Tue.Dec 12, 2023

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House passes bill targeting price transparency, site-neutral payments, PBMs

Healthcare Dive

Hospitals have lobbied against the site-neutral payment policies included in the bipartisan legislation.

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The intersection of telehealth and AI: How can they reinforce each other?

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Telemedicine took a huge leap forward during the pandemic as more providers and patients embraced remote delivery of healthcare services. Today, artificial intelligence-powered telemedicine tools that remotely diagnose patients and route them to the proper care setting have begun popping up; they are designed to increase access to healthcare services and assist providers in making informed decisions, ensuring timely and appropriate care.

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TEFCA goes live in ‘Big Bang’ for health data exchange

Healthcare Dive

Five Qualified Health Information Networks, or QHINs, completed the onboarding process and are ready for data exchange, with more companies in the pipeline.

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The Case for Procurement Transparency

Bill of Health

By Tara Davis and Nicola Soekoe In January 2021, the Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO) observed that the world was on the brink of a “catastrophic moral failure” if wealthier nations did not ensure the equitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. Global health activists and civil society organizations who worked transnationally to curtail what came to be referred to as “vaccine apartheid” faced a pharmaceutical industry that globally relied on secrecy, capital-f

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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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Kaiser Permanente, Novant Health to cut IT jobs

Healthcare Dive

The nonprofit systems are the latest to cut IT jobs this year as they navigate thin operating margins fueled by inflation and prolonged staffing shortages.

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Health costs grew in line with overall inflation in 2023, new Turquoise data shows

Healthcare Dive

The findings — some of the first from new price transparency data — illustrate how overall economic inflation could be catching up to faster health cost growth.

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DMA results show only 10-30% of trusts with an EPR have key functionality

Digital Health News

Results from the Digital Maturity Assessment have shown that only 10-30% of the 90% of NHS trusts with an electronic patient record have key functionality.

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Massachusetts providers, payers axing mental health, prior drug use credentialing questions

Fierce Healthcare

Massachusetts healthcare organizations announced this week that every hospital, health system and local health plan in the state is removing “stigmatizing or invasive” mental health questions from | In a nationwide first, every hospital, health system and local health plan in the state has signed on to removing sensitive mental health questions from physician credentialing processes that advocates say inhibit their ability to seek help.

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ? 

Digital Health News

Today's briefing includes an announcement of a leadership transition at Imprivata and news of an AI-enabled stethoscope to monitor asthma at home

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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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Practice Better launches AI tool to transcribe sessions, give time back to practitioners

Fierce Healthcare

Practice Better, an all-in-one practice management software platform, has launched its take on an artificial intelligence charting assistant. | The AI tool is intended to give practitioners back critical face time with patients and securely records, transcribes and summarizes client sessions in a practitioner’s charting workflow.

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RSNA Panel Emphasizes Link Between Radiology and Quadruple Aim

Healthcare IT Today

A panel of radiology experts at RSNA23 put the spotlight on the important role radiology plays in achieving the quadruple aim. The panelists unanimously agreed that radiologists have a significant impact on a patient’s care journey and population health. At the 2023 RSNA Conference in Chicago, PocketHealth hosted a lunch and learn event on Day 1. This special event featured a panel of radiology and data sharing experts: Rishi Nayyar – Co-Founder & CEO at PocketHealth (moderator) Aimee

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Somerset Integrated Digital eRecord integrates with Better Meds ePMA

Digital Health News

Better Meds' ePMA has been integrated with the Somerset Integrated Digital eRecord to help improve patient safety and their experience of the NHS.

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Bertelsmann Investments Invests €5 Million in Doccla’s European Expansion

Healthcare IT Today

Europe’s Virtual Hospital Raises Fresh Funds to Accelerate European Expansion, with Focus on Germany Leading virtual ward technology provider Doccla has received a strategic investment of €5 million Euro from Bertelsmann Investments , the global venture capital arm of Bertelsmann Corporation. The funding (received in the form of a convertible loan) will be deployed for Doccla’s European expansion – with a focus on Germany, which Doccla views as a priority market during the next phase of th

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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.

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TEFCA goes live in 'Big Bang' for nationwide health data sharing

Fierce Healthcare

Seven years in the making, a nationwide network to exchange patient data called the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement is now operational, marking a critical step in establishing unive | Seven years in the making, a nationwide network to exchange patient data called the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement is now operational, marking a critical step in establishing universal connectivity across providers.

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Optimizing the Patient Experience Throughout the Care Journey

HealthIT Answers

By Ryne Natzke - As the patient experience in healthcare evolves to mirror that of retail industries, it has become more essential for providers to provide patients with engaging and convenient tools throughout the care journey. For example, providers should take steps to ensure patients have clarity about every aspect of their care, including. The post Optimizing the Patient Experience Throughout the Care Journey appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Most healthcare provider leaders are eying the door—and many have already heard offers, survey finds

Fierce Healthcare

Healthcare leadership may be more optimistic going into 2024 than the year prior, but more than three in five say they're hoping for greener pastures within the next 12 months, according to a new s | A new poll of provider organization leadership found that 62% are planning a job change within the next 12 months. Nearly four in five say they've been propositioned within the past six months.

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Redefining Chronic Kidney Disease Management with Remote Patient Monitoring

HIT Consultant

Lucienne Marie Ide, M.D., PH.D., Founder & CEO of Rimidi Chronic kidney disease may be one of the biggest killers of American adults, but individuals affected may not even know it. Today, more than 37 million people – 15% of the population – have chronic kidney disease, which is the ninth leading cause of death. But, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as many as 90% of these individuals are unaware they have this disease.

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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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NHS and council financial struggles stifling digital inclusion in healthcare

Digital Health News

Head of 100% Digital Leeds Jason Tutin says digital inclusion is not pushed around the country like in Leeds due to council and NHS financial struggles.

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Optum Rx rolls out new weight management program

Fierce Healthcare

Optum Rx is launching a new weight management program aimed at improving outcomes and addressing affordability. | Optum Rx is launching a new weight management program aimed at improving outcomes and addressing affordability.

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South Tees Hospital extends EPR contract with Alcidion

Digital Health News

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has extended its contract with Alcidion for its Miya Precision EPR, allowing for new modules to be deployed.

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Noom announces three new hires to its executive team

Mobi Health News

The company appointed a new chief financial officer, general counsel and chief technology officer.

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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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Conformance with standards is essential to futureproof procurements and support interoperability

Digital Health News

If we want to deliver an effective, connected health and care system we must get the basics right - and that means adopting standards consistently. By Lorraine Foley from the Professional Record Standards Body.

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Health costs have grown steadily with inflation: report

Fierce Healthcare

On the heels of price transparency legislation gaining momentum in Congress, software platform Turquoise Health today revealed data showing health costs did not grow faster than the rate of inflati | Healthcare costs, perhaps surprisingly, have not exceeded the rate of inflation. But the payer reimbursement rate to providers for certain services can still vary greatly, price transparency data shows.

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ? 

Digital Health News

Today's briefing includes an announcement of a leadership transition at Imprivata and news of an AI-enabled stethoscope to monitor asthma at home

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Illinois hospital reports data breach

Becker's Health IT

Morrison Community Hospital reported a data breach affecting 122,488 patients. An unauthorized party accessed the hospital's network on Sept. 24.

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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.