Famiglia's global community of entrepreneurs and CEOs connected to General Catalyst.

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NHSE launches ‘common front door’ into secure data environments

Digital Health News

NHS England has launched a common front door to give health researchers access to its secure data environment (SDE) network.

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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.