Healthcare Dive

APRIL 24, 2024

The states' proposals, which resemble Medicare for All, need approval from the federal government and face pushback from major health systems and insurers.

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Healthcare It News

APRIL 24, 2024

New data shows how post-acute facilities understand patients' needs and can provide services that both improve outcomes and meet CMS' value-based care standards. Heidi Wold, chief population health officer at Longevity Health Plan, explains.

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Healthcare Dive

APRIL 24, 2024

Nashville is “the center of the industry we’re most concerned about, which is the healthcare industry,” Chairman and Chief Technology Officer Larry Ellison said Tuesday.

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Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 24, 2024

Walgreens is expanding its specialty pharmacy services to offer gene and cell therapy services, supported by a dedicated 18,000-square-foot center in Pittsburgh, the company announced Thursday. | Walgreens is expanding its specialty pharmacy services to offer gene and cell therapy services, supported by a dedicated 18,000-square-foot center in Pittsburgh, the company announced Thursday.

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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

APRIL 24, 2024

Because of the final rates for next year, Humana will have to enact “larger benefit reductions to achieve stable margins,” its CFO told investors.

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Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 24, 2024

The KLAS Research report on Global Patient Engagement 2024 found that healthcare organizations outside the US are investing in patient portals, digital front door experiences (self-scheduling and self check-in) and virtual care/patient monitoring. Healthcare IT Today sat down with Everton Santos, Vice President of International at KLAS Research to hear his insights on this report.

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Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 24, 2024

The following is a guest article by Raj Tumuluri, Founder and CEO at Openstream.ai As healthcare providers, you are acutely aware of the staggering mental health challenges facing our societies today. Depression, anxiety, PTSD, and suicidal ideation have reached pandemic levels, exacerbated by the relentless pace of modern life. From the general population to students in high-stress environments and frontline workers, a severe shortage of clinical personnel has created harrowing bottlenecks in a

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Mobi Health News

APRIL 24, 2024

The new offerings and content will help members taking GLP-1 medications maximize nutrient intake and access medication tracking, recipes and community forums.

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Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 24, 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: Medical Billing Manager – PrimeCare Managers Executive Director Memory Care Administrator – Lenity M

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Digital Health News

APRIL 24, 2024

As part of a wider digital transformation programme, The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust has deployed a new PAS from System C.

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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.

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Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 24, 2024

The Food & Drug Administration’s device center launched an initiative to promote at-home medical device development with a focus on health equity in at-home care. | Medical devices and other innovations that make acute and on-going at-home clinical management possible are receiving a boost in attention from FDA. The agency will use virtual reality to simulate patients' home environments for developers and policymakers.

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Mobi Health News

APRIL 24, 2024

The Series B funding round comes less than a year after the company closed a $25 million Series A round led by Google Ventures.

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HIPAA Journal

APRIL 24, 2024

The exploitation of vulnerabilities in software and operating systems is becoming far more common for initial access to networks, with phishing declining in prevalence, according to Mandiant’s M-Trends 2024 Report. Manidant, part of Google Cloud, is a leading provider of dynamic cyber defense, threat intelligence, and incident response services. The latest report is based on data from Mandiant Consulting investigations of targeted attack activity conducted between January 1, 2023, and December 3

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Mobi Health News

APRIL 24, 2024

Xaira's CEO, Dr. Marc Tessier-Lavigne, resigned as president of Stanford University last August due to controversy over inaccuracies discovered in his lab's scientific papers.

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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.

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Digital Health News

APRIL 24, 2024

A new collaboration between PCMIS Health Technologies and Dr Julian Medical Group is boosting access to mental health therapies.

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Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 24, 2024

Humana posted $741 million in profit for the first quarter, surpassing Wall Street analysts' predictions. | Humana posted $741 million in profit for the first quarter, surpassing Wall Street analysts' predictions.

