HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Andy Flanagan, CEO at Iris Telehealth Virtual healthcare has experienced a remarkable surge in recent years, with over 116 million users worldwide engaging in online doctor consultations in 2024 — a dramatic leap from just 57 million in 2019. This exponential growth underlines the increasing accessibility and potential of telehealth solutions, particularly in behavioral health.
Healthcare It News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Korea to develop AI-driven regional smart emergency platforms The South Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) has announced seven more projects under the Korean Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) initiative. These include two AI-based emergency systems – one is a regional emergency system for patient classification and transfer and the other is a multi-institutional, real-time critical patient transfer management system.
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Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 25, 2024
The following is a guest article by Mike Crouse, Director of Insider Risk at Everfox Ransomware attacks on the healthcare sector continue to grow, with incidents nearly doubling from 2022 to 2023—a concerning figure considering their potential to leave patients in life-or-death situations. The recent ransomware attack on OneBlood , a blood center that serves hundreds of hospitals in the south, is just the latest example of a cyberattack having a real-world impact.
American Medical Compliance
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Compliance isn’t just a box to check—it’s a vital responsibility that safeguards patient well-being and protects organizations from significant financial losses. Shockingly, over $54 billion is stolen each year through scams targeting patients and insurance companies with fraudulent medical charges, according to the NHCAA. This staggering figure highlights the importance of staying vigilant.
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
OCTOBER 25, 2024
MultiPlan, which denies the allegations, has been sued dozens of times over concerns the company is conspiring with health insurers to underpay doctors for out-of-network care.
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 25, 2024
What You Should Know: – Osigu , an AI-powered platform for healthcare claims and revenue management in Latin America and the Caribbean, has raised $25 million in Series B funding led by IDC Ventures , with strategic participation from Visa. – Visa’s strategic investment and partnership will drive the development of real-time payment solutions for healthcare providers.
Health Care Compliance Brief brings together the best content for health law & compliance professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 25, 2024
What You Should Know: – Gradient Health , a leading provider of medical imaging data for AI development, has acquired DataAppraisal , a healthcare AI company specializing in unlocking the value of anonymized data from health systems worldwide. – The strategic acquisition will significantly expand Gradient Health’s ability to provide medical AI developers with access to a vast and diverse collection of de-identified medical imaging studies, including datasets from underserved ru
Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 25, 2024
The MedTech Conference brings together leaders and innovators from the medical device, diagnostics, imaging and digital technology space. The conference is hosted by the Advanced Medical Technology Association ( AdvaMed ), the medtech association that leads the effort to advance medical technology to achieve healthier lives and healthier economies around the world.
Healthcare Dive
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Home health is already a lucrative market, and Providence expects demand for services to only grow as patients age, according to CFO Greg Hoffman.
Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Bluesight , the leading provider of Medication Intelligence solutions for health systems and hospital pharmacies, announced the acquisition of Sectyr , a top-tier compliance and audit management platform. This acquisition expands Bluesight’s portfolio to include robust 340B audit and compliance tools in response to growing demand from its customers.
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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.
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 25, 2024
UnitedHealth Group has officially disclosed that 100 million people were affected by the massive cyberattack on Change Healthcare earlier this year. | UnitedHealth Group has officially disclosed that 100 million people were affected by the massive cyberattack on Change Healthcare earlier this year.
HealthIT Answers
OCTOBER 25, 2024
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Throughout the month we have been spotlighting cybersecurity in healthcare. We continue with healthcare cybersecurity reports and surveys from HIMSS, CISA, HIPAA Journal and NCC Group. The post Healthcare Cybersecurity Reports and Surveys appeared first on Health IT Answers.
Digital Health News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
The NHS in England is to trial an AI tool that can predict patients’ risk of heart disease and early death using an electrocardiogram (ECG).
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 25, 2024
HCA Healthcare took a $50 million financial hit in the third quarter due to the impacts of the back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton, which slammed facilities in North Carolina, Georgia and Flo | HCA Healthcare took a $50 million financial hit in the third quarter due to the impacts of the back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton, which slammed facilities in North Carolina, Georgia and Florida.
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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.
Digital Health News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
The Scottish government said that its Digital Front Door "goes beyond" the NHS App because it includes access to health and social care data.
Becker's Health IT
OCTOBER 25, 2024
"Learn how healthcare organizations are investing in technology and partnerships to prevent cyber attacks, but still face significant risks due to human error.
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Shares in Centene were up premarket Friday after the company beat Wall Street analysts' expectations on both profit and revenue for the third quarter. | Shares in Centene were up premarket Friday after the company beat Wall Street analysts' expectations on both profit and revenue for the third quarter.
Mobi Health News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Through the collaboration, adult men will now have access to Tolmar's testosterone replacement therapy, Jatenzo, via UpScriptHealth's telehealth platform.
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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
OCTOBER 25, 2024
John Zimmerer, VP of Vertical Marketing, Healthcare at Smart Communications Generation Z has never known a world without pervasive digital technology. From smartphones and social media to instant messaging and online shopping, technology has been a constant in their lives, with Gen Zers spending an average of 6 hours and 5 minutes on their phone daily.
Mobi Health News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
The employer-focused hybrid care provider will use the funds to scale its operations and expand access to its preventative care model.
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. | Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. Please submit the good news—or the bad—from your shop, and we will feature it here at the end of each week.
Mobi Health News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Also, Dozee has unveiled a new RPM solution targeting non-resident Indians and their elderly.
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.
Becker's Health IT
OCTOBER 25, 2024
"Riverview Health's protected health information compromised in social engineering attack. No financial data exposed. Patients being notified.
Mobi Health News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
The company will use the funds to scale its operations and further develop its technology, aiming to establish gait monitoring as a mainstream tool.
Becker's Health IT
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Henry Ford Health agrees to $700,000 settlement over data breach lawsuit after 2023 cyberattack compromising information of 168,000 patients.
Mobi Health News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
The alliance aims to improve the possibility of long-term effective donor recipient matching by adding haplotyping.
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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.
Becker's Health IT
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Lubbock, Texas-based UMC Health System's emergency centers are no longer on diversion following a cyberattack on the organization that occurred on Sept. 26.
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 25, 2024
What You Should Know: – WellSky , a provider of health and community care technology solutions, has acquired Bonafide , a prominent enterprise software solution for durable medical equipment (DME) and home medical equipment (HME) companies. – By integrating Bonafide’s technology and expertise, WellSky is providing DME/HME providers with the tools they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.
Dot Compliance
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Risk management is a systematic process of identifying, assessing, and controlling potential hazards and their associated risks. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is essential to ensure product quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. By integrating risk management principles into the CAPA process, organizations can enhance their overall quality management system.
Compliancy Group
OCTOBER 25, 2024
If your healthcare organization relies on Medicare and other federal benefits, your worst fear may be ending up on the system for award management exclusion list. A non-compliance incident on your record can bar you from federal funds that enable you to provide essential medical care. Also, hiring an employee or vendor who appears on the exclusion list can open your entity to criminal penalties.
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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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