Wed.Aug 21, 2024

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Large employers forecast 7.8% hike in health costs next year, thanks to rising pharmacy spend

Healthcare Dive

The growing burden of pharmaceuticals is expected to be the primary driver of higher healthcare spending in 2025, mostly due to expensive GLP-1 drugs in demand for weight loss, according to the Business Group on Health.

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Hira 'paused' following budget recall

Healthcare It News

The project building New Zealand's national health information platform has been put on hold following budget cuts for digital health. In a statement to Healthcare IT News , Michael Dreyer, director of the Digital Channels sector at Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand), confirmed that the Hira project has been suspended. "After completing the first stage of Hira and creating a strong foundation for the project, it is now paused while we look at plans for the future.

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Judge strikes down FTC noncompete ban nationwide

Healthcare Dive

Obviating the ban has big implications for U.S. healthcare, an industry that frequently relies on noncompetes to lock medical workers into employment agreements with hospitals, insurers and other employers.

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The MRO Exchange: AI in healthcare marketing with Beth Friedman and Carol Flagg

MRO Compliance

Healthcare NOW Radio Podcast Network · MRO Exchange: AI in Healthcare marketing with Beth Friedman and Carol Flagg S1E7: Host Stephanie Kindlick, VP of Marketing, interviews two healthcare media and marketing experts, Beth Friedman and Carol Flagg. They discuss all things artificial intelligence in healthcare marketing, including the benefits of AI, a set of 10 guiding principles, and the need for responsible use.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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Molina extends CEO Joe Zubretsky’s contract through 2027

Healthcare Dive

Zubretsky also received a stock grant that will vest at the end of 2027 if the company meets financial targets. The shares would be worth nearly $51 million based on Molina’s stock price at market close on Tuesday.

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CMS closes thousands of No Surprises Act complaints, directs $4M in relief

Fierce Healthcare

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a new report Tuesday detailing total complaints related to the No Surprises Act and Affordable Care Act compliance. | A new CMS report outlines the types of No Surprises Act complaints resolved by the federal agency since June 30.

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Keep patients digitally empowered and engaged in their care

Healthcare It News

As healthcare costs continue to rise, patients expect the same convenience, personalization and accessibility from providers that they get from other service sectors. To stay competitive, healthcare organizations must deliver enhanced patient experiences and offer on-demand patient engagement through digital channels. Join Cisco’s Global Healthcare CPaaS Director, Kenny Bloxham, and Head of Global Solutions Engineering, Dave Jennings, as they talk about how providers can empower patients a

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Federal judge blocks FTC's nationwide noncompete ban

Fierce Healthcare

A Texas federal judge has struck down the Federal Trade Commission’s rule broadly banning employers’ noncompete agreements 15 days before it was set to go into effect nationwide. | U.S. District Judge Ada Brown ruled that the FTC exceeded its statutory authority and failed to present sufficient evidence for its sweeping ban. Mixed rulings among other district courts and comments from a regulator spokesperson suggest an appeal is likely.

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Everest ransomware group shifts focus to healthcare

Becker's Health IT

"Learn about the latest cyberthreat to the healthcare sector as ransomware group Everest targets organizations through compromised user accounts and remote acce

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Tackling the Prior Authorization Problem with Innovative Technologies

Fierce Healthcare

By: Christie Callahan, Chief Operating Officer, Arrive Health | Tackling the Prior Authorization Problem with Innovative Technologies

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HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends

Based on comprehensive survey data from diverse healthcare providers, the 2025 HIPAA Benchmark Report delivers actionable intelligence for modern compliance programs. This report examines how organizations are restructuring HIPAA Privacy Programs to address emerging regulatory requirements. Through analysis of staffing models, program operations, and breach management protocols, it provides a clear picture of current best practices.

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Milton Keynes University Hospital trials Dora AI assistant

Digital Health News

Milton Keynes University Hospital is trialling a conversational AI assistant in its ophthalmology department.

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This Week’s Health IT Jobs – August 21, 2024

Healthcare IT Today

It can be very overwhelming scrolling though job board after job board in search of a position that fits your wants and needs. Let us take that stress away by finding a mix of great health IT jobs for you! We hope you enjoy this look at some of the health IT jobs we saw healthcare organizations trying to fill this week. Here’s a quick look at some of the health IT jobs we found: Microsoft Healthcare Data & AI Technical Specialist – Database – Microsoft US Based Global Regul

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The case for change: digitising the pharmacy ordering process

Digital Health News

As a service, pharmacy dislikes change, preferring to apply ‘band-aids’ to traditional systems.

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Ciba Unveils Thrive: AI-Powered Disease Prevention Platform

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Ciba Health , a digital health company transforming healthcare with root-cause medicine and leveraging cutting-edge technology AI/ML, announced today its launch of Thrive by Ciba (Thrive), a data-powered, customizable disease prevention platform to help people live longer and healthier lives. – Thrive offers deeply-personalized, comprehensive blood work, offering 100+ labs along with on-demand education to help members better understand their health and trea

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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers

Every health care provider that accepts federal payments must screen for excluded providers. Use this sample Exclusion Screening Checklist and Compliance Policy to evaluate and improve your organization’s compliance with the law. Payments from Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare trigger screening requirements that may extend to employees, contractors, volunteers, board members, and network providers.

