Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
The following is a guest article by Ram Krishnan, CEO at Valant Communicating with patients – in a compliant manner – is essential for behavioral health practices. All practices must comply with HIPAA, as well as the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). To protect patient privacy and respect patient communication preferences, these laws require certain guidelines to be followed.
Compliancy Group
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
GroupMe is a widely used messaging app that allows users to create groups and send messages, photos, and videos. It is famous for its ease of use and simplicity. However, when it comes to sharing Protected Health Information (PHI) in a healthcare setting, there are specific requirements that need to be met for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
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Compliancy Group
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
In a groundbreaking move, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reached a settlement with L.A. Care, the nation’s foremost publicly operated health plan, renowned for its exceptional healthcare benefits and coverage through state, federal, and commercial programs. This agreement stems from two OCR investigations triggered by a significant breach report and an eye-opening media article highlighting a distinct security incident.
American Medical Compliance
SEPTEMBER 10, 2023
When a medical professional informs a patient of the advantages, disadvantages, and alternatives of a procedure or intervention, informed consent is obtained. In the US, medical professionals are also required by ethical and legal standards to gain consent from patients, which stems from the patient’s right to control what happens to their body.
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YouCompli
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Mitigating fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA) is taking on a new urgency for healthcare compliance professionals. Enforcement agencies are prioritizing efforts to deter FWA as more individuals enroll in government healthcare programs like Medicare and Medicaid, and telehealth services continue to evolve post-pandemic. Compliance professionals can help their organizations reduce FWA with a “prevent, detect, report” strategy, guided by recommendations from the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and
Bill of Health
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
By Katherine Macfarlane and Irina Manta Since fall 2021, when most colleges and universities reopened their campuses to in-person activities, it has become increasingly difficult for faculty and students with disabilities to obtain reasonable accommodations to teach or attend class remotely. Remote accommodations were granted freely during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, but in 2021, the in-person aspect of teaching and learning was suddenly deemed essential, and at many institutions, r
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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
This is a developing story with updates expected. U.S. Senators Mark Warner (D-Va.), John Thune (R-S.D.) and four of their colleagues expressed support for the Drug Enforcement Administration's new engagement on a potential special registration for telehealth with this week's listening sessions hosted by the DEA's Drug Diversion Control Division, but said they had several concerns.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
The timeline of the two upcoming models could be pushed back if Congress doesn’t come to a funding agreement and the government shuts down, CMMI head Liz Fowler said.
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
St John of God Midland has recently rolled out the Kyra Flow digital journey boards and bed management dashboards provided by Telstra Health. The Kyra Flow e-Journey boards provide real-time patient journey updates from admission to discharge. It integrates crucial patient information from various hospital systems, including patient admission, pathology, radiology, electronic medical records, and diet systems.
Bill of Health
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
By Anna Nelson Traditionally, maternity and other parental leave protections have been predicated on expectations of linear and uncomplicated experience of birth. This has created challenges when babies are required to spend time in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU), especially where these stays are prolonged. In response to these concerns the UK recently passed the Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023.
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Health Populi
SEPTEMBER 10, 2023
Most U.S. consumers will continue to spend their disposable incomes on connected consumer devices, but will be looking for more balance in their digital lives according to Deloitte’s fourth annual 2023 Connected Consumer Survey. In this year’s update, the Deloitte Center for Technology, Media & Telecommunications found that most households use five key digital devices daily: above all, smartphones, followed by laptop and desktop computers, tablets, and computer monitors.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
The results indicate patients might select in-person office visit over telehealth options if they feel they need a higher level of care or closer proximity to other tests and assessments, according to a study from Epic Research.
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
The next goal on the UAE's pioneering digital health journey is to promote prevention and happiness by engaging patients with the HIE, explains Dr Mohammad Al Redha, director of health informatics and smart health at the Dubai Health Authority.
Bill of Health
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
By Marianna Iliadou In surrogacy, a woman (surrogate) gestates a child for a (different/same-sex) couple or single person (intended parents [IPs]). This can generate issues in the workplace: for example, IPs may be unable to secure leave after the birth of the surrogate-born child, as maternity leave is traditionally linked to gestation and childbirth.
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Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
As at-home healthcare becomes more tech-driven—think wireless biosensors and connected blood pressure cuffs—it creates more logistical challenges for providers. | Geisinger's pilot program with Best Buy's Geek Squad resulted in quicker access to care, better adherence to care plans and more positive outcomes for chronic care patients, the organizations said.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
More than 1,700 nurses have been on strike in New Jersey since the beginning of August. The hospital and union are expected to return to the bargaining table on Thursday.
