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Stopgap funding bill includes sweeping PBM reform, preserves telehealth flexibilities

Healthcare Dive

Lawmakers Tuesday night released the full text of a bipartisan agreement to fund the government through March. It could also reshape the pharmacy supply chain by reforming how controversial drug middlemen do business.

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HIMSSCast: The next big investment in patient experience is the CRM

Healthcare It News

For hospitals to fully understand the patient experience, integration of the clinical, financial and communications sides of the patient journey is needed, according to Kelly Arduino, Healthcare Industry Leader at Wipfli. The electronic health record has the clinical side covered, and the majority of hospitals have an EHR.

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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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How Cybersecurity Breaches Affect Patient Care and Recovery

HIT Consultant

Anand Naik- CEO & Co-Founder at Sequretek The healthcare industry has long been built on the promise of providing uninterrupted care across a vast and interconnected ecosystem. However, in recent years, the sector has faced an escalating threatcyberattacks. Data breaches, ransomware attacks, and system vulnerabilities have emerged as major disruptors, threatening sensitive patient information and the very foundation of patient care.

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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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A Prescription for Change: A Path to Affordable, Equitable Healthcare

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Meredith Kirchner, COO and Client Success Leader at Curae The medical debt crisis in the U.S. is worsening, with healthcare costs now deterring millions of patients from seeking essential care. Soaring medical costs are forcing millions of Americans to make impossible choices: pay for essential care or risk financial ruin.

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How Henry Ford Health is boosting health equity by bridging the telehealth divide

Healthcare It News

The prominent Michigan health system Henry Ford Health recently held a two-day digital health summit titled, "Advancing Health Equity: Bridging the Telehealth Divide." Day one was held at Henry Ford Innovations located on the campus of Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. The second day of the summit took place at nonprofit health equity organization Focus:HOPE in the Hope Village neighborhood of the Motor City.

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Congress' end of year health deal may be falling apart

Fierce Healthcare

It still needs to pass, but an end-of-year package for healthcare is looking probable. The legislation includes PBM reform, telehealth extensions and more.

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Project to launch Vietnam's first AI virtual hospital announced

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

An Australian biotechnology company is building what could be the first AI-driven hospital in Vietnam. WHAT IT'S ABOUT The MedArmor AI Hospital will pursue a preventive healthcare model, emphasising early disease detection and timely interventions. It will be underpinned by AI and virtual care technologies. The hospital will primarily run on virtual technologies, such as video conferencing, to deliver care.

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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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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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7 of the biggest healthcare cyberattack and breach stories of 2024

Healthcare Dive

Cyberattacks targeting the healthcare industry continued to rise this year. Here are some of the largest incidents, from Change Healthcare to Ascension.

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Mind the gaps: The healthcare industry is embracing AI, but needs to keep patient care at the center

Healthcare It News

Healthcare organizations are embracing modern digital tools and emerging technologies like AI to reimagine how they interact with patients, connect with communities and advance lifesaving missions. However, as many of these organizations are registered as 501(c)(3) nonprofits, they share the common ailments that afflict the nonprofit sector at large: growing demand and shrinking budgets.

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PBM lobby punches back at provisions within end-of-year package

Fierce Healthcare

Pharmacy benefit manager reform is included in a larger-than-anticipated healthcare package, but the PBM lobby is fighting the legislation at the eleventh hour. | With a deal closer than ever, the PBM industry is hoping to sow doubt over provisions in an end-of-year healthcare package.

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Managed Print Services: A Cure for Healthcare’s Printing Headaches?

HIT Consultant

Jeff Wilson, VP, Flex Technology Group Despite advances in digital applications, healthcare organizations generate a host of printed documents daily, from patient forms to disclosure agreements to labels and more. The healthcare industry is a heavy user of printing services, with print usage increasing 28% from the peak of the pandemic and continuing to grow at a 5% rate each year.

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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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The Healthcare Theme of 2025 Is Generative AI

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Ben Beadle-Ryby, co-founder, AKASA. As we approach 2025, healthcare and health IT are on the cusp of transformation, driven by advancements in generative AI (GenAI). To understand where the industry is heading, we spoke […] The article The Healthcare Theme of 2025 Is Generative AI appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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AdventHealth CEO to retire in July

Healthcare Dive

The health system said it will select Terry Shaw’s replacement in the spring.

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Top executives reflect on 2024’s biggest surprises, part one

Mobi Health News

Digital health leaders reveal the year's noteworthy events, including the rise in AI valuations, spike in demand for emergency contraception, realizations pertaining to LLMS and more.

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The MRO Exchange: The Path to Outsourcing ROI at AHIMA Annual Conference

MRO Compliance

Healthcare NOW Radio Podcast Network MRO Exchange: The Path to Outsourcing ROI at AHIMA Annual Conference S1E12: Host Angela Rose recently moderated a panel of HIM experts at the AHIMA Annual Conference. Listen in to the live discussion about the path to outsourcing ROI, that was hosted during the conference in the MRO booth.

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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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NHS England launches digital clinical safety standards review

Digital Health News

NHS England has launched a review of digital clinical safety standards, requesting input from NHS stakeholders and IT manufacturers.

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Suki launches patient summary and Q&A features in its AI assistant with Google Cloud integration

Fierce Healthcare

Health AI company Suki rolled out two new features to its Suki AI Assistant powered by Google Cloud. | Suki AI released new features Thursday that brings its technology closer to a general AI assistant for clinicians from just an ambient AI scribing tool. The company touts that it is the first to release a patient summarization and search feature.

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Steward Health Care to close Sharon Regional Medical Center in January

Healthcare Dive

The bankrupt health system had sought a buyer for the facility for months without success, according to court documents.

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Korean study first to prove imaging AI safety to support heart procedure

Mobi Health News

It has comparable safety outcomes to coronary artery intervention guided by expensive 3D imaging.

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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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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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Moorfields Eye Hospital selects MEDITECH Expanse EPR

Digital Health News

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is to implement MEDITECHs Expanse electronic patient record in its 20 locations around London.

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2025 outlook: What's next for Medicare Advantage

Fierce Healthcare

Medicare Advantage has steadily grown over the past decade, and now encompasses more than half of all seniors eligible for Medicare. | Medicare Advantage has steadily grown over the past decade, and now encompasses more than half of all seniors eligible for Medicare. However, over the past year, the industry has faced significant headwinds that have stymied some of their expansion plans.

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GoodRx appoints former PBM exec as permanent CEO

Healthcare Dive

Wendy Barnes will take up the role more than a year after the drug discount and digital health company’s founders stepped down as co-CEOs.

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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.