Healthcare It News

JANUARY 2, 2025

By using computational fluid dynamics software and other modeling techniques for complex congenital heart disease patients, Boston Children's Hospital's pediatric cardiology team said it now better understands flow balance and characteristics in preoperative planning and is improving surgical decision-making and patient outcomes. Turning to CFD for decision support As a parent, when finding out your child's heart does not work perfectly, you turn to the most gifted surgeons you can f

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Healthcare Dive

JANUARY 2, 2025

More than a year after the agency largely put new deployments on hold, the Department of Veterans Affairs will soon begin work to roll out the new medical record to four facilities in Michigan.

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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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MRO Compliance

JANUARY 2, 2025

The secure exchange of sensitive patient data is a top priority for healthcare organizations. 2024 exposed healthcares privacy and security vulnerabilities with three of the nations largest data breaches to date: Change Healthcare, Ascension and Kaiser Permanente. And last year, patient safety and quality ranked 5.9 out of 11 in the list of health system executives concerns.

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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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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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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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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 30, 2024

The Acquisition Expands Capabilities in Emergency and Pre-Hospital Care, Revolutionizing Communication Between EMS Teams and Hospitals for Faster Clinical Workflows and More Informed Patient Care TigerConnect , the leading clinical collaboration platform in healthcare, today announced the acquisition of Twiage , a health technology innovator that streamlines pre-hospital communication and care coordination between EMS, hospitals, and other healthcare providers.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JANUARY 2, 2025

The promise of remote patient monitoring is showing itself in more and more telemedicine use cases, with huge potential for day-to-day wellness, management of chronic conditions and the promotion of health equity. Oren Nissim is CEO and cofounder of Brook Health, a care management company that uses telehealth and artificial intelligence for home-based care.

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Becker's Health IT

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Learn about the proposed changes to HIPAA that aim to strengthen cybersecurity in healthcare and protect against data breaches and ransomware attacks.

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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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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 30, 2024

A paper published in the Journal of Medical Extended Reality outlines how AI, generative virtual reality and multilingual voice cloning may help pain management.

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Healthcare It News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Healthcare has no shortage of challenges and technologies for CIOs and other health IT leaders at hospitals and health systems to wrap their arms around. And 2025 will be a year with all kinds of change and trends that come with the ongoing evolution of healthcare and health IT. Russ Graney is founder and CEO of Aidin, a care management platform vendor.

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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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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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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?

HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Mateusz Krempa, COO, Piwik PRO As healthcare providers increasingly embrace big data, they find themselves at a crossroads: the challenge of using relevant data to improve patient care while ensuring the highest levels of privacy and compliance with regulations like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Violations of HIPAA can result in reputation damage, loss of patient trust, and also severe penaltiesup to $50,000 per violation, alongside potential criminal charges.

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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 30, 2024

140 prescription digital therapeutics have been cleared for patient use at home and more than 220 therapies are used in digital care or in clinics, according to an IQVIA report.

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Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 1, 2025

Hard to believe it’s 2025! Time flies when you’re having fun. I guess that’s why time flies so quickly here at Healthcare IT Today. We’re so blessed to do what we do and it’s only possible because of all your support. Whether you just read the content on Healthcare IT Today, subscriber to our email newsletter, listen to our podcasts, watch our videos, like and share our content on social media, contribute content, and so much more, we appreciate all that you do to s

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DECEMBER 30, 2024

"College Hospital Costa Mesa reports data breach impacting 591 individuals after unauthorized access to IT systems.

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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

American Medical Compliance

JANUARY 1, 2025

Restorative nursing is an essential pillar of healthcare, dedicated to helping patients regain and maintain their physical and psychological well-being. With approximately 12.2% of adults in the United States facing mobility challenges, according to the CDC, the demand for effective restorative care has never been greater. For healthcare providers, these programs go beyond improving patient outcomesthey create a holistic and supportive care environment.

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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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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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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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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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HIT Consultant

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Michael A. Brickman, MD, Medical Director of Plastic Surgery at ModMed Eye contact and good desk-side manner have always been incredibly important in the plastic surgery specialty, where patients decisions can be heavy with emotion around the perception of their image. Even what some see as a small touchup like dermal fillers are huge decisions for others because it is a change in how they present themselves physically and then carry themselves emotionally.

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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The global data, analytics and AI company will use the Series J funds to invest in new AI products, complete acquisitions and expand its international go-to-market operations.

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Fierce Healthcare

JANUARY 1, 2025

Hospitals and health systems, by and large, are going into 2025 on better footing than a year ago, as financial and operating performance stabilized. | Hospitals and health systems, by and large, are going into 2025 on better footing than a year ago, as financial and operating performance stabilized.

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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.

Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 2, 2025

Cybersecurity was a leading topic in 2024. In February Change Healthcare experienced a cybersecurity incident that crippled electronic payments and medical claims at UnitedHealth Group (Change Healthcares parent company). The length and severity of the incident not only had the healthcare industry talking about cybersecurity, but it also remained a topic of discussion in the broader tech media It was understandable that much of that discussion focused on how and where healthcare was falling shor

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Medisys Compliance

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely used and evidence-based approaches for treating a variety of mental health conditions. While its therapeutic benefits are well-recognized, the process of billing for CBT can be complex and often confusing for mental and behavioral health providers. This article serves as a detailed guide for providers, addressing key aspects of CBT billing to ensure compliance, accuracy, and maximize reimbursement.

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Becker's Health IT

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Ransomware attacks have imposed significant financial burdens on U.S. healthcare providers, with an estimated $21.9 billion lost to downtime alone since 2018, according to Comparitech.com.

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