Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
More than 300 telehealth and provider groups say time is running out for regulators to propose a rule before pandemic-era flexibilities expire at the end of the year.
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Management of cancer patients' symptoms always has been a challenge for providers, especially among racial/ethnic minoritized (REM) populations that often face health disparities that might negatively impact their health outcomes. THE PROBLEM Hence, over the years many researchers have evaluated whether electronic tools can help facilitate early recognition of symptoms.
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Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Though CVS Caremark holds a dominant share of the commercial, Medicare Part D and Medicaid managed care markets, each large pharmacy benefit manager seems to be focusing on one particular arena.
Bill of Health
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
by James Toomey Imagine that you were to develop dementia and someone else had to make medical decisions on your behalf. How would you want them to decide? Then suppose that you had to make medical decisions on behalf of another person with dementia. Would you think about decision-making in the same way? A new study in AJOB Empirical Bioethics by myself, Jonathan Lewis, Ivar Hannikainen, and Brian Earp suggests that people may favor different decisions when deciding for others versus when decidi
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!
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Prime minister Sir Keir Starmer has pledged a move “from an analogue to a digital NHS”, following the publication of Lord Ara Darzi’s report.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Hospital patients’ risk of death has fallen substantially since the COVID-19 pandemic and the months preceding it, even as hospitals are treating more and sicker patients, according to a new report | An analysis of 715 hospitals' patient safety metrics showed that patients hospitalized in Q1 2024 were about 22% more likely to survive as compared to Q4 2019, after adjusting for illness severity.
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Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Enrollees in both traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage have cost-sharing obligations for behavioral health services, a GAO report shows.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
What You Should Know: – The American Medical Association (AMA) has released the CPT® 2025 code set , a comprehensive update that reflects the latest advancements in medical procedures and services. – This year’s release features 420 total changes, including 270 new codes, 112 deletions, and 38 revisions. Key Updates in CPT 2025 CPT codes are essential for data sharing, billing, and reimbursement in the healthcare industry.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
More than 50 years after the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) was signed into law, a House hearing Sept. 10 delved into ways to protect and improve the legislation. | A House hearing celebrating the 50th anniversary of ERISA put a spotlight on ways to bring down costs for employers and individuals.
Becker's Health IT
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Maine hospital's IT network hacked in July, patient data possibly stolen. Cybercriminal group RansomHub claims responsibility for the attack.
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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.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
More Kaiser Permanente members in Colorado will soon be able to visit CommonSpirit Health hospitals for their inpatient and emergency care, the nonprofit giants announced Tuesday. | Four of CommonSpirit Health's Metro Denver area hospitals will integrate Kaiser Permanente physicians and employees to provide care for its members. The nonprofit systems have a similar arrangement at five other hospitals elsewhere in the state.
HealthIT Answers
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
By Mat Buttrey - In the digital era, technological developments are radically transforming healthcare, leading to improved patient care and operational efficiency. Yet, despite the rapid pace of technological advancement, the healthcare industry is still largely dominated by paper-based workflows and physical documents. The post Creating a Healthier IT Environment appeared first on Health IT Answers.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Remote physiologic monitoring company Cadence released data showing that rural patients at Lifepoint Health clinics who took part in Cadence's type 2 diabetes and hypertension programs ha | Remote monitoring company Cadence has released data from its three-year partnership with Lifepoint Health. Together, the companies have improved outcomes of rural patients with type 2 diabetes and hypertension that surpass the outcomes of their urban counterparts.
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) has declared a critical incident as a result of an IT failure in its pathology service.
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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.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
What You Should Know: – A new study presented at the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) 2024 World Conference on Lung Cancer offers exciting possibilities for early lung cancer detection. – Researchers at Phrapokklao Hospital’s Cancer Centre of Excellence in Bangkok, Thailand, used an AI-powered chest X-ray interpretation tool (qXR from Qure.a i) and found promising initial results.