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Save Time By Stacking Continuing Education and Compliance Training

MedTrainer

It’s said you never stop learning, and that’s particularly true for healthcare professionals. Continuing education and training are crucial for maintaining licensure, staying compliant with regulations, and enhancing skills. However, the traditional approach to CE is expensive and increases the amount of time spent away from patients. By strategically selecting CE courses that also satisfy regulatory requirements, healthcare organizations can create efficiencies, reduce redundancy, and improve o

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Critical Challenges and Solutions for Inpatient Capacity Management, Report Reveals

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – LeanTaaS , a provider of AI-powered capacity management solutions for healthcare, today released its comprehensive report, The State of Inpatient Capacity Optimization. – The report delves into the pressing challenges faced by health systems nationwide and offers insights into effective strategies for addressing these issues.

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5G Connectivity Is Transforming Healthcare: Is Your Hospital Ready?

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Sponsor: Airtower Primary topic: Telehealth Topic: Connected Health Telehealth Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Enterprise Taxonomy: Telehealth Patient Access Short Headline: 5G Connectivity Is Transforming Healthcare: Is Your Hospital Ready?

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A Plethora of Announcements at Epic UGM 2024…and a Few Weren’t Even AI

Healthcare IT Today

Needless to say, my first time at Epic UGM was quite the experience. The way that Epic takes over Verona and Madison is impressive. Plus, the campus is just as expansive and unique as you’ve read about. They said that the campus is 1700 acres with 40% of it still farmland. While the campus was interesting, what was most interesting for me was the volume of things that were announced at Epic’s user conference.

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Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data

In healthcare, where patient data protection is paramount, effective vendor risk management isn't just good business—it's essential for maintaining compliance and trust. This comprehensive guide helps healthcare compliance professionals navigate the complexities of third-party vendor relationships in an increasingly interconnected healthcare environment.

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HIPAA Basics V: Comprehensive Guide to HIPAA Breach Rule for Covered Entities

HIPAA Vault

No one believes a breach will happen to them - until it's too late. Know when and how to respond, according to the HIPAA Breach Notification Rule.

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Falls prevention app helps reduce care home ambulance call-outs

Digital Health News

A falls prevention app has been adopted by 37 care homes in Greater Manchester after trials led to a 57% reduction in ambulance call-outs.

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Intermountain Health, Story Health expanding virtual heart failure management program

Fierce Healthcare

Intermountain Health is taking its partnership with digital specialty care platform Story Health systemwide following a strong heart failure pilot program the pair

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PatientIQ Automates and Improves the Collection of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures

Healthcare IT Today

With the dawn of patient-centered care models came the recognition that patient experiences of pain, quality of life, and symptom relief are just as important as vital signs and other clinical observations recorded by the clinician. As such, more and more healthcare providers are capturing the patient voice (as it is often referred to) through standardized, industry-validated surveys known as patient reported outcomes measures (PROMs).

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Sesame to offer compounded semaglutide 'at cost' as weight loss drug competition heats up

Fierce Healthcare

Virtual marketplace Sesame rolled out a new weight loss program that gives eligible consumers access to compounded semaglutide, an ingredient in blockbuster obesity drugs Wegovy and Ozempic, for $2 | Virtual marketplace Sesame rolled out a new weight loss program that gives eligible consumers access to compounded semaglutide, an ingredient in blockbuster obesity drugs Wegovy and Ozempic, for $249 a month.

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Americans Who Perceive Negative Medical Treatment Due to Weight, Insurance Status, and Identity Metrics – YouGov Insights

Health Populi

Millions of Americans believe they have been treated negatively by a physician due to their weight, insurance status, physical appearance and/or state of mental health, according to a YouGov poll published August 6, 2024. To gauge U.S. health citizens’ perceptions of fair and unfair treatment in the health care system, YouGov conducted this research among 1,200 U.S. adults 18 and over online in late June 2024.

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How incentives engage and keep patients healthy 

Fierce Healthcare

When it comes to health and wellbeing, good habits are everything. | This week on "Podnosis," we look at how healthcare companies are incentivizing consumers to more proactively take care of themselves by forming lasting healthy habits.

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Humber Teaching NHS FT deploys patient communication platform

Digital Health News

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust has signed a three-year contract with Accurx for a patient communication platform.

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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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What are the Risks of Poor Contract Management? | symplr

Symplr

Developing and maintaining a deep understanding of the risks and complications of contract management in healthcare is essential. The sheer number of affiliations, partnerships, and vendors hospitals maintain increases the complexity of hospital contract management. To manage risk, organizations must adopt measures that ensure regulatory compliance , organizational efficiency, and revenue protection.

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Heart Health in the GLP-1 Era: The Role of Remote Patient Monitoring

HIT Consultant

Antoine Robiliard, VP of Withings Health Solutions According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure. Recent studies have suggested that effectively treating obesity with GLP-1 agonists may be key to improving overall heart health. These findings are promising — but additional study is necessary, further highlighting the need for accurate GLP-1 patient data and consistent at-home health monitoring.

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Sharing Health Data Update August 2024

HealthIT Answers

Moving our healthcare system into the digital age, better outcomes, controlling and reducing costs, and patient access to their health data. Our monthly HIE rundown includes updates on TEFCA, HIE networks, job openings and vendor contracts. The post Sharing Health Data Update August 2024 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Enhance patient experience and boost operational efficiency with 5G connectivity

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Sponsor: Airtower Primary topic: Telehealth Topic: Connected Health Telehealth Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Enterprise Taxonomy: Telehealth Patient Access Short Headline: Enhance patient experience and boost operational efficiency with 5G connectivity Region Tag: Global Edition Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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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.