Providers say claims denials are increasing: survey
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Nearly three in four providers surveyed by Experian Health said the number of claims denied by payers shot up between 2022 and 2024.
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Patients with sensitive health issues more comfortable making appointments with chatbots
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Nearly two-thirds (66%) of U.S. patients with sensitive health issues are more comfortable making appointments with chatbots than with staff, according to the Talkdesk U.S. Consumer Healthcare Survey, conducted in August 2024 on the online platform Pollfish. Talkdesk received responses from 1,000 men and women aged 18 and over. Meanwhile, 62% of patients felt support provided by their healthcare organizations has either worsened or remained stagnant in the past year, the survey found.
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Fall and winter surge in healthcare can be aided by virtual care
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
IT leaders should strategize for telehealth's role in the annual surge, and there's a fit with managing chronic conditions and boosting seniors' annual wellness visits, says Dr. Carrie Nelson, chief medical officer at KeyCare.
Morehouse School of Medicine launches pain equity course focused on racial healthcare disparities
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
One of the first pain equity courses for medical students is launching at the Morehouse School of Medicine this fall. | The course offers insights into fostering safe, trustworthy, transparent and empathetic patient-provider interactions. It also emphasizes how to address the unique preferences and needs of Black patients in pain.
The Essential Guide to Secure Messaging in Healthcare
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Discover everything healthcare providers need to know about secure messaging. Covering essential topics like HIPAA compliance, communication efficiency, and patient privacy protection, this resource is indispensable for professionals, caregivers, and administrative staff alike.📱 💬 Whether managing sensitive patient data, coordinating care teams, or streamlining workflows, discover actionable insights to implement secure messaging solutions effectively.
Remote patient monitoring in Medicare needs more oversight: OIG
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Regulators say Medicare needs more data and oversight to avoid fraud and misuse. Digital health advocates argue the service is still crucial for managing chronic conditions.
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‘Two-factor authentication may have stopped Synnovis cyber attack’
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Beverley Bryant has said that two-factor authentication is the biggest deterrent to cyber attacks in the NHS and healthcare sector.
Startup Particle Health files antitrust lawsuit against Epic alleging it uses monopoly power to block competition
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
What began as a dispute between two health tech companies over healthcare data exchange practices has now led to a federal lawsuit alleging antitrust violations. | Venture-backed health tech company Particle Health filed an antitrust lawsuit against Epic in the Southern District of New York alleging that the electronic health records giant is trying to muscle out competition in the payer platform market.
Senators introduce bill to set healthcare cybersecurity standards
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
The legislation, sponsored by Sens. Ron Wyden and Mark Warner, would direct the HHS to develop minimum cybersecurity standards for providers, health plans, claims clearinghouses and business associates.
Korea's largest hospital bags APAC's first Stage 6 of new INFRAM
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Seoul-based Asan Medical Center (AMC) has been validated for Stage 6 of the new HIMSS Infrastructure Adoption Model (INFRAM). The new INFRAM, introduced in March , assesses an organisation's infrastructure maturity based on cybersecurity, adoption, sustainability, performance, and outcomes. The previous framework evaluated healthcare organisations in the areas of mobility, security, collaboration, transport and data centres.
Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI
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!
We need ‘a report like Darzi’s’ on NHS IT
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
The ‘honesty and speed’ of Lord Darzi’s independent investigation into the state of the NHS is impressive - and the IT community must respond to his call for a “tilt to technology”.
Healthcare conferences to put on your calendar for 2024-2025
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Looking for healthcare events in the fall of 2024 and 2025? We rounded up some of the top conferences, both virtual and live, that are on the calendar. | Here's our roundup of some of the top events in healthcare scheduled in the fall of 2024 and 2025.
Democrats introduce bill to make increased ACA subsidies permanent
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
If the enhanced tax credits expire, healthcare costs for millions of Americans will suddenly increase, and some could become uninsured, Democrats say. But Republicans argue the subsidies are costly and create opportunities for fraud.
Hear how AI solutions are shaping the future of healthcare
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Are you exploring how your organization can best leverage AI tools? If you weren’t able to attend this year’s HIMSS AI in Healthcare Forum, catch up on the highlights in this podcast. Join Chris Gervais, Chief Technology Officer at CodaMetrix, to hear about use cases for AI and to get insights into how companies can leverage these technologies to improve staff and patient experiences, enhance efficiency and drive long-lasting value.
HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends
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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.
Inter-Loper: Loper Bright and Judicial Intrusion on Agency Prerogatives
Bill of Health
SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
by Nathan Cortez If you wanted quick medical advice, you’d ask your friend with an MD or BSN. Not a JD. Likewise, if you wanted to know how to regulate nitrogen oxide under the Clean Air Act, you’d probably trust the scientists at Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over the judges on a court that referred to the gas as nitrous oxide (laughing gas).
Pomelo Care acquires the Doula Network to offer hybrid maternity care model
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Pomelo Care, a value-based virtual provider of maternity care, has acquired the Doula Network, now offering virtual and in-person maternity care. | The acquisition expands the company’s reach to more than 15 million covered lives, including more than 1 in 6 Medicaid beneficiaries nationally.
Texas attorney general, generative AI company settle over accuracy allegations
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton alleged Pieces Technologies made deceptive claims about the accuracy of its documentation products. Pieces denied any wrongdoing.
Meridian, Mae partner to boost maternal outcomes, lower disparities
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers
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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.
Frimley Health’s remote monitoring programme shows promise
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
An independent actuarial report from Strategia has confirmed the potential of Frimley Health’s remote monitoring programme.
J.D. Power: Consumer experience with telehealth a mixed bag
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
While consumers give telehealth high marks for convenience, overall experience is fairly mixed, according to a new report. | While consumers give telehealth high marks for convenience, overall experience is fairly mixed, according to a new report.
CMS holds accountable care organizations harmless for ‘highly suspect’ Medicare billing
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Aberrant billing for urinary catheters last year could have made it harder for ACOs in Medicare to bring in shared savings. That’s no longer the case under a new final rule.
Data breaches costing health systems millions
Becker's Health IT
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
The financial fallout from recent data breaches in the healthcare industry continues to raise alarms as organizations grapple with the costs of cyberattacks and ensuing lawsuits.
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.
This Week’s Health IT Jobs – September 25, 2024
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
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: Director Informatics – The Doctors Company Clinical Systems Specialist-HIMS (Remote) – ChristianaCar
Democrats introduce Affordable Care Act subsidy permanency legislation
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Democratic lawmakers are pushing to make the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA's) enhanced premium tax credits permanent through the newly reintroduced Health Care Affordability Act. | Extending the ACA premium tax credits permanently is broadly popular among a broad coalition of supporters due to the subsidy's ability to provide access to healthcare and keep costs low.
Epic hit with antitrust lawsuit by data startup Particle Health
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Particle alleges electronic health record vendor Epic used its position as a “monopolist” to prevent competition in the payer market.
Texas health system confirms ransomware attack: 6 things to know
Becker's Health IT
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Learn about the recent ransomware attack on a Texas health system and how it is impacting patient care. Stay informed with these six key details.
The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings
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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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