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Digital health funding predictions for 2025

Mobi Health News

Leaders weigh in on the digital health funding environment, women's health investments and how "AI washing" may influence capital raises.

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Teletherapy Billing: A Comprehensive Guide for Providers

Medisys Compliance

Teletherapy has revolutionized mental and behavioral health care by offering accessible and convenient therapy options. However, billing for teletherapy services can be complex, requiring a deep understanding of coding, documentation, and payer-specific policies. This comprehensive guide dives into the essential aspects of teletherapy billing, focusing on critical areas like CPT codes, modifiers, documentation requirements, and insurance reimbursement policies.

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The Importance of the FDA Debarment List for Clinical Trials

Compliancy Group

Medical advancement depends on clinical trials for new pharmaceuticals and treatments. The clinical researchers and physicians conducting these trials must adhere to the highest ethical and legal standards, with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) holding them accountable. Researchers, vendors, and organizations who dont uphold these standards or use data that lacks integrity could face debarment from future clinical trials by the FDA.

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MRO is Advancing Quality Control Solutions for Release of Information

MRO Compliance

At MRO, we are continuously improving quality control standards by introducing additional safeguards for sensitive information. These additional safeguards allow us to flag sensitive information during the quality control process, helping your organization meet regulatory requirements and protect patient data. We work closely with your HIM, Compliance, Privacy and/or Legal departments to create a configurable solution tailored to your needs.

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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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$2M e-ICU project to be launched in regional Korea

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

South Korea's Ministry of Health and Welfare has announced 2.5 billion won ($1.7 million) funding to launch a network of remote ICUs in regional hospitals next year. WHAT IT'S ABOUT Based on a media release, at the core of this network is an integrated control centre for monitoring the status and condition of patients in ICUs in small and medium hospitals.

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HIMSSCast: Nurses want AI to enhance patient interactions

Healthcare It News

When the American Nurses Association created its artificial intelligence positioning statement, it looked to protect the values and core obligations of the nursing profession, says Oriana Beaudet, DNP, RN, the association's vice president of nursing innovation. "Nurses must ensure that advanced technologies don't compromise the nature of human interactions and relationships central to the nursing profession," she said.

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CalmWave Raises $5.25 Million from Third Prime and Investor Syndicate to Fuel Expansion in Health Systems

Healthcare IT Today

CalmWave will Use the Capital to Accelerate Growth with its New and Existing Channel Partnerships CalmWave , the creator of the Quiet ICU, today announced that it has closed a $5.25 million financing round led by Third Prime with participation from Catalyst by Wellstar, Silver Circle, Rebellion, Impulsum, and existing investors Bonfire Ventures, Tau Ventures, and Hike Ventures.

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Q&A: Withings on the convergence of consumer technology and healthtech

Mobi Health News

Antoine Robiliard, VP of health solutions at Withings, told MobiHealthNews that 2025 is set to bring growth in at-home care, M&A-driven scalability and a clearer understanding of AI's practical impact on healthcare.

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Streamline call center operations with automation

Healthcare It News

Healthcare call centers perform vital functions such as connecting patients to caregivers and managing scheduling, billing, and triage requests. Despite playing such a crucial role, the call center is often neglected and underserved when it comes to technology. Even after the adoption of the electronic health record (EHR), most healthcare call centers are still the primary way patients access care, even though most patients do not want to use the phone for such tasks.

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NHS Highland frees up capacity through waiting list validation app

Digital Health News

NHS Highland has avoided up to 1m of appointment costs by using a waiting list validation tool from Netcall.

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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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PredictionHealth Couples Analytics with an AI Medical Scribe for PT and OT

Healthcare IT Today

PredictionHealth produces an ambient voice solution for physical therapy and occupational therapy settings, applying AI not just create the various post-visit notes they need but also to offer analytics. Pedro Teixeira points out some of the challenges that differentiate PT and OT from other clinical settings: sessions take place in gyms, the presence of music and clanging weights produces an “interesting audio environment” that the transcription tool must deal with, and people are o

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Bipartisan House Task Force releases report on AI innovation

Mobi Health News

Artificial Intelligence technologies have the potential to improve multiple aspects of healthcare research, diagnosis and care delivery, according to a Bipartisan House Task Force Report on Artificial Intelligence. The report highlights America's leadership in its approach to responsible AI innovation while at the same time considering guardrails that may be applicable to safeguard the nation against current and emerging threats.

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2025: The 'great tech reckoning' and the 'real' AI revolution

Healthcare It News

Healthcare has no shortage of challenges and technologies for CIOs and other health IT leaders at hospitals and health systems to wrap their arms around. And 2025 will be a year with all kinds of change and trends that come with the ongoing evolution of healthcare and health IT. Russ Graney is founder and CEO of Aidin, a care management platform vendor.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde launches health visiting app

Digital Health News

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has launched a new app for parents of young children to bring together a host of health and wellbeing advice.

