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UnitedHealth stands up provider financial assistance after Change cyberattack

Healthcare Dive

Providers said the assistance isn’t enough to overcome the financial strain caused by the systems outage at Change Healthcare, which has lasted for nearly two weeks.

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WebMD acquires Healthwise to bolster patient engagement and growth

Healthcare It News

WebMD Health announced this past week that it acquired the operation assets of the Boise, Idaho-based Healthwise, a nonprofit that develops patient-engagement technology that integrates with care-management platforms through online patient portals, at the point of care or digitally. WHY IT MATTERS Under terms that were not disclosed, WebMD said that it purchased Healthwise's operating assets, including content, products, technology, client relationships and certain trademarks, and will incor

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In healthcare, build trust through innovation with generative AI

Healthcare Dive

Learn what to look for when selecting new technology that patients and healthcare workers, alike, can count on.

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Psychedelic Lobbying and Regulatory Capture

Bill of Health

By Vincent Joralemon Psychedelic companies and advocacy groups are spending substantial resources to influence regulatory policy, shaping what the blossoming field will ultimately cohere into. Although regulations are designed to protect the public interest , the rulemaking process is often dominated by lobbying from those with special interests in the fields meant to be regulated.

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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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Hospital price transparency compliance dips: report

Healthcare Dive

Lenient regulatory enforcement has led hospitals to disregard price transparency requirements, according to watchdog group Patient Rights Advocate.

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AlphV’s hit on Change Healthcare strikes a sour note for defenders

Healthcare Dive

The ransomware group didn’t just regroup quickly after a law enforcement takedown. It carried out the worst attack on U.S. infrastructure to date, according to experts.

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Mark Cuban says Cost Plus Drugs targeting generic meds in short supply as it opens manufacturing facility

Fierce Healthcare

Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs Company will begin manufacturing its own generic medications this week, starting with sterile injectables, founder and CEO Dr. | Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs Company will begin manufacturing its own generic medications this week, starting with sterile injectables, founder and CEO Dr. Alex Oshmyansky said Monday during a White House roundtable on lowering healthcare costs.

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Making AI Models in Healthcare Transparent One Bite at a Time – Regulatory Talk Series

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Nick Barger, PharmD, Vice President, Product at DrFirst. This article is the third in the Healthcare Regulatory Talk series. New data standards announced last December by the Office of the National Coordinator for Healthcare Technology (ONC) are an extraordinarily significant expansion of regulations around health IT and could hijack product roadmaps for years to come.

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Change's temporary funding program 'not even a Band-Aid,' AHA president says, as White House reportedly mulls financial relief

Fierce Healthcare

Change's temporary funding program 'not even a Band-Aid,' AHA president says, as White House reportedly mulls financial relief agliadkovskaya Mon, 03/04/2024 - 14:07

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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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ArteraAI’s Prostate Test Earns Recognition in NCCN Guidelines for Prostate Cancer

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: ArteraAI , a leader in artificial intelligence (AI)-powered cancer tests, today announced a significant achievement – the inclusion of their ArteraAI Prostate Test in the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Prostate Cancer. This marks a major milestone for ArteraAI, solidifying their position at the forefront of AI-driven oncology and personalized patient care.

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Congress reaches spending deal with doc pay bump, delayed DSH cuts and more

Fierce Healthcare

A bipartisan spending bill unveiled Sunday narrows some of this year’s cuts to physician Medicare pay, pushes back scheduled disproportionate share hospital (DSH) payment cuts and increases annual | A 1,050-page bill unveiled Sunday included several key lobbying focuses for providers but excludes other hot-button topics like potential pharmacy benefit manager and ghost network regulations "until December or longer.

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Change Healthcare's temporary funding program 'not even a Band-Aid,' AHA says

Becker's Health IT

The American Hospital Association called Change Healthcare's temporary funding program for providers affected by the cyberattack on the UnitedHealth Group subsidiary inadequate, while a U.S. Senate leader called for CMS to speed up payments to hospitals.

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Opioid use disorder treatment retention improves with insurance coverage: study

Fierce Healthcare

Insurance network coverage dramatically impacts whether a person remains in treatment for opioid use disorder, according to results shared by treatment provider Ophelia. | In-network insurance coverage goes a long way in making sure individuals continue opioid use disorder treatment, according to a study out of Health Affairs.

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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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Leading Payments Platform Receives Significant Growth Equity Investment from Questa Capital

Healthcare IT Today

PatientFi , a company offering medical practices a comprehensive technology suite of payment and subscription solutions to help patients pay for elective procedures, today announces the closing of a significant growth equity financing led by new investor Questa Capital , a venture growth equity firm focused on expansion-stage healthcare companies, with participation from the company’s existing investors.

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Chartis: A look at Medicare Advantage enrollment trends in 2024

Fierce Healthcare

Medicare Advantage (MA) growth has broadly slowