Bill of Health

OCTOBER 29, 2024

by Spencer Andrews What makes a city livable? The answer, some say, is more “ third places ,” spaces distinct from one’s home (the first place) and one’s workplace (the second place). A third place, like a café, park, or library, fosters the sense of community and connection that makes a neighborhood great to live in. This imprecise yet uncomplicated framing effectively refocuses a complex set of social, economic, and urban design issues on a simple solution to the “livability” problem.

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Healthcare Dive

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Despite beating estimates for revenue, the health system lowered the upper end of its full year revenue outlook. Analysts said the revision was due in part to the sale of some hospitals.

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Healthcare It News

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Sponsor: Cisco Systems Primary topic: Patient Engagement Topic: Patient Engagement Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Sponsor: Cisco Systems Enterprise Taxonomy: Operations Business Short Headline: Better patient engagement, improved patient outcomes Region Tag: Global Edition Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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Healthcare Dive

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The for-profit giant affirmed its full-year revenue guidance, but executives said the ongoing impact of the storms would likely cause the operator to come in “on the lower half” of its range.

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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.

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Healthcare It News

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Sponsor: Stryker Primary topic: Patient Engagement Topic: Patient Engagement Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Enterprise Taxonomy: Operations Business Short Headline: Enhance patient and clinician wellbeing with “smart” technologies Region Tag: Global Edition Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The American Medical Association’s (AMA's) CPT Editorial Panel has removed the requirement for a patient to transmit 16 days’ worth of data for providers to bill remote physiologic monito | The American Medical Association's coding panel decided at its September meeting to eliminate the requirement for a provider to collect 16 days' worth of data from a connected device to bill the supply code.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Dugan Winkie, head of Commercial Strategy at Cedar, describes how virtual AI agent Anna offers consumers a safe space to ask questions and make payments.

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Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Walgreens is conducting another round of layoffs as the drugstore giant looks to significantly cut costs and improve its financial performance. It's the third round of cuts in 2024. | Walgreens is conducting another round of layoffs as the drugstore giant looks to significantly cut costs and turnaround its financial performance.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Colleen Hanlon, Ph.D. Vice President of Medical Affairs, BrainsWay As the baby boomer generation ages, the “silver tsunami” is contributing to a significant demographic shift. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the population of Americans over age 65 increased by 13 million between 2010 and 2020, marking the fastest growth rate since the late 19th century.

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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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Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Accountable care organizations saved Medicare $2.1 billion, the largest yearly savings in program history, in 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services revealed on Tuesday. | Accountable care organizations (ACOs) saved Medicare $2.1 billion, the largest yearly savings in program history, in 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) revealed Oct. 29.

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Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The platform is tailored to give drivers access to healthcare services, including weight loss management and smoking cessation treatments.

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Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Oracle Health plans to release a new electronic health record platform in 2025, the company announced Tuesday. | Oracle Health executive Seema Verma stressed that the next-gen EHR platform is not a "refurbished Cerner EHR." "You can’t bolt new innovation onto something built in the 1990s," she said.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 29, 2024

New Investor Oak HC/FT Leads Round to Address Soaring Demand from Consumers and Healthcare Buyers for the Nation’s First Digestive Health Virtual Center of Excellence Investment in Oshi Comes as Digestive Health Rises to Top Four Cost Driver for Employers, Affects More than 25% of all Americans, and is the #1 Reason for Avoidable ER Visits Oshi Health , a virtual gastrointestinal (GI) center of excellence, today announced that it has raised $60 million in Series C funding led by Oak HC/FT with p

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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.

Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The acquisition allows Medbridge to expand its AI-enabled body movement analysis offerings for rehabilitation patients.

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Digital Health News

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care System has selected a healthcare cyber security platform from Cynerio to strengthen its defences.

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Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Athenahealth will release a product that allows clinicians in the same practice to choose which AI ambient scribe they want to use and easily use it in their workflow. | Athenahealth partnered with Suki AI and iScribe to let clinicians choose their preferred scribe without locking them into a long-term contract.

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Digital Health News

OCTOBER 29, 2024

System C has announced the strategic acquisition of CIS Oncology, marking an expansion of System C's offerings in medicines management.

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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?

HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 29, 2024

What You Should Know: – Oracle Health is previewing its next-generation electronic health record (EHR) at the Oracle Health Summit, showcasing a system designed to leverage the power of AI and cloud computing to transform healthcare delivery. This innovative EHR is built from the ground up on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), offering enhanced security and a seamless user experience.

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Digital Health News

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The government has announced £1.5bn in capital funding for surgical hubs and scanners to deliver an extra 2 million NHS appointments a year.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Jon Kimerle, Global Healthcare Strategic Alliances, Pure Storage The possibilities of artificial intelligence , and more specifically generative AI (Gen AI) in healthcare are vast — streamlining administrative tasks, expediting patient diagnosis, and even helping with medical research. Right now they’re focused on point AI solutions producing real but limited impact on healthcare outcomes.

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Becker's Health IT

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Federal authorities warn of AI-enabled voice hacking group targeting healthcare. Learn about Scattered Spider's tactics and how to protect against them.

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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

HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 29, 2024

What You Should Know: – Lindus Health , a leading innovator in clinical trial solutions, has announced the launch of its “ All-in-One Women’s Health CRO ” offering. – The comprehensive suite of services and technology is specifically designed to support the unique needs of companies developing treatments and diagnostics for women’s health conditions.

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Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Navigating the healthcare system and understanding benefits are a major pain point for patients, especially as costs continue to rise. | Navigating the healthcare system and understanding benefits are a major pain point for patients, especially as costs continue to rise. With that backdrop, Aetna has rolled out SimplePay Health, a new alternative insurance plan that seeks to add simplicity and transparency to the member experience.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 29, 2024

What You Should Know: – Trucker’s Body Shop, a telehealth company led by doctors and founded by truckers for truckers, announced the launch of its comprehensive digital healthcare experience. -Specifically crafted for the trucking industry, Trucker’s Body Shop offers affordable healthcare solutions that are seamlessly integrated into the demanding schedules of America’s drivers.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The following is a guest article by Scott Ragsdale, Head of U.S. Healthcare Region at Nutanix Ransomware is a critical threat in today’s business landscape, and the effects of these attacks are especially detrimental for healthcare organizations. Despite advances in security, ransomware attacks have increased by an alarming 95 percent year-over-year.

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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.

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