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.
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
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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.
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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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.
Health Care Compliance Brief brings together the best content for health law & compliance professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
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.
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
AI-powered genomic health prediction could pose significant risks concerning privacy and discrimination, according to a new report.
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
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.
Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer
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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
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.
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.
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.
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
In the world of small business management, the challenge of managing payroll & HR efficiently while scaling operations can be overwhelming. Yet, with the right strategies in place, these challenges can become opportunities for growth and innovation. In this session, Joe Sharpe, Senior Director of Managed Payroll Services at IRIS, will reveal practical methods and expert insights for outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes, resulting in substantial time and resource savings.
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).
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.
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.
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: Andrea Wuchiski
In an era where a workforce spans multiple generations, HR managers and Total Rewards leaders face the unique challenge of designing benefits packages that cater to diverse employee needs. This session will delve into how comprehensive fertility benefits can bridge generational gaps, support employees’ health, and enhance workplace satisfaction. Join us for an insightful session that highlights the strategic importance of fertility benefits in today’s competitive job market.
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.
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
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.
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.
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Dive into the Compliance Officer's Handbook for advanced OSHA and HIPAA strategies. This guide provides detailed steps for maintaining compliance in healthcare facilities, covering key regulations like the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and HIPAA Privacy Rule. Learn to create a culture of compliance with management commitment, employee training, and regular risk assessments.
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
HealthIT Answers
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
We are seeking out the latest developments around virtual healthcare. News from American Heart Association, AHRQ, Ochsner Digital Medicine, VirtuAlly, ATA Action, AvaSure, care.ai, Vesta Healthcare, Merck Manuals, LifeBridge Health, AvaSure, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and more. The post Virtual Healthcare September 2024 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
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.
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