Tue.Mar 26, 2024

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Tax breaks exceed community care spending at large majority of nonprofit hospitals: report

Healthcare Dive

Nonprofits’ cumulative “fair share” deficit is enough to pay off the medical debt of everyone in California, Texas, New York and Pennsylvania combined, according to the Lown Institute.

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First 24/7 virtual emergency clinic in Australia's outback launched

Healthcare It News

Not-for-profit aeromedical services provider Royal Flying Doctor Service has introduced what could be the first unmanned virtual medical emergency centre in Australia's outback. The new RFDS William Creek Community Health Service in the outback tourism town of William Creek in South Australia features a 24/7 virtual emergency centre with a telehealth unit that members of the community and tourists can access to connect with on-call RFDS doctors.

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Senior lawmaker questions UnitedHealth over Change cyberattack

Healthcare Dive

Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., said UnitedHealth’s “rapid consolidation and vertical integration” has major consequences for the healthcare sector, including increased control of the health IT market.

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Keys to improving the patient experience, from the experts

Healthcare It News

Since the onset of the pandemic, patient experience scores from Press Ganey, a firm with more than 40 years of experience in patient experience, have taken a drastic dive – with much of the data pointing to staffing shortages and other challenges as key indicators of the decline in scores. However, since February 2023, the firm has observed a steady rise in patient experience scores – at the end of 2023 nearly reaching pre-pandemic levels.

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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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Ascension will outsource Illinois hospitalist functions to PE-backed staffing firm

Healthcare Dive

Beginning June 1, the Catholic health system will cede responsibility of hospitalist functions to staffing firm SCP Health.

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How extending virtual options can drive value-based care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

One way Northern Health, a major provider in Melbourne's north, is creating value for its patients and community, is by enabling its clinicians to offer virtual options. THE PROBLEM It began during the pandemic. As with the rest of the industry, the organisation too had to accelerate its digital transformation by embracing digital tools for delivering remote care.

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How Amazon Pharmacy is using AI to deliver medications faster as it expands same-day delivery

Fierce Healthcare

Amazon Pharmacy expanded its same-day medication delivery service to New York City and Los Angeles, with plans to add a dozen more U.S. | Amazon Pharmacy expanded its same-day medication delivery service to New York City and Los Angeles, with plans to add a dozen more U.S. cities by the end of the year, the company announced Tuesday.

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DHSC announces procurement for social care interoperability architecture

Digital Health News

The Department of Health and Social Care has announced a procurement for an interoperability platform for adult social care.

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VBA Provides A Suite of Tools for Payers and TPAs Including a New Generative AI Product

Healthcare IT Today

VBA offers numerous portals to payers and their clients (which include doctors, patients, brokers, and more)—”one-stop shopping” for a large range of services. To ease the user experience with these services, the company has started using generative AI for training on their platform through a tool called VBA Assist. At the HCAA conference, President and CEO Mike Clayton cites their mission to “make the health care experience better for everyone” and explains some of their

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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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Novosound locks down patent for wearable ultrasound imaging platform

Mobi Health News

The Scottish startup’s patent is for a Wi-Fi ultrasound system.

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WebMD Health Corp. Acquires Healthwise, Incorporated’s Operating Assets, Building on Leadership in Member and Patient Engagement Solutions

Healthcare IT Today

Healthwise’s Current Operating Assets will become part of WebMD Ignite, Creating an Industry-Leading Healthcare Growth and Engagement Platform Serving 650+ Healthcare Organizations WebMD Health Corp. , an Internet Brands company and a leader in health information services for consumers, physicians and other healthcare professionals, today announced it has joined forces with Healthwise, Incorporated , the patient and member health education and engagement company, through the acquisition of

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Digital Health issues call for AI and Data 2024 speakers

Digital Health News

Digital Health is on the lookout for speakers to present at AI and Data 2024, following a successful inaugural event last year in London.

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Will hospitals need to notify patients about the Change hack?

Becker's Health IT

Following the Change Healthcare cyberattack in February, questions remain around what data may have been stolen and how patients would be notified if needed — the issue is top of mind for hospitals nationwide.

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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.

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Amazon Pharmacy launches same-day RX delivery in New York and Los Angeles

Mobi Health News

The company says its pharmacists will use genAI and machine learning to help them accurately and quickly fill prescriptions.

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Roche develops continuous glucose monitor with predictive algorithms

Digital Health News

Roche has developed a continuous glucose monitor with predictive algorithms, allowing diabetes patients to more easily manage their conditions.

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Ionic Health gains FDA 510(k) clearance for nCommand Lite

Mobi Health News

The Brazilian company, which is a partner of GE HealthCare, received clearance for its nCommand Lite solution that provides remote operation support for imaging centers.

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Insurers are booming as ACA debate rages. What does the future hold?

Fierce Healthcare

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is still a very big deal. | Love it or hate it, the Affordable Care Act's enrollment numbers have exceeded 21 million as some companies double down on ICHRA.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

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?

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SYNERGEN Health Appoints Patricia Smith as Director of Revenue Cycle Consulting

HIT Consultant

Patricia Smith, Director of Revenue Cycle Consulting at SYNERGEN Health What You Should Know: – SYNERGEN Health , an industry-leading provider of technology-enabled revenue cycle services and solutions for healthcare organizations appoints Patricia Smith as Director of Revenue Cycle Consulting. – Smith brings more than 25 years of experience in healthcare revenue cycle management and Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) operations.

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Industry Voices—Healthcare is changing. Hospital staffing must, too

Fierce Healthcare

Walk the floors of a busy hospital today and you’ll see signs of a healthcare workforce in crisis. It really doesn’t matter which hospital, or where. The signs are the same across the country. | Nurses have been pushed to the limit. Their dedication and resolve is tested every day against the stark reality of an overburdened system. It’s a persistent and pervasive crisis, and the healthcare system has so far failed to adequately address it.

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Unlocking the Power of Generative AI: InterSystems IRIS with Vector Search

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: Artificial intelligence has transformative potential for driving value and insights from data. As we progress toward a world where nearly every application will be AI-driven, developers building those applications will need the right tools for creating experiences from these applications. This is why InterSystems is excited to announce the addition of vector search to the IRIS data platform.

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HHS releases newest list of inflation-capped Part B drugs

Fierce Healthcare

It's Groundhog Day for Medicare Part B drug manufacturers. | Now a quarterly tradition, HHS revealed its latest list of 41 drugs to be capped by inflation.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

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

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State extends 500+ loans due to Change cyberattack

Becker's Health IT

The Maryland Department of Health has dispensed more than 500 loans to healthcare providers affected by the Change Healthcare cyberattack, WYPR reported.

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Tennr Raises $18M to Fix Fax Problem in Healthcare with AI

HIT Consultant

Co-Founders Trey Holterman (CEO), Diego Baugh (CPO), Tyler Johnson (CTO) (Left to Right) What You Should Know: – Tennr , a New York-based company that automates the messy, painful, manual work holding healthcare organizations back from seeing more patients, increasing revenue, and growing their business raises $18M in Series A funding led by a16z.

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Ascension divesting 3 Michigan hospitals to MyMichigan Health

Fierce Healthcare

Ascension has a definitive agreement in place to offload three Northern Michigan hospitals and other facilities to MyMichigan Health. | The large Catholic nonprofit system's selloff, set to close in the summer, follows last year's deal to hand management of eight other Michigan hospitals to Henry Ford Health under a joint venture arrangement.

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Is ‘Float Pool’ Nursing the Way Out of the Staffing Shortage?

HIT Consultant

Becky Kahn, Chief Client Officer at Works & Trusted Health It’s no secret that health systems across the U.S. continue to struggle with the nurse shortage despite concerted efforts from federal officials to grow the workforce. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services projected that the demand for registered nurses would hit more than 3.6 million by the year 2030 – meaning that the field would have needed to add nearly 50,000 new registered nurses ea

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.