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Virtual reality made significant improvements in patient experiences. It has turned resistors at Hoag Hospital into champions, says Thomas Hutchinson, executive director of digestive health and experiential reality, and neurosurgeon Dr. Robert Louis.
Bill of Health
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
By Alma Beltrán y Puga Is Barbie feminist? Is Greta Gerwig’s script based on ideas of gender equality? The movie is certainly appreciated for promoting a global discussion on feminist ideas and gender roles. But answering these questions is complicated. Barbie opens in a version of a feminist utopia: a world where women are rulers and men servants. These inverted political gender roles are based on radical feminist theories that consider women’s liberation will only be possible when feminist val
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In this ebook, you will learn about the 18 PHI indicators, the legal requirements and penalties surrounding PHI, and how your healthcare teams should securely exchange this data. Key takeaways from this ebook: Gain confidence in identifying PHI. Acquire practical implementation strategies for exchanging PHI within your organization. Emphasize the importance of using compliant communication tools within healthcare teams.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Provider groups are urging the Biden administration to reconsider proposed cuts to physician payments in its annual fee schedule rule, arguing that the cuts could force service and staffing reducti | Provider groups are urging the Biden administration to reconsider proposed cuts to physician payments in its annual fee schedule rule, arguing that the cuts could force service and staffing reductions as practices feel the financial pinch.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
The survey from the Commonwealth Fund comes after regulators finalizing a rule this spring that aims to cut back on deceptive or misleading advertising for MA plans after beneficiary complaints more than doubled between 2020 and 2021.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Aaron Schroeder, Director, AI Solutions & Head of AI Center of Excellence at TTEC Digital Digital twins are helping organizations make more informed decisions. These analytical tools use real-time data to represent a product or process, creating a realistic simulation that can be used to test, monitor, or predict outcomes for its real-world counterpart.
Bill of Health
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
By James René Jolin and Susannah Baruch On July 13, 2023, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Opill (norgestrel) as the first daily oral contraceptive available for non-prescription use in the U.S. While the timeline for availability and price of Opill will ultimately be set by its manufacturer, Perrigo, this recent move represents a significant step forward in improving access to contraceptive health care.
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Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Kroger Health, part of the Kroger Co., is teaming up with Performance Kitchen to offer medically tailored meals to people with chronic conditions. | Performance Kitchen’s team of chefs, doctors and registered dietitians focuses on delivering nutritionally balanced meals. The meals will be both approved by Performance Kitchen’s team and Kroger Health registered dietitians.
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.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Guy Friedman, Co-Founder and CEO of SteadyMD The crisis of clinician burnout is worsening. Clinicians are feeling stressed, overworked and underappreciated. Some are responding by leaving healthcare or cutting back on hours. Nearly 334,000 healthcare providers, including 117,000 physicians left the workforce in 2021, according to a 2022 study. And the problem did not end when the public health emergency did.
Bill of Health
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
By Elizabeth Chloe Romanis and Sabrina Germain For people in England and Wales needing access to fertility treatment, economic barriers can be a huge hurdle. There are the direct costs of the treatment (some, but not all, of which are covered by the National Health Service). But there are also the less visible indirect costs associated with accessing these treatments.
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85% of practices are not complying with the government’s HIPAA standards. The large majority of practices are likely trying to protect patients’ information, but they may not be doing all that they need to meet government requirements. Not complying with HIPAA has definite drawbacks, with one major one being massive fines. The government can fine up to 1.5 million dollars for a single HIPAA breach incident - an amount that would put most small practices out of business.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
On the heels of big-ticket acquisitions, Walgreens is ramping up its push into healthcare and is partnering with startup Pearl Health to get a foothold in the ongoing movement to value-based care.< | Walgreens' partnership with Pearl Health builds on the assets that the retail pharmacy giant has recently made investments in as it "moves more aggressively into healthcare," Steve Wogen, chief growth officer, told Fierce Healthcare.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Despite widespread support from healthcare workers and hospital associations, federal regulations protecting hospital workers have previously failed to advance in Congress.
HealthIT Answers
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
By Kelly Johnson - If you’re like me, you quickly grew tired of the phrase “new normal” in 2020. While this largely referred to changes we made in our everyday lives to stop the spread of COVID-19, the unfortunate reality is that many healthcare organizations are now facing their own new normal. The post It’s Time to Bring AI into Your Business Office appeared first on Health IT Answers.
Bill of Health
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
By Manna Mostaghim Fertility leave — employer-sanctioned time off for fertility treatment appointments — is becoming a feature of modern employment relationships in the UK. Some public and private sector employers in the UK have fertility leave policies within their organizations; however, currently there is no “ statutory right to time off for fertility appointments ” in UK law.
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