HIT Consultant

MARCH 20, 2022

If ransomware is not a topic of conversation around any healthcare organization’s boardroom table, directors and senior executives may be exposing the organization (and themselves) to considerable risk. Network resources including EHRs , scheduling systems, and email can be offline for days or weeks. Now, what do you do? Do you pay up?

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AIHC

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Healthcare executives are challenged with finding resources, talent and motivation to lead the workforce in a direction to improve both patient outcomes and reimbursement, in addition to dealing with a shortage of physicians and nurses to staff facilities. They were also more likely to exit the program. Taking Leadership Challenges Head-On!

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 14, 2021

“The explosion of telehealth will certainly be a hot topic at HLTH. Providers need more supportive resources to be successful in more meaningful and broadly distributed risk models. Virtual and hybrid care, policy changes, and wearable devices are some of the larger topics we will see because of the pandemic.

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Healthcare IT Today

JUNE 29, 2023

Below is what they had to share on this topic! With the help of technology, healthcare organizations can flag at-risk patients early on and help them locate and leverage financial resources before they receive a bill they cannot afford. Providers must assess patients’ need for financial support on the front end of their intake process.

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HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Many organizations , including Oak Ridge National Labs , have devoted time and resources to creating versatile software which can evolve alongside the hardware. In others, the algorithm can be tested on the prototype hardware available today, or run on a simulation of a quantum computer on a classical machine.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 17, 2021

Not too long ago, AI was the topic of futuristic movies. What they need is a strategic plan and guide—one that’s deliberate, intentional and honest. Human Resources should become a key component of your company’s overall talent acquisition strategy. AI is everywhere and rapidly transforming the way we work.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MAY 7, 2021

Some of them center on the importance of data and analytics, the need for more patient engagement, the requirements of keeping telehealth up to par, and the need to focus technologies on enabling enterprise-wide strategic plans. " Dr. Roxana Lupu, Sanford Health. "Things change, as should your strategies.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 13, 2011

Wagner Graduate School of Public Service Abstract: IT governance has been topic of interest for many years, and even though the concept has been embraced within the healthcare industry, the reality is that it’s still not operationally working well within most healthcare organizations. For more information, please visit [link].

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YouCompli

JULY 27, 2022

Solicit committee feedback regularly and attempt to get information about which topics are likely to be discussed in depth during the meeting. Gather information about preferred communication methods and frequencies; and topics that the members have an interest in learning about. Ask the committee about reporting frequency and urgency.

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Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

And so, many healthcare organization are either planning or in the process of automating their data access across databases, data warehouses and data lakes. As this year is going to be a lot about making the most with the resources you have, automating data security is also freeing precious engineering time for more valuable work.

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YouCompli

APRIL 26, 2023

If there’s an issue, it’s often because employees have not been given the right information, resources, or skills. Our job in compliance is to give employees the information, resources, skills, and support they need – not to assume they’re bad or lazy.” When the program concluded, participants were certified compliance champions.

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HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Access to care is a central focus for healthcare given several factors: a growing population being impacted with chronic conditions, increased resourcing constraints, and growing fatigue and workload among providers. One overarching theme we expect to see is a focus on equitable access to resources and health interventions.

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YouCompli

JULY 20, 2022

As a member of the senior leadership team who reports to the CEO, the CNO wants to support the CEO’s strategic plan for the organization. You can use the CBI method to paint a hypothetical picture of the organization’s response: Meetings with leadership that divert resources from other business needs. Consider a CNO.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JANUARY 22, 2021

While this has created an opportunity for health systems to digitally transform their care delivery model, not all health systems have the right resources and the organizational support to drive this change. As CIOs, they must also use the available tools and work strategically towards an enterprise transformation. Observation.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The following are their thoughts on this pressing topic. Recent research reveals that the allocation of investments across overall strategy and planning, network, application, and security for the anticipated use cases that organizations plan to implement within three years is almost equally distributed.

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

A hot topic we see and hear a lot in healthcare is leveraging big data. Begin the journey with an Action Plan. The Action Plan aligns stakeholders on the current state of the environment, vision going forward, and game plan for getting there. The effort to create the Action Plan is time-boxed. Frame the journey.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 5, 2024

With legislation currently being drafted for nurses to receive the same reimbursement doctors and physicians do, this will likely become a top-of-mind topic in 2024. Beginning in 2024 and taking full effect in 2025, MA plans will take on significant costs when the Part D drug spend for a member reaches the catastrophic phases of the benefit.

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Healthcare Law Blog

JANUARY 13, 2023

One of the topics I followed with keen interest this week at the J.P. At the conference, Talkspace sounded as though they were pivoting and de-emphasizing their direct-to-consumer offering going forward, looking more to employers, health plans and employee assistance plans. One other fun note on this topic.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 18, 2024

Grace Nam, Strategic Solutions Manager at Laserfiche Trends in healthcare technology in 2024 will heavily focus on cost-effective solutions to drive operational efficiency and increase workforce satisfaction for physicians and staff. I think that’s because we’ve underinvested in and under-resourced our pediatricians.

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SQA

JUNE 10, 2021

Funding for investments in biomanufacturing, development of COVID-19 vaccines and therapeutics, and research is committed through the following areas: Strategic Innovation Fund. As described on the agenda , the same topics were presented each day with speakers from different regions to represent the global effort. .

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

OCTOBER 10, 2019

And they offer advice on a comprehensive array of topics health IT workers face when working in the field of telehealth. “Once a more structured vision and plan is in place, it’s critical to also have a team that fulfills specific roles – from onboarding to implementation to ongoing training.

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Telemedicine Hospitals Public Health Governance 128

MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

24, 2021 – MedTrainer , the award-winning software provider for training, compliance, and credentialing, announced a rebrand to its suite of products that reflects a renewed corporate vision to support the administrative, training and human resources needs of its healthcare clients.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

24, 2021 – MedTrainer, the award-winning software provider for training, compliance, and credentialing, announced a rebrand to its suite of products that reflects a renewed corporate vision to support the administrative, training and human resources needs of its healthcare clients.

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Compliance HIPAA Licensing Medicare 40

HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Communities that work together to strengthen robust, data-driven SDOH programs are better able to create tailored, patient-centric care plans that reduce barriers to care and thus improve outcomes. In reality, few CBOs have the money, time, or resources to invest in sophisticated data management systems. Seize the opportunity.

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AIHC

JANUARY 5, 2023

Part C allows beneficiaries to choose a private health plan instead of the original Medicare. Pre-Enrollment Planning for Medicare Compliance Healthcare providers who want to apply for Medicare compliance should begin by reviewing the revised guidance from CMS. Part A covers hospitalization, skilled nursing care, and home health care.

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Healthcare IT Today

JUNE 9, 2023

Hyro plans to hire top talent across all departments as it continues to build out its no-code platform for AI-powered call center, web, and mobile solutions, while also expanding strategic partnerships, integrations and use cases across key industries where it is already experiencing strong traction.

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US Department of Health and Human Services 52

Hall Render

JUNE 15, 2022

PBMs contract with health plans to manage prescription drug benefits for health plan members. Resources. [1] 3] Health Industries Research Companies, Pharmacy Benefit Managers: Market Landscape and Strategic Imperatives (2021). Background. Practical Takeaways.

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Healthcare IT Today

MAY 2, 2023

As a result, health equity has been a hot topic and organizations have been searching for solutions. Many organizations are realizing that health equity investments align with their healing mission and strategic goals, and address critical issues such as access, lack of coverage, poverty, substance abuse, health education, and chronic care.

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Health Outcomes Governance Nurses Hospitals 95

Hall Render

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Tammany Health System create new residency program CHRISTUS nationally recognized for high-quality heart care Behind Ochsner LSU Health’s multimillion-dollar tech upgrades MAINE Millinocket hospital schedules renovation after $3.5M medical school to revamp philanthropic efforts Sage Health opening 3 central Md.

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US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals 40

Hall Render

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Tammany Health System create new residency program CHRISTUS nationally recognized for high-quality heart care Behind Ochsner LSU Health’s multimillion-dollar tech upgrades MAINE Millinocket hospital schedules renovation after $3.5M medical school to revamp philanthropic efforts Sage Health opening 3 central Md.

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US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Homes Nurses Hospitals 40

HIT Consultant

JANUARY 1, 2024

So, with many companies about to invest significant resources into their AI journey, let’s take a look at some of the pitfalls to avoid. Purpose-built AI solutions, often referred to as narrow AI, can be developed to address specific medical challenges such as disease diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient management.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 17, 2024

To move the needle on mental health care and treatment, the industry needs real and valuable applications – transitioning from the promise of the possible to the delivery of accessible, high-quality, and personalized treatment plans for each patient. Carolyn Ward, M.D.

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Healthcare Law Blog

JANUARY 5, 2023

The Proposed Rule includes changes on an array of topics including: Star Ratings, medication therapy management, marketing and communications, health equity, provider directories, coverage criteria, prior authorization, behavioral health services, identification of overpayments , requirements for valid contract applications, and formulary changes.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 11, 2024

As AI advances and conversations around regulations and standardization take precedence, there will be a larger industry-wide emphasis on breaking down information silos and creating a more open and collaborative approach to data aimed to unleash AI’s full potential in clinical care, predictive diagnostics, and personalized treatment planning.

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C&M Health Law

JANUARY 25, 2023

The Act also did not provide the Department of Labor enforcement authority (which was requested in its 2022 Report to Congress) to issue civil monetary penalties against health plans that it finds are noncompliant with the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).

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