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Investors ask UnitedHealth for answers about delayed, denied care

Healthcare Dive

On Wednesday, a faith-based group of investors requested UnitedHealth prepare a report looking into how its practices could be leading to “delay or abandonment of medical treatment and serious adverse events for patients.

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Modernizing Healthcare: How Innovation and Automation Will Shape 2025

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Grace Nam, Strategic Solutions Manager, Laserfiche. As the healthcare industry continues to grapple with the dual challenges of rising costs and evolving patient expectations, the urgency to modernize and automate has never been greater. […] The article Modernizing Healthcare: How Innovation and Automation Will Shape 2025 appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Prospect Medical Holdings files for bankruptcy

Healthcare Dive

Prospect is the second large health system with a history of private equity ownership to declare bankruptcy in the past year.

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Fierce Healthcare

As deadly fires continue to rage in Los Angeles, healthcare companies far and wide are stepping up to serve those affected. At least 24 people have died from the fires and dozens remain missing.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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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Former employee breaches EMR data from Summa Health

Becker's Health IT

A former employee of Akron, Ohio-based Summa Health inappropriately accessed patient records for a year.

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Fierce Healthcare

Though largely comprised of nurses, the walk-off that began Friday also includes physician associates and doctorsthe latter of which is a first for Oregon, per the Oregon Nurses Association.

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CBT-based app helps children self-manage anxiety through ‘quests’

Digital Health News

A CBT-based mobile game designed to help children self-manage anxiety is now available across Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

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Fierce Healthcare

A recent confluence of events marks the first time in decades that there's been indication of real, meaningful change to the system, writes Blue Shield of California's Matthew Gibbs.

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SuperDial Acquires MajorBoost, Enhancing AI-Powered Phone Automation

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – SuperDial , a provider of voice AI solutions for healthcare, announced the acquisition of MajorBoost , an innovator in AI-powered phone automation. – The strategic acquisition strengthens SuperDial’s capabilities in automated dialing, IVR navigation, and information collection, positioning the company to address the growing demand for automation in the healthcare industry.

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Fierce Healthcare

SCAN Group will make a strategic investment in Cresta, which has built a generative AI platform for contact centers, the insurer told Fierce Healthcare exclusively.

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

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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Carta Healthcare to Power Oncology Research and Clinical Trials with Acquisition of Realyze Intelligence, a UPMC Enterprises Company

Healthcare IT Today

Clinician-Trained AI Analyzes Electronic Records to Match Ideal Patients with Studies in Seconds Rather than Hours, Optimizing Research and Reducing Costs Carta Healthcare , which ignites healthcare improvement by unlocking the power of clinical data, expanded the strength and capabilities of its AI-powered platform with the acquisition of Realyze Intelligence.

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Fierce Healthcare

Rock Health's annual report outlines key trends in VC funding: a handful of large, more established players dominated healthcare innovation headlines, heavyweight investors drove sector dealmaking and digital health startups turned to M&A to build out their offerings.

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Menarini, Insilico Medicine deepen AI partnership with potential $550M deal

Mobi Health News

The partnership highlights the broader trend of AI-driven innovation in drug discovery and precision medicine.

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Fierce Healthcare

Artificial intelligence (AI) is at the top of the healthcare buzzword list this year. As we head into a new year with endless potential, its time to find out where the rubber hits the road. | AI is transforming healthcare billing, but how essential is human expertise? Find out how the two should work together in this article from Zelis.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

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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Cornerstone Robotics secures $70M for new surgical robotics products

Mobi Health News

The company will use the funds to increase research and development efforts to make robotics surgery more accessible.

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Fierce Healthcare

The AI task force will release a report on AI-powered ambient scribes and revenue cycle management tools in the first quarter. A goal of the report is to provide guidance to healthcare organizations on how to track the efficacy of the tools.

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Microsoft confirmed as Rewired 2025 co-headline sponsor

Digital Health News

Microsoft has been confirmed as the co-headline sponsor of Digital Health Rewired 2025, the UKs biggest and best digital health conference.

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Watch Sharing Health Data Virtual Event

HealthIT Answers

Our Sharing Health Data: Challenges to Solve Lessons to be Learned, virtual event is now on demand. Watch keynote from Micky Tripathi followed by 6 sessions. The post Watch Sharing Health Data Virtual Event appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

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?

