Healthcare It News
JANUARY 21, 2025
As the healthcare industry faces growing patient demand , artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are giving hospitals and health systems the opportunity to rethink how they deliver care. However, many organizations struggle with where and how to deploy these technologies. “AI is not a hammer looking for a nail,” emphasized Dave Henriksen, Head of Value Based Care at Notable.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JANUARY 21, 2025
Chase County Community Hospital has faced a number of challenges similar to those confronted by many other rural health systems. Chief among them was a growing shortage of physicians, a problem projected to worsen in the coming years. THE CHALLENGE Chase is a 15-bed critical access hospital in Imperial, Nebraska. Like many rural healthcare organizations, the facility relies heavily on advanced practice providers – nurse practitioners and physician associates.
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Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 21, 2025
The following is a guest article by Joseph M. Saunders, Founder and CEO at RunSafe Security Modern healthcare settings are full of devices that use software to manage and improve patient care, from MRI machines to CT scanners to infusion pumps. Healthcare providers rely on medical device manufacturers to deliver secure and effective software upfront, but securing software once these devices are already in the field is another challenge altogether.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JANUARY 21, 2025
For veterans that have had an in-person visit with Veterans Affairs' providers, the Drug Enforcement Administration is extending those provider-patient relationships to all VA practitioners engaging in telemedicine with the patient, DEA said in a statement Friday. Jointly released with the Department of Justice, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and the Department of Health and Human Services, the new final rule says VA telehealth prescribers do not have to take p
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 IT Today
JANUARY 21, 2025
Cofactor AI is Leveling the Playing Field in the AI Arms Race Between Payers and Providers Hospitals across the country are facing an ever-increasing onslaught of claims denials from insurance companies, with denials up 20.2% in 2023, according to the American Hospital Association. These denials triggered by AI and often error-prone cost hospitals $20 billion a year in administrative bloat and reduce patients access to quality care.
Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 21, 2025
Walgreens countersued the government the same day. Analysts said a settlement is likely.
Health Care Compliance Brief brings together the best content for health law & compliance professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 21, 2025
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security lifted the practice of avoiding immigration enforcement at hospitals. Some advocates say the new policy could deter immigrants from seeking medical care.
KFF
JANUARY 21, 2025
This policy watch provides a short overview of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), describing its history, budget, organizational structure and its major programs and responsibilities.
Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 21, 2025
AI transforms medical data migration: faster, smarter and ready for the future of healthcare.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 21, 2025
What You Should Know: – SimonMed Imaging , a provider of outpatient medical imaging services in the United States, today announced the nationwide launch of its AI-enabled Personalized Breast Cancer Detection (PBCD) program. – The program offers women a more comprehensive and personalized approach to breast cancer screening, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
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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 IT Today
JANUARY 21, 2025
Will 2025 be the year that AI-hype turns into AI-realism in healthcare? While many companies rush headlong into AI, NextGen Healthcare (NextGen) has taken a more thoughtful approachfocusing on practical tools like Ambient Assist that are already saving clinicians hours each day. Here’s how. NextGen CEO David Sides, recently sat down for an exclusive interview with Healthcare IT Today.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 21, 2025
Dr. Heather Bassett, Chief Medical Officer withXsolis Ashealthcareorganizations explore the potential of AI , they face a complex challenge: balancing innovation with caution. While some embraceAIas a solution to numerous problems, others remain concerned about its risks, particularly in high-stakes areas like patient care. How willhealthcareleaders navigate this tension in2025?
Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 21, 2025
Industry-Changing Deal Forms the Largest Independent Teleradiology Provider in the U.S. ONRAD Inc. , a leading radiology services company delivering remote teleradiology final-read impressions across all healthcare settings and full-service radiology solutions for hospitals, announced today the acquisition of teleradiology group Direct Radiology from Royal Philips , a global leader in health technology.
HealthIT Answers
JANUARY 21, 2025
By Zac Amos - The conditions of American health care have developed many positive and negative associations. The opioid problem is one of the most pressing crises in the nation, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Artificial intelligence could be an unexpected hero in the next era of this fight. The post How AI Can Help Combat the Opioid Crisis appeared first on Health IT Answers.
