MRO Compliance
JANUARY 28, 2025
Mandatory Alternative Payment Model Performance Pathway (APP) reporting begins this year, bringing significant changes for Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs). As we move into this new reporting era, the question isnt whether to act but how to act effectively. Choosing the right reporting method is critical to ensure compliance and maximize your ACOs return.
Healthcare It News
JANUARY 30, 2025
The American Medical Association estimates that the number of physicians in private practice has dropped 13% in the last decade, largely due to financial pressures and administrative burdens. 1 In the face of these economic headwinds, many doctors have decided to sell their practices. The decrease in the number of physicians in private practice is a rising concern because these systems are critical to the well-being of local communities, offering patients a greater choice in care and a setting f
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Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 29, 2025
Site-neutral payment policy is a distraction from the underlying causes of high healthcare costs and places providers at risk, argues Ascension’s chief health outcomes officer.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JANUARY 27, 2025
Clinical documentation requirements can be copious and time-consuming. While concurrent documentation is taught and encouraged, it is a skill that takes time to master – and even when done well can cause a clinician to feel or appear distracted during a patient visit. THE CHALLENGE Trying to actively listen and provide quality care while having to focus on recording accurate and complete details of a conversation in a note can be challenging even for an experienced therapist.
Speaker: Dr. Christine Gall, DrPH, MS, BSN, RN
The promise of virtual care is no longer theoretical and is now a critical solution to many of healthcare’s most urgent challenges. Yet many healthcare leaders remain unsure how to build a business case for investment and launching the right program at the right time can be the difference between value and failure. For organizations seeking a financially sound, clinically effective entry point, Virtual Patient Observation (VPO) offers a compelling case to lead with.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 26, 2025
The journey of medical cannabis in the UK has been one of transformation. Once stigmatized as a recreational drug, cannabis is now being embraced as a valuable tool in healthcare, particularly for managing chronic conditions. Its potential to improve patient outcomes and reduce reliance on opioids has positioned it as a promising addition to population health management.
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Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 29, 2025
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. incorrectly said that Medicaid was fully funded by the federal government and that Medicare is a fee-for-service program during a hearing in front of the Senate Finance Committee on Wednesday.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JANUARY 30, 2025
Most adults aged 50 to 80 in the United States are now using digital health technologies (DHTs), with patient portals leading adoption rates, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open. The analysis, based on data from over 2,100 participants and conducted by University of Michigan and Veteran Affairs Ann Arbor Healthcare System, also revealed significant disparities in usage driven by race, income, education, and geography.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 27, 2025
Andrea Greco, SVP of Healthcare Safety, CENTEGIX Jennifer Schmitz, MSN, EMT-P, CEN, CPEN, FNP-C, NE-BC, VP of Client Engagement, Engage, powered by the ENA De-escalation is a critical skill in healthcare, particularly in environments where emotions run high, and patients and their families may be under significant stress. Effective de-escalation requires not only the ability to manage conflict but also an understanding of human emotions, empathy, and a well-practiced response to high-tension sit
Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 30, 2025
ECRI , a global nonprofit organization improving the quality and safety of healthcare, announced today it acquired The Just Culture Company , which specializes in transforming workforce culture in high-risk industries. The Just Culture Company assists organizations in deploying a balanced system of accountability between the organization and employee that fosters a fair, learning culture referred to as a just culture by implementing its proprietary algorithm through advisory services, educatio
Speaker: Brian Richardson, Brian Richardson, Founder and CEO of Richardson Consulting Group
Let’s face it—most ethics and compliance training programs aren’t winning awards for engagement. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be effective, captivating, and maybe even enjoyable! Join learning design expert Brian Richardson for a dynamic session on how to breathe new life into your ethics and compliance training. We'll explore innovative strategies to bring traditionally dry topics to life, making them resonate with learners and drive tangible change.
Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 27, 2025
The new estimate nearly doubles the company’s previous report of 100 million affected individuals, already the largest healthcare data breach ever reported to federal regulators.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JANUARY 30, 2025
With the new investments, Suki said it will scale access to more of its artificial intelligence-enabled assistant tools in Zoom's Workplace for Clinicians platform. WHY IT MATTERS The developer of the ambient artificial intelligence technology, Suki Assistant, has raised $168 million to date, according to an announcement Thursday. Zoom's funding will help the seven-year-old company better tackle documentation burnout, improve patient experiences, and expand its team.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 27, 2025
Ganesh Nathella, SVP and General Manager – Healthcare and Life Sciences (HCLS) at Persistent Systems A patient arrives at a clinic with constant chest pain. In a conventional approach, a doctor would likely conduct a range of standard tests, prescribe medication, and suggest lifestyle modifications, striving for an optimal result. Now, envision a scenario where an AI system seamlessly analyzes the patients genetic profile, medical records, and wearable device data in real time to identify
Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 31, 2025
In a recent interview, Ed Yurcisin, Chief Technology Officer of the National Committee for Quality Assurance ( NCQA ), shed light on key advancements that aim to streamline quality measurement, improve interoperability, and accelerate the shift toward value-based care (VBC). Healthcare IT Today caught up with Yurcisin at the 2024 NCQA Health Innovation Summit in Nashville, TN.