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Suppliers doubled on Digital Capability for Health framework

Digital Health News

The Crown Commercial Service has included twice the number of suppliers in the latest version of its Digital Capability for Health framework.

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Augmedix Awarded Vizient Contract for Ambient AI Documentation Solutions

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Augmedix , a leader in ambient AI medical documentation and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Commure has secured a contract with Vizient , the nation’s largest provider-driven healthcare performance improvement company. – The agreement grants Vizient’s extensive network of healthcare providers access to Augmedix’s comprehensive suite of AI-powered documentation solutions.

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CMS 2026 Proposed Rules: Key Takeaways for Quality and Stars Managers

HealthIT Answers

By Courtney Breece - The Medicare landscape is poised for significant changes with the release of proposed rules from the CMS in November, set to impact contract year 2026, aimimg to reshape key elements of Medicare Advantage, Medicare Prescription Drug Programs, and other Medicare services. The post CMS 2026 Proposed Rules: Key Takeaways for Quality and Stars Managers appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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NVIDIA Collaborates with IQVIA, Illumina, and Mayo Clinic to Drive Drug Discovery

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – NVIDIA announced collaborations with key players like IQVIA , Illumina , Mayo Clinic , and Arc Institute to accelerate drug discovery, enhance genomic research, and pioneer advanced healthcare services using agentic and generative AI. – These strategic partnerships and technologies mark a significant step forward in the application of AI in healthcare.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

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

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Healthcare Regulations and Compliance – 2025 Health IT Predictions

Healthcare IT Today

As we wrap up another year and get ready for 2025 to begin, it is once again time for everyone’s favorite annual tradition of Health IT Predictions! We reached out to our incredible Healthcare IT Today Community to get their insights on what will happen in the coming year and boy did they deliver. We in fact got so many responses to our prompt this year, that we have had to narrow them down to just the best and most interesting.

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Nurses Rank Highest in Honesty and Ethics in Professions Far Above All Other Work Roles in America – The Gallup Annual Survey 2025

Jane Sarashon

While nursing has ranked top of U.S. professions for honesty and ethics for over a decade, U.S. adults speak even more assuredly in 2025 that nurses far outrank other professions in America. according to the latest Gallup Poll. The study summary report is titled, “Americans’ Ratings of U.S. Professions Stay Historically Low.” The data speak for itself — in 2025, the margin of people who put nurses on top of all other professions in America is much wider than in past years

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Fierce Healthcare

The pending purchase values Access Healthcare at roughly $2 billion, per Bloomberg, and builds on the private equity firm's recent revenue cycle management dealmaking.

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Peerbridge Health Launches Trial for Ambulatory ECG Wearables

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Peerbridge Health has announced the launch of its landmark COR-INSIGHT Trial, which will validate the screening and diagnostic capabilities of its Peerbridge Cor ambulatory ECG wearables. – The trial seeks to revolutionize cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary monitoring and screening by providing a seamless, non-invasive alternative to traditional diagnostic modalities.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

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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Fierce Healthcare

The annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference is officially underway, bringing the healthcare and biopharma industries' biggest wheelers and dealers to San Francisco.

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Q&A: Qventus announces $105M investment during JPM Healthcare Conference

Mobi Health News

Mudit Garg, CEO of Qventus, sat down with MobiHealthNews in San Francisco to discuss the company's $105 million funding round announced today.

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Fierce Healthcare

Healthcare data has become increasingly available in larger quantities and is stored across a multitude of cloud service providers. The Broad Institute will begin to use Manifolds AI platform to address this problem through the company's cloud agnostic architecture.

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Mayo Clinic Launches Digital Pathology Platform

HIT Consultant

Credit : Mayo Clinic What You Should Know: – Mayo Clinic launches Mayo Clinic Digital Pathology, a platform designed to leverage the power of its vast digital slide archive to transform pathology and accelerate medical advancements. – The initiative, powered by a collaboration with NVIDIA and Aignostics , aims to unlock the potential of digital pathology and drive innovation in diagnostics and treatment.

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

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.