Bill of Health
DECEMBER 5, 2024
by Vincent Joralemon Pharmaceutical advertisers want health data so that they can effectively tailor the $18 billion spent annually on drug pitches to those audiences most likely to buy these products. However, a recent privacy law out of Washington State may force substantial changes in the field—potentially exposing a huge number of companies to liability and enforcement actions.
Fierce Healthcare
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Pregnant women in Washington, D.C., without reliable access to transportation have been cashing in on a private, complimentary car ride to their many perinatal and postnatal appointments | With free Lyft rides, Babyscripts helped transportation-insecure women attend more perinatal and postnatal appointments. Clinical evidence shows when women attend more visits during their pregnancies, outcomes drastically improve.
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Health Populi
DECEMBER 5, 2024
As a long-time fan and customer of IKEA, I receive daily Google Alerts about the company, from business finances to design trends. When I read this piece on IKEA’s work on a home designed for people who were homeless , I paid special attention to learn about the concept of trauma-informed design. Thanks to the publication Retail TouchPoints and the author of the story, Adan Blair, for covering this project.
HIT Consultant
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Ali Morin, Chief Nursing Informatics Officer at symplr As technological innovations, AI and challenges in healthcare continue to grow, it’s imperative for healthcare leaders – especially clinical ones – to be digitally competent and step into the forefront of change with skills and expertise to support a better future. Not only do they need to be efficient in use of existing technology to streamline operations and support frontline workers, but they also need to be open to new technologies in th
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!
Healthcare Dive
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Brian Thompson’s death on Wednesday set off a flood of darkly celebratory social media posts offset by solemn remembrances from his peers and other healthcare leaders.
HIT Consultant
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Pravin Tiwari, Executive Vice President and Business Unit Head, FPT Software The promise of AI is greater efficiency in solving complex problems. But with that promise comes the responsibility of understanding and applying governance, ethical, and reliability principles. Therefore, developing a responsible approach to developing and deploying artificial intelligence (AI) in a safe, trustworthy, and ethical fashion is essential.
Health Care Compliance Brief brings together the best content for health law & compliance professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
HIT Consultant
DECEMBER 5, 2024
What You Should Know: – Prenuvo , a provider of proactive whole-body MRI scans, has presented groundbreaking research at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 2024 Annual Meeting, revealing a significant link between Type 2 diabetes and brain volume loss. – The new study highlights the potential of whole-body MRI screening to uncover the hidden impacts of chronic conditions on brain health.
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 5, 2024
We’re back to share part 2 of our deep dive interview with Brendan Keeler, Interoperability Practice Lead at HTD Health and prolifc health IT writer on his substack healthapiguy.substack.com. In case you missed part 1 of our interview with Brendan, be sure to learn about the Epic Culture and the start of our healthcare interoperability discussion.
HealthIT Answers
DECEMBER 5, 2024
By Pete Heydt - When half of rural hospitals are operating in the red and 418 are vulnerable to closure, the data alone are a call to action for new approaches to capturing revenue. Turning up the focus on patient financial engagement in ways that meet consumers where they are is one essential step. The post How the Right Financial Strategy Can Stop the Erosion of Rural Hospitals appeared first on Health IT Answers.
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 5, 2024
From AI scribes to mobile access to advanced data analytics, Neighborhood Health is pushing the envelop as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). By leveraging technology in innovative ways, they are serving their growing community in a more efficient and caring manner while increasing access at the same time. At the 2024 NextGen Healthcare’s User Group Meeting (#NextGenUGM24 ) Neighborhood Health’s CIO Tony Villanueva and NextGen Healthcare ’s Chief Medical Officer Dr.
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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.
Healthcare Dive
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The deployment is one of Abridge’s largest health system partnerships, said CEO Shiv Rao. The product will be available to 4,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers.
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The following is a guest article by BreAnne Buehl, Head of Healthcare & Life Sciences at VMware Cloud Foundation by Broadcom Healthcare is one of our most complex, heavily regulated industries, so it’s no surprise that its adoption of AI is complicated and wildly variable. Despite significant obstacles, including data security, data governance, and the high costs of scaling AI in a compliant way, healthcare’s adoption of AI is outpacing other industries.
HIT Consultant
DECEMBER 5, 2024
What You Should Know: – Corewell Health ™ has chosen Abridge as its enterprise-wide AI platform for clinical documentation to deliver a better patient experience and increase clinician satisfaction. During a 90-day pilot, Corewell Health’s enterprise team partnered with Abridge’s customer teams to implement the technology and saw a significant impact. – During a 90-day pilot, Corewell Health’s enterprise team partnered with Abridge’s customer teams to implement the technology and saw
Fierce Healthcare
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Two years ago, Bain and Company forecasted ma | Nontraditional providers will account for about one-third of the primary care market in 2030, according to Bain and Company. Payer-owned primary care, population-focused models and advanced primary care providers are all poised for growth.
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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
DECEMBER 5, 2024
What You Should Know: – Hinge Health announced a new collaboration with Amazon Health Services to feature Hinge Health’s leading musculoskeletal (MSK) care platform on Amazon.com. Hinge Health is the first digital MSK platform to join Amazon Health Services’ offering that aims to help people discover and enroll in digital health programs available through their employer or health plan at no additional cost. – Approximately 40% of adults in the US suffer from a MSK condition, includ
Fierce Healthcare
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Amazon has added digital musculoskeletal care company Hinge Health to its health conditions program, a service it rolled out in January to help connect customers with virtual care benefits. | Amazon has added digital musculoskeletal care company Hinge Health to its health conditions program, a service it rolled out in January to help connect customers with virtual care benefits.
Digital Health News
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Staff working for NHS pathology provider Synnovis have announced plans to strike for five days, following a major cyber attack in June 2024.
HealthIT Answers
DECEMBER 5, 2024
NOW on Demand FINN Voices episode with host Beth Friedman and Dave Wiedman, Chief Commercial Officer at Vizzia Technologies. Their conversation focuses on the challenges and opportunities faced by nursing professionals when trying to find, manage and use patient equipment on the unit. The post Addressing Nurse Burnout, Satisfaction and Safety with Location Technologies appeared first on Health IT Answers.
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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.
Compliancy Group
DECEMBER 5, 2024
In late November of 2024, the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced that it had entered into a Resolution Agreement (settlement) with Holy Redeemer Family Medicine, over the latter’s having impermissibly disclosed a patient’s protected health information (PHI) to a prospective employer without first obtaining a valid HIPAA authorization.
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Individuals can check whether the musculoskeletal platform is covered via their employer or health plan on Amazon's platform - and, if eligible, connect with Hinge's care team.
Digital Health News
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Ming Tang, chief data and analytics officer for NHS England, will deliver a keynote at Digital Health Rewired 2025.
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The aim is to embed Instacart's SNAP screener into MHN's care management platform to help patients gain access to healthy food.
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.
Digital Health News
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Today's news roundup includes a European Union project aimed at accelerating digital health adoption across the North Sea region.
Becker's Health IT
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Charlotte, N.C.-based Atrium Health reported that 585,959 patients were involved in a data breach stemming from the use of technology that may have transmitted their information to Big Tech companies.
HIT Consultant
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Frank Forte, CEO at EnableComp What You Should Know: – EnableComp , a provider of technology-driven solutions for healthcare revenue cycle management, has announced the appointment of Frank Forte as its new CEO. – Forte brings extensive experience in healthcare technology and revenue cycle leadership to this role, where he will spearhead the company’s growth and innovation strategy.
HealthIT Answers
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Business and financial news from Waystar, Healthmark Industries, Infinx, Ibex Medical Analytics, KeyCare, Talkdesk, HealthArc, symplr, Lightbeam Health Solutions, DocGo, TimelyCare, Supreme Group, Amendola Communications, Knack Global, PointClickCare, and more. The post Health IT Business News, Financial Edition – December 5, 2024 appeared first on Health IT Answers.
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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.
HIT Consultant
DECEMBER 5, 2024
What You Should Know: – Aya Healthcare , a provider of healthcare staffing solutions, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Cross Country Healthcare for approximately $615M. – The strategic acquisition will combine two of the largest healthcare staffing companies, creating a comprehensive workforce solutions provider with a nationwide reach.
Becker's Health IT
DECEMBER 5, 2024
State College, Pa.-based Mount Nittany Health has agreed to pay $1.8 million in a proposed settlement following a lawsuit alleging the health system used tracking software to share private patient information with tech companies for marketing purposes, WJAC reported Dec. 3.
HIT Consultant
DECEMBER 5, 2024
What You Should Know: – Greenway Health, a provider of health information technology services, has joined the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner Network (APN). – The strategic collaboration will enable Greenway to leverage AWS’s cloud infrastructure and expertise to further advance healthcare technology and deliver innovative solutions to healthcare providers.
Becker's Health IT
DECEMBER 5, 2024
"Federal judge dismisses class-action lawsuit against CommonSpirit Health over 2022 cyberattack, citing lack of standing. 623,000 individuals affected.
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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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