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Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 31, 2025
A spokesperson for the Greater New York Hospital Association told Healthcare Dive its member hospitals have been in close contact with New York Blood Center, and the organization isn’t aware of any blood supply delays.
Healthcare It News
JANUARY 28, 2025
Dr. Samuel Browd of UW and Seattle Children's hospital, and the CMO at Proprio, discusses the questions he's hearing from patients about artificial intelligence in healthcare, and describes how AI is changing how he practices and performs surgery.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 29, 2025
Lindsay Dymowski Constantino, President Centennial Pharmacy Services Todays healthcare consumers have high expectations regarding their patient experience. They want care to be more convenient , accessible , and affordable. For providers looking to meet those expectations, telehealth partnerships are the answer. These partnerships provide value-added solutions that empower patients to overcome their chief healthcare challenges.
American Medical Compliance
JANUARY 31, 2025
According to the World Health Organization , 1 in 6 adults aged 60 and older has experienced some form of abuse in community settings. This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need for stronger safeguards in long-term care facilities, where vulnerable elderly residents rely on healthcare providers for their well-being. Unfortunately, despite regulations and oversight, nursing home neglect remains a critical issue, often leading to devastating consequences such as malnutrition, infections,
Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health
AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!
Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 30, 2025
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., nominee for HHS secretary, seemed unfamiliar with the massive insurance program during Thursday’s hearing, mistakenly saying Medicare Part A mainly paid for primary care or physicians.
Healthcare It News
JANUARY 28, 2025
Digital programs enhance patient engagement by increasing involvement and self-management, according to Yanyan Hu, CIO of the Ministry of Health Singapore, who is speaking at HIMSS25. Health tech improves communication, and encourages self-management and behavioral change, Hu said.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 29, 2025
What You Should Know: – ActiGraph, the global leader in wearable digital health technology for clinical research and drug development, and Hyfe Inc., the pioneer in AI-powered cough detection technology, have announced the release of their new digital health solution for detection of coughs using the ActiGraph LEAP wearable. –This new combined solution allows researchers to leverage Hyfes validated cough detection algorithms alongside ActiGraphs industry-leading digital measures for
Hall Render
JANUARY 29, 2025
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is reinforcing its emphasis on hospice quality of care and identifying fraud. On November 13, 2024, CMS issued a QSO Memo , Ensuring Consistency in the Hospice Survey Process to Identify Quality of Care Concerns and Potential Fraud Referrals (the CMS Memo), addressing the importance of consistency in the hospice survey process to identify quality-of-care concerns and instances of potential fraud.
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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.
Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 31, 2025
Insurers poked holes in the KFF’s methodology — a spokesperson for UnitedHealth called the study “grossly misleading” — to argue that they approve most of the claims they receive.
Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 30, 2025
The following is a guest article by Mike Garzone, Security Compliance Practice Leader at Impact Advisors , and Marc Johnson, Director, Security Compliance Practice at Impact Advisors Experiencing a disruption is no longer a matter of if in healthcare delivery it is a matter of when. Cyberattacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and many cybercriminals are specifically targeting hospitals and health systems.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 28, 2025
What You Should Know: – Hone Health , a telehealth clinic specializing in personalized hormone optimization and longevity care secures $33M in Series A funding round led by Tribe Capital with participation from prominent investors like PIF, Republic Capital, and Vibe VC, brings Hone Health’s total funding to $39M. – The funding will fuel Hone Health’s expansion into proactive and preventative longevity care for men and women, while also supporting its commitment to regula
HealthIT Answers
JANUARY 29, 2025
EMR Advocates travel to China to observe and learn about interoperability of health data. China's healthcare system is marked by significant disparities between urban and rural regions creating a substantial challenge in ensuring equitable healthcare access across the nation. The post Healthcare Data Interoperability: China Edition appeared first on Health IT Answers.
Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk
In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?
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