Healthcare It News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

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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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 26, 2024

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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MRO Compliance

DECEMBER 23, 2024

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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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 26, 2024

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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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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Electronic Health Reporter

DECEMBER 28, 2024

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Errol Weiss, chief security officer, Health-ISAC. Healthcare data breaches are reaching unprecedented levels, with attacks that target the industry surging in both frequency and sophistication. Cybercriminals are zeroing in on vulnerabilities across healthcare systems, […] The article In the New Year, Can Legislation Protect Patient Data?

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MedTrainer

DECEMBER 23, 2024

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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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 24, 2024

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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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 26, 2024

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

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Medisys Compliance

DECEMBER 27, 2024

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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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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Healthcare It News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

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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Fierce Healthcare

DECEMBER 23, 2024

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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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 27, 2024

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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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 23, 2024

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

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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

Medisys Compliance

DECEMBER 24, 2024

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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Healthcare It News

DECEMBER 26, 2024

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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Compliancy Group

DECEMBER 23, 2024

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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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Investment will Expand Scalable Programs and Partnerships with Healthcare Providers, Aiming to Close Critical Workforce Gaps by 2025 Stepful , the company dedicated to re-imagining healthcare training for allied health professional jobs, today announced it has raised $31.5 million in Series B funding. The round was led by Oak HC/FT with participation from Y Combinator, Reach Capital, AlleyCorp, SemperVirens, Company Ventures, Green Sands, ECMC Education Impact Fund, Intermountain Ventures, and C

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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?

Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Memora's patient navigation tool will combine with CommureOS's integration engine to personalize patient care and improve outcomes.

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Digital Health News

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Joe Mcdonald is in Melbourne for the festive season. And it isnt just the heat that feels like a welcome change.

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Healthcare Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Contract and Risk Management: How to Reduce Risk in the Contracting Process Signing a contract and later regretting it is something businesses do every day. Yet once its completed, facing the consequences becomes a challenge. In healthcare, contract management isnt just a formality. Get it wrong and it could have a critical impact compliance issues, trouble safeguarding patient safety, and an increase in organizational risk.

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AIHC

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Written by: Shelby Harriel-Hidlebaugh, M.Ed. and BA The medical setting is expected to be a sanctuary of dignity and autonomy. However, sensitive exams and other intimate tasks conducted without consent can leave patients feeling violated. Informed consent is a cornerstone of ethical medical practice. It establishes a foundation of trust between patients and healthcare providers and protects patients autonomy over their own bodies.

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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

Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Rules and regulations are an integral part of life, especially in the world of healthcare where you are dealing with very sensitive information and situations. Though it may not always be clear at first glance, rules and regulations are put in place to help protect people and make things as fair as possible. Where it gets tricky, however, is the span of time between when we implement our systems and when the rules and regulations were written and enacted.

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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 23, 2024

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

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Digital Health News

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Digital Health News has picked out the 10 stories that sparked the most conversations in the sector in 2024.

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HealthIT Answers

DECEMBER 30, 2024

By Jay Trinckes - In recent years, healthcare organizations have struggled to address the rising number of data breaches and cyberattacks plaguing the industry. The Change Healthcare breach in particular caused the exposure of the protected health information of as many as one in three Americans earlier this year. The post The Key to Fixing the HIPAA Auditing Process Collaboration appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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