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
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: Principal Integration Architect – Sentara Health IT Field Technician – Hopscotch Primary Care Health
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
What You Should Know: – Aledade , the nation’s largest network of independent primary care, has launched a new service to accelerate practices’ ability to hire physicians, advanced practice providers and new staff, addressing the ongoing nationwide workforce challenges that primary care practices encounter. – Aledade’s Practice Health Recruiting Solution streamlines the hiring process – from initial opportunity intake to candidate sourcing and vetting – of both clinical and non-cli
HIPAA Journal
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Welcome Health and United Way of Connecticut have reported breaches of employee email accounts and potential unauthorized access to patient data. Welcome Health On July 8, 2024, Welcome Health identified suspicious activity in a user’s email account and immediately terminated access to its systems. The forensic investigation confirmed that the user’s credentials had been compromised and were used by an unauthorized individual to access Welcome Health’s systems between June 11, 2024, and Ju
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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.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Neeraj Mainkar, VP of Software Engineering & Advanced Technology at Proprio In healthcare, the impact of well-designed medical devices reaches far beyond their physical form. When these devices are thoughtfully crafted with the end-user in mind, they become catalysts for efficiency and accuracy in diagnoses and treatments. A symbiosis of clear interfaces, intuitive controls, and an overall positive user experience not only propel healthcare professionals toward optimal care delivery but also
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Salesforce is doubling down on its strategy to develop industry-specific artificial intelligence capabilities and solutions, with a strong focus on financial services, healthcare and life sciences, | Salesforce's new patient and member services AI tool, which can be found in the AI use case library, will help accelerate time to care with pre-visit recaps, AI-generated prescriptions and benefits summaries.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Krista Cataldo, Business Analytics and Insights Lead at Primacy Dan Campagna, Account Director at Primacy Implementing web analytics and data collection in healthcare has always required extra caution. By its very nature, collecting a patient’s (or prospective patient’s) information over the web leaves the door open to accidental and unsafe collection of protected health information (PHI).
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
As long time readers will know, we were happy to be able to take part in the Epic UGM conference in Verona, WI this year. If you missed it, be sure to check out all the Epic UGM announcements that we covered. In that article, we kind of glossed over the fact that Epic was working on over 100 AI projects. We did that partially because Epic didn’t put too much focus on it in their UGM keynote.
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.
HIPAA Journal
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
The Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG) conducted an audit of New Mexico’s state Medicaid agency’s personal care services (PCS) program and found that it did not always ensure that PCS were provided by appropriately qualified personnel, which put Medicaid enrollees at risk. The audit of the New Mexico Human Services Department, New Mexico’s state Medicaid agency, covered 2.7 million paid Medicaid PCS encounter claims in calendar year 2019, from which a s
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
The following is a guest article by Deepti Sharma, Senior Vice President of Product Management at HSBlox Healthcare providers are continuing to form and invest in Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) as a means of improving care quality and reducing costs. Some of the largest ACOs serve upwards of hundreds of thousands of patients, while, overall, 13.7 million Medicare beneficiaries are being cared for by ACOs this year, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
HIPAA Journal
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Is Your Organization HIPAA Compliant? Ensuring HIPAA compliance is crucial for any organization handling sensitive patient information. But how compliant is your organization really? With our 5-minute HIPAA Compliance Assessment , you can quickly evaluate your compliance status and receive a report with actionable insights to improve your score. Why Take Our HIPAA Compliance Assessment?
Becker's Health IT
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Hackers are always looking to make a quick buck, and now, they’re targeting vulnerable sectors like healthcare for profit. In the past year, the shift in focus to health providers has become alarmingly clear. The infamous attack on Change Healthcare at the end of 2023 marked a significant turning point, highlighting the severe risks and consequences of cyberattacks in the healthcare sector.
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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.
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Hexarad and Newton’s Tree have partnered with the aim of transforming how NHS radiology departments access technology, including AI tools.
HIPAA Journal
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Microsoft issued patches to fix 79 vulnerabilities on September 2024 Patch Tuesday, including 3 actively exploited vulnerabilities and one that Microsoft considers to be exploited. This month’s updates include fixes for 7 critical flaws, 71 important flaws, and 1 moderate-severity flaw. The actively exploited vulnerabilities affect Windows and Microsoft Publisher CVE-2024-38014 – Windows Installer, Elevation of Privilege – CVSS 7.8 An actively exploited flaw that allows a threat actor to gain SY
HealthIT Answers
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Joshua Liu MD explains 5 reasons why adoption of health tech is slower than many would like. The post 5 Reasons Why Adoption of Health Tech is Slower Than Many Would Like appeared first on Health IT Answers.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
What You Should Know: – Pieces Technologies , a provider of clinical generative AI solutions that supports inpatient care teams secures $25M in growth financing. – The funding round was supported by significant participation from Children’s Health, Concord Health Partners , OSF HealthCare , and Rittenhouse Ventures. Revolutionizing Clinical Workflows Pieces optimizes clinical workflows by automating the creation of clinical documentation, including summaries, progress notes, pa
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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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