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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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Healthcare Cybersecurity – 2025 Health IT Predictions

Healthcare IT Today

As we wrap up another year and get ready for 2025 to begin, it is once again time for everyone’s favorite annual tradition of Health IT Predictions! We reached out to our incredible Healthcare IT Today Community to get their insights on what will happen in the coming year and boy did they deliver. We in fact got so many responses to our prompt this year, that we have had to narrow them down to just the best and most interesting.

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Predictions for mergers and acquisitions in 2025

Mobi Health News

Some executives anticipate an acceleration of M&A activity as struggling startups seek exits, while others foresee more funding opportunities for companies with proven value in the sector.

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Singapore develops mobile mental health app

Healthcare It News

Karlina Tjoa of the Ministry of Health's Office of Healthcare Transformation details how their latest mobile project empowers users to self-manage their severe mental health conditions.

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How Medicare Advantage Programs Can Address Social Risk and Improve Health Outcomes

HIT Consultant

Brian Norris, Managing Director of Strategic Consulting at MedeAnalytics There are almost 33 million people enrolled in eligible Medicare programs. Nearly half are enrolled in Medicare Advantage (MA) plans, and that number is expected to continue its climb. While many MA plans offer services that align with social determinants of health (SDOH) goals, there are still gaps in how these services reach and support vulnerable populations.

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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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Mental Health and Chronic Condition Care – 2025 Health IT Predictions

Healthcare IT Today

As we wrap up another year and get ready for 2025 to begin, it is once again time for everyone’s favorite annual tradition of Health IT Predictions! We reached out to our incredible Healthcare IT Today Community to get their insights on what will happen in the coming year and boy did they deliver. We in fact got so many responses to our prompt this year, that we have had to narrow them down to just the best and most interesting.

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Bipartisan House Task Force releases report on AI innovation

Mobi Health News

The task force provides guiding principles, recommendations and policy proposals around responsible AI innovation and use in healthcare.

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MedTrainer Is a Leader in Healthcare LMS and Compliance According to G2

MedTrainer

LAS VEGAS, December 23, 2024 MedTrainers workforce compliance platform is the only software named a Leader in both the Healthcare Compliance and Healthcare LMS categories, according to G2 Winter 2025 reports. Bringing together all workforce compliance tasks, the all-in-one platform simplifies learning, compliance, and credentialing for over 3,000healthcare organizations in over 15,000 locations across the United States.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Despite significant headwinds coming to bear over the past several years, healthcare executives are expecting a favorable 2025, according to a new survey from Deloitte.

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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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StoryCatch Partners Acquires EmpiraMed

Healthcare IT Today

Combined Organization will Unlock Patterns in Complex Participant Populations, Driving Physical and Mental Health Improvement StoryCatch Partners , a Public Benefit Corporation leveraging the power of individual stories to improve mental and physical well-being, today announced that it has acquired Maynard, Mass.-based EmpiraMed Inc. , a digital health technology leader in the field of virtual clinical studies for real-world evidence.

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CCC Intelligent Solutions acquires EvolutionIQ for $730M

Mobi Health News

The acquisition bolsters CCC's AI-powered SaaS platform by adding transformative AI capabilities.

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AI in Life Sciences Finds an Early Success and Will Continue in 2025

HealthIT Answers

Our annual predictions for 2025 continue with AI in Life Sciences. Throughout the next few weeks we will be asking the industry experts what they think we will see in 2025. Check back as we cover value-based care, interoperability, virtual care, and how AI will impact healthcare finance, security, RCM, and clinical issues. The post AI in Life Sciences Finds an Early Success and Will Continue in 2025 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Billing for Minimally Invasive Surgery: A Detailed Guide

Medisys Compliance

Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has revolutionized the field of orthopedics, offering patients reduced recovery times, smaller incisions, and fewer complications. However, billing for minimally invasive surgery procedures comes with its own set of challenges. This guide aims to provide orthopedic providers with a comprehensive understanding of how to navigate the billing process for MIS while maximizing reimbursement and ensuring compliance with payer policies.

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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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AI and Automation in Healthcare – 2025 Health IT Predictions

Healthcare IT Today

As we wrap up another year and get ready for 2025 to begin, it is once again time for everyone’s favorite annual tradition of Health IT Predictions! We reached out to our incredible Healthcare IT Today Community to get their insights on what will happen in the coming year and boy did they deliver. We in fact got so many responses to our prompt this year, that we have had to narrow them down to just the best and most interesting.

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$1.6M funding available for NSF tissue engineering research on ISS National Lab

Mobi Health News

Requests are being taken for multiple awards backing space-based tissue and mechanobiology.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

The past year has been a complicated one for health insurers, and our top stories of the year reflect the headwinds many companies faced and represent two unprecedented events that shook the industry.

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Digital Health’s 2024 Review: Top 10 most read opinion pieces

Digital Health News

Although no single theme dominates, several of the best-read opinion pieces reflected on the risks of digital, writes Thelma Agnew.

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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