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Becker's Health IT

APRIL 24, 2024

Cleveland Clinic's CEO said that cyberattacks pose a significant threat to health systems due to insufficient security measures across various departments and a shortage of IT personnel in hospitals, Ideastream Public Media reported April 23.

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HIT Consultant

APRIL 24, 2024

What You Should Know: – John Snow Labs , the AI for healthcare company announced the findings of the inaugural Generative AI in Healthcare Survey. Conducted by Gradient Flow , the research explores the trends, tools, and behaviors around generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) use among healthcare and life sciences practitioners. – Findings reveal a significant increase in GenAI budgets across the board, with one-fifth of all technical leaders witnessing a more than 300% budget gr

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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.

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Digital Health News

APRIL 24, 2024

Miya Precision from Alcidion has been implemented at Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust to smooth patient flow and bed management.

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HIT Consultant

APRIL 24, 2024

What You Should Know: – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced its Philips Zenition 30 mobile C-arm has received FDA 510(k) clearance, making image-guided surgical procedures available to more US patients at lower cost. – By giving surgeons greater flexibility, control, and personalization of C-arm movement and user settings, Zenition 30 reduces their dependency on support personnel, helping alleviate staff shortages that limit pat

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The Health Law Firm Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On January 25, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG) launched a multi-state coordinated law enforcement action to apprehend individuals engaged in a scheme to sell false and fraudulent nursing degree [.

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Mobi Health News

APRIL 24, 2024

Pediatric chronic care company Clarity Pediatrics also secured $10 million in seed funding and Los Angeles-based Handl Health brought in $2.5M.

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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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Symplr

APRIL 24, 2024

In healthcare, time can often feel like the scarcest resource, a luxury that's hard to come by. Few understand this better than nurses. In my 43 years as an oncology nurse and nurse leader, I've witnessed the profound impact that time, or lack thereof, can have on the nurse-patient relationship. The ability to sit bedside, listen deeply, and understand the fears and concerns of our patients strengthens their trust in us and enhances their care experience.

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Mobi Health News

APRIL 24, 2024

The health insurance company will expand its use of Cohere's prior authorization platform to include diagnostic imaging and sleep services.

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HIT Consultant

APRIL 24, 2024

What You Should Know: – Researchers at Cedars-Sinai have developed a new method using artificial intelligence (AI) to assess cardiovascular disease risk during a routine chest computed tomography (CT) scan without contrast dye. – The recent study published in Nature Communications , could significantly reduce the cost and invasiveness of identifying patients at risk for heart disease.

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Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 24, 2024

An estimated 17 million adults in the U.S. had long COVID as of March of this year. | This week on "Podnosis," we take a closer look at how a mobile clinic in Detroit is using free CT scans to learn more about long COVID.

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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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Symplr

APRIL 24, 2024

Every May, we celebrate National Nurses Day on May 6 in recognition and appreciation of all that nurses do. National Nurses Week 2024 follows from May 6-12, ending on the birthday of Florence Nightingale , widely considered the founder of modern nursing. In recent years, the American Nurses Association expanded Nurses Week to National Nurses Month because the impact nurses have on healthcare is unparalleled.

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Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 24, 2024

Summer Health, a pediatric telehealth messaging service launched just 18 months ago, picked up $11.65 million in series A funding to build out its technology platform. | Summer Health plans to double down on its distribution via consumer and employer channels to fill the gap in accessing pediatricians, and plans to add new service offerings for parents.

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HealthIT Answers

APRIL 24, 2024

This month's AI report includes news and updates from eClinicalWorks, Viz.ai, NICO Corp, ModMed, Medtronic, Greenway Health, Nabla, Innovaccer, Accolade, Inc., GE Healthcare, HubStar, Wolters Kluwer, Eko Health, DrFirst, Nextech, & more! The post AI in Healthcare News and Updates appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 24, 2024

WebMD Ignite is launching a new suite of tech tools it says will help payers turbocharge their clinical programs. | WebMD Ignite is launching a new suite of tech tools it says will help payers turbocharge their clinical programs.

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Advertiser: Celo

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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