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While providers make clinical discoveries faster, RPM is shifting to a new care model

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Every day in the United States, 10,000 Americans turn 65 , according to the AARP. And 85% of older Americans have at least one chronic condition , according to the National Institutes of Health. Against this backdrop, health systems usually wait until a patient is in a costly state before implementing a remote patient monitoring program. That's because distributing connected devices to homes is extremely difficult to scale.

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Mass General Brigham to conduct largest layoffs in its history

Healthcare Dive

MGB said the layoffs are necessary to get ahead of an anticipated budget shortfall of $250 million over the next two years.

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The Key Principles of Restorative Nursing: What Every Provider Should Know 

American Medical Compliance

Patients who receive restorative nursing care are 32% less likely to be readmitted to the hospital than those receiving standard care, as reported in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. This is because the principles of restorative nursing go beyond basic medical careit actively engages patients in their recovery through mobility training, self-care support, and personalized rehabilitation.

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A new, non-opioid pain drug is here. Getting it to patients could be agony.

Healthcare Dive

After decades of research, Vertex Pharmaceuticals now has an approved pain medication. Can one of the world’s most powerful biotechs contend with a healthcare system that’s long favored opioids?

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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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ŌURA Secures $200 Million in Series D Funding

Healthcare IT Today

Investments from Fidelity Management & Research Company and Dexcom Bring URA Valuation to $5.2 Billion URA , the company behind Oura Ring, the worlds leading smart ring, today announced the completion of a $200 million Series D funding round. Fidelity Management & Research Company and Dexcom, the global leader in glucose biosensing, participated in the round.

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41% of Third-Party Breaches in 2024 Targeted Healthcare Orgs

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The healthcare industry continues to be the most heavily targeted sector, accounting for 41.2% of third-party breaches in 2024, according to new report from Black Kite. – Black Kites sixth annual Third Party Breach Report reveals a concerning trend in cybersecurity: the rise of “silent breaches.” These hidden vulnerabilities within interconnected ecosystems wreaked havoc across industries in 2024, with threat actors exploiting trusted vendor relati

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How AI is Reshaping the Future of Healthcare and the Patient Experience

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Bhushan Jayeshkumar Patel, Senior Member at IEEE Technology is poised to significantly impact healthcare in the coming years. In fact, a recent study showed that 29% of technologists surveyed predicted that healthcare would be a top industry sector impacted by technology in 2025, according to The Impact of Technology in 2025 and Beyond: An IEEE Global Study.

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Humana’s 2024 profit slashed in half amid higher medical spending

Healthcare Dive

The massive insurer now expects to lose 550,000 Medicare Advantage members — roughly one-tenth of its individual MA footprint — this year as a result of plan cuts.

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An Open Letter to Medicare on Interoperability

HealthIT Answers

By Jim Tate - Medicare has a long history of taking bold actions. In 2003 electronic claims submission was mandated. In 2011, CMS established the EHR Incentive Programs to promote the adoption and meaningful use of certified electronic health record technology. The post An Open Letter to Medicare on Interoperability appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Former FDA head Gottlieb calls for less regulation of certain AI tools

Healthcare Dive

Scott Gottlieb supports a reversion to an earlier interpretation of the 21st Century Cures Act, which would exempt more types of clinical decision support software from the FDA’s premarket review process.

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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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Drive efficiencies and improve patient experiences with AI

Healthcare It News

Sponsor: ServiceNow Primary topic: Patient Engagement Topic: Artificial Intelligence Patient Engagement Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Sponsor: ServiceNow Enterprise Taxonomy: AI Analytics Short Headline: Drive efficiencies and improve patient experiences with AI Region Tag: Global Edition Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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Intelerad and Strategic Radiology Partnership Drives Innovation in Private Radiology Practices

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Intelerad , a global leader in medical imaging software solutions, and Strategic Radiology , a national coalition of privately owned independent radiology practices, today announced significant milestones achieved through their five-year partnership. – The collaboration, focused on empowering independent radiology practices with cutting-edge technology and operational efficiencies, has experienced remarkable growth in 2024, quadrupling participation and tripli

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Navigating Compliance Responsibility: A Foundation for Compliance Program Success 

YouCompli

Healthcare compliance professionals play a vital role in ensuring that organizations adhere to ever-changing regulations and standards. However, one of the most persistent challenges they face is managing and delegating compliance responsibilities effectively. The task of identifying, assigning, and tracking who is responsible for specific compliance activities can become an overwhelming and inefficient processespecially in large, complex healthcare organizations.

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AdventHealth Partners with Aidin to Enhance Care Coordination

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – AdventHealth , a healthcare system with over 50 hospitals across nine states, today announced a partnership with Aidin , a healthcare technology company specializing in care coordination solutions. – The collaboration will leverage Aidin’s innovative platform to enhance AdventHealth’s care management processes, improve patient outcomes, and support the transition to value-based care.

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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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Health IT Appointments & Hires

HealthIT Answers

Latest announcements made from companies and organizations on hiring include Watershed Health, NextGen Healthcare, Abridge, Impact Advisors, Kontakt.io, HealtheConnections, Cigna, UnitedHealth, Consensus Health, LucyRX, Interwell Health, CareAbout Health, Premier Health Solutions, Vytalize Health, Westchester Medical Center, Inovalon, Banner|Aetna, LucidHealth, & AHIMA.

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Medidata Integrates UK Costing Data into Grants Manager, Streamlining Clinical Trial Budgeting

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Medidata , a Dassault Systmes brand and a leading provider of clinical trial solutions, today announced the integration of data from the UK interactive Costing Tool (iCT) into its Grants Manager platform. – The collaboration with the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) provides life sciences organizations with a streamlined and standardized approach to clinical trial budgeting, enhancing efficiency and transparency in research funding.

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Inception Health Offers Digital Patient Experiences

Healthcare IT Today

Strong IT innovation, including the use of generative AI, is central to Inception Health , located in southeastern Wisconsin. In this video at the AWS re:Invent conference, we hear about their “clinical technology stack” from Dr. Melek Somai, MPH, Vice President, Chief Technology and Chief Product Officer at Inception Health and the Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin Health Network.

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Aledade Adds 500 New Primary Care Practices to Value-Based Care Network

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Aledade , the nation’s largest network of independent primary care providers, announced the addition of over 500 new primary care practices, clinics, and community health centers to its network. – The expansion brings the total number of supported organizations to more than 2,400, serving nearly 3 million patients through value-based care programs across the United States.

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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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Core Sound Imaging, Provider of Medical Imaging Platform Studycast, Announces $80 Million Growth Investment from PSG

Healthcare IT Today

Investment to Help Drive Expansion to Support Platform Growth Core Sound Imaging , provider of medical imaging platform Studycast, today announced an $80 million growth investment from PSG , a leading growth equity firm that specializes in partnering with software and technology-enabled services companies to capitalize on transformational growth. The investment will support Studycasts plans to help accelerate its growth in core verticals, enter new clinical areas, and further enable AI usage on

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First Stop Health Appoints Vijay Anand as CTO and William Setliff as CMO

HIT Consultant

Vijay Anand , Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at First Stop Health William Setliff , Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at First Stop Health What You Should Know: – First Stop Health , a provider of on-demand virtual care solutions, today announced the appointment of Vijay Anand as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and William Setliff as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). – These strategic additions to the leadership team bring decades of experience in healthcare technology and marketing, positi

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AI screened 50,000 eyes to create retinal maps

Mobi Health News

The Australian-led project developed these maps, claimed to be the most detailed ever made, to link retinal thinning to various diseases.

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What can smart technologies achieve for healthcare?

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Enterprise Taxonomy: AI Operations Telehealth Analytics Digital Health Business Patient Access Data and Information Technology Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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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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OneStep and Yardi Partner to Bring AI-Powered Motion Analysis to Senior Living Communities

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – OneStep , a leader in AI-powered digital care technology, today announced a new partnership with Yardi, a leading provider of end-to-end management solutions for senior living communities. –Now featured as a Yardi Senior Living Interface Vendor, OneSteps advanced motion analysis and monitoring tools will connect with Yardi EHR, providing assisted living (AL), independent living (IL), skilled nursing facilities (SNF), and continuing care retirement communities

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Gamified screening tool in Singapore detects early dementia in 15 minutes

Mobi Health News

Its developer, a spinoff from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, is looking to raise up to $1.5 million to commercialise their MCI screening tool.

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Guy’s and St Thomas’ has ‘reporting issues’ with £450m Epic EPR

Digital Health News

Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust is using manual data extraction for key reporting tasks, owing to issues with its 450m Epic EPR.

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Elon Musk consortium launches $97.4B takeover bid for OpenAI

Mobi Health News

OpenAI cofounder Sam Altman says the company "is not for sale.

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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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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Humana posted a $693 million loss in the fourth quarter of 2024, a notable increase from its $541 million loss in the prior-year quarter, according to its earnings report released Tuesday morning.

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Oklahoma DOH replaces public health surveillance system with Conduent's platform

Mobi Health News

The aim of Conduent's Maven is to help epidemiologists detect, monitor, track and report health threats.

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Government to fund UK cancer research through AI

Digital Health News

The government has announced 82.6m in research funding to support UK companies tackling cancer and accelerating drug discovery using AI.

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Healthcare remains prime target for 3rd party breaches: Report

Becker's Health IT

"Discover the latest findings from Black Kite's report on third-party breaches in healthcare, including insights from public breaches and regulatory filings in

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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.