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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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Stepful Secures $31.5 Million Series B Led by Oak HC/FT to Address U.S. Healthcare Worker Shortage

Healthcare IT Today

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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Fast Focus: Payer Direct Access to Provider EHRs

MRO Compliance

Health system leaders face challenges in exchanging patient data due to CMS regulations requiring broader data sharing, while privacy concerns mount from recent security breaches. Additionally, third-party payer requests for clinical data are increasing. Although payers are authorized to access data for treatment, payment, or operations (TPO) under HIPAA, the minimal necessary rule still applies.

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Ascension cyberattack exposes data from 5.6 million people

Healthcare Dive

The breach is the third largest reported to a portal managed by federal regulators this year.

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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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Leveraging Emerging Technologies to Enhance Data Integrity and Streamline Processes

Healthcare IT Today

Integrating emerging technologies can make a huge difference in your organization. New technology can ease the clinical burden on your staff, which can be the difference between your staff facing burnout or not. Access to providers and healthcare can be increased with technology which can be the deciding factor for a patient to choose your organization over others.

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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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$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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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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ThoroughCare Secures $5 Million in Series A Funding from Empactful Capital

Healthcare IT Today

ThoroughCare , a leader in care coordination solutions, has successful ly clos ed its $5 million Series A funding round, led by Empactful Capital. This investment will support ThoroughCares continued focus on product development, strategic account management, and expansion into new markets. The funding marks a major milestone for the company as it continues its mission to simplify patient care through innovative, workflow – integrated digital solutions.

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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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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

HHS released a list of 64 drugs on Friday that will have reduced co-insurance for patients with Medicare Part B. The discounts come from the Inflation Reduction Act which requires drug makers to give rebates to the federal government when a drug's cost rises more than inflation.

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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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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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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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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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Digital Health Christmas Coffee Briefing 🎄

Digital Health News

Our Christmas Coffee Briefing features festive-themed news, including a story from NHS Highland about how virtual care can make a difference.

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New Orleans Saints Partner with PatientPoint to Enhance Player Health and Performance

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: –The New Orleans Saints are excited to announce a new partnership with PatientPoint , the trusted leader in patient and provider digital health engagement for over 35 years. –This program will deliver customized nutrition and sports medical content through PatientPoints interactive devices in their practice and training facilities.

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Oura secures $200M, boosting its valuation to $5.2B

Mobi Health News

The company touts that it recently surpassed 2.5 million rings sold and has seen its member base and revenue more than double over the past year.

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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

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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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ISO 27001 vs. NIST: How to Leverage the Best of Both

Compliancy Group

Monitoring compliance with ISO 27001 and NIST standards can be complex and time-intensive. Although they both advance information security and patient privacy, neither framework precisely matches the other in specific recommendations. After examining the key differences between ISO 27001 and NIST, we explore the use of software in integrating both standards and how to facilitate the mapping process.

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Digital Health’s 2024 Review: Top 5 podcasts

Digital Health News

Digital Health News takes a look at the five most listened to episodes of the Digital Health Unplugged podcast in 2024.

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Ascension ransomware attack affects 5 million

Becker's Health IT

"5.6 million individuals affected by ransomware attack on Ascension, exposing personal and medical information. No evidence of EHR breach, but $1.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Executives reflect on 2024's biggest surprises, part two

Mobi Health News

Digital health leaders comment on the year's significant events, including the shuttering of Walmart Health, the CrowdStrike outage, concerns about off-label advertising and more.

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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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Healthcare Document Management Software

Healthcare Blog

Healthcare Document Management Software: Enhancing Patient Safety Through Better Care Coordination What drives today’s fast-paced healthcare environment? Is it delivering high-quality care? Is it medical expertise? Or is it managing the information that drives care coordination? Healthcare organizations face the challenge of managing vast amounts of critical documentation, including compliance documents, regulatory forms, and policy updates.

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KLAS Revenue Cycle Management Summit 2024: Top Challenges and Solutions

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The KLAS Revenue Cycle Management Summit 2024 brought together 117 revenue cycle management (RCM) leaders to address pressing challenges, explore emerging technologies, and enhance cybersecurity in healthcare. The KLAS Revenue Cycle Management Summit provided healthcare leaders navigating the evolving RCM landscape with practical solutions and best practices for optimizing revenue cycle operations.

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

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.