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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
JANUARY 21, 2025
Simon Johns, Director, Medical Information and Marketed Product Safety at IQVIA The demand for accurate and timely medical information has never been greater. As healthcare providers and patients navigate an increasingly complex landscape of therapies and treatments, the need for accessible and reliable MI is critical to delivering quality care. Organizations are moving away from traditional call centers and embracing artificial intelligence-enhanced digital solutions to meet these growing deman
Digital Health News
JANUARY 21, 2025
Today's coffee briefing covers the EU's healthcare cyber security action plan and the UK's approval of new digital hearing aids.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 21, 2025
What You Should Know: – MultiCare Health System , a large healthcare network in Tacoma, Washington, has partnered with IllumiCare to integrate its clinical decision support (CDS) solution directly into its Epic electronic health record (EHR) system. – The integration provides clinicians with real-time recommendations at the point of care, helping them make more informed decisions about medications, lab tests, and imaging studies.
HealthIT Answers
JANUARY 21, 2025
Latest announcements made from companies and organizations on hiring include Traditions Health, HHAeXchange, Caregility, Eko Health, Qure.ai, Mendaera, Supreme Group, Circadian Health, symplr, Ingenovis Health, Holista, Intrepid Ascent, H1, EHR Association, TruBridge, & Humana. The post Health IT Appointments & Hires 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.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 21, 2025
What You Should Know: – Denver Health , an integrated health system and Colorado’s primary safety-net provider has partnered with Nabla , an ambient AI technology for healthcare, to deploy its AI-powered assistant across its network of hospitals and clinics. – The collaboration marks a significant milestone for both organizations, demonstrating the potential of AI to address critical challenges in healthcare delivery, particularly for underserved populations. 8-Week Pilot Progr
MedTrainer
JANUARY 21, 2025
Todays healthcare organizations face mounting pressures to keep impeccable compliance records while managing increasingly complex operations. One critical aspect is exclusion screening , which includes regularly checking the Office of Inspector General (OIG) List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE) as well as various state exclusion databases to ensure your employees and vendors haven’t been barred from participating in federal healthcare programs.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 21, 2025
What You Should Know: – Oshi Health , a national multidisciplinary gastroenterology (GI) medical practice raises $60M in Series C funding round from investors American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) , the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) GI Opportunity Fund , and a group of prominent practicing physicians. – This latest funding round builds on the ACG and AGA’s prior investment in Oshi Health in 2023 and highlights the growing recognition of the need for more a
HealthIT Answers
JANUARY 21, 2025
NOW on-demand, Value-Based Care Insights where host Daniel J. Marino his guests dive into the key challenges and opportunities defining healthcare trends this past year through three captivating Value-Based Care Insights episodes. The post 2024 Healthcare Highlights: Advancing Care Delivery and Outcomes appeared first on Health IT Answers.
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.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 21, 2025
What You Should Know: – HealthLynked Corp. (OTCQB: HLYK), a healthcare technology innovator announced the launch of ARi, an AI-driven personal healthcare assistant. – ARi redefines patient engagement and empowers personalized care by transforming how patients interact with and manage their health information. Personalized Health Advice Built on an advanced AI platform, ARi brings HealthLynked’s vision of smarter, patient-centered healthcare to life.
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 21, 2025
Fierce Healthcare is tracking workforce changes across healthcare in 2025. Stick with this tracker for the latest updates, and reach out to the team with any layoff news. | Stick with this tracker for the latest layoff and workforce updates from across healthcare.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 21, 2025
What You Should Know : – Innovaccer , a healthcare AI company, announced the acquisition of Humbi AI , a specialized healthcare actuarial software, services, and analytics company.Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed. – The transaction marks Innovaccer’s third acquisition in recent years, following Cured and Pharmacy Quality Solutions (PQS) in 2024, further solidifying the company’s commitment to driving advanced healthcare transformation.
Digital Health News
JANUARY 21, 2025
A TBI report shows that most members of the UK public who are dissatisfied with the NHS believe that technology could improve it.
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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
JANUARY 21, 2025
What You Should Know: – Iris Telehealth , a leading provider of telepsychiatry services, announced the acquisition of innovaTel , a division of Quartet Health renowned for its expertise in treating complex mental health conditions. Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed. – The acquisition positions Iris Telehealth as one of the largest telepsychiatry companies in the nation, with a combined network of experienced clinicians and a comprehensive suite of services.
Digital Health News
JANUARY 21, 2025
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust and Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust have signed a contract with Epic for an EPR.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 21, 2025
What You Should Know: – SandboxAQ , a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Google Cloud to integrate and optimize its platform of Large Quantitative Models (LQMs) on Google Cloud. – The collaboration will leverage Google Cloud’s robust infrastructure and advanced capabilities to enhance the performance and scalability of SandboxAQ’s AI solutions while making them more accessible to customers through Google Cloud Ma
Becker's Health IT
JANUARY 21, 2025
Moscow, Idaho.-based Gritman Medical Center is warning patients that fraudsters are calling pretending to be hospital employees to extract personal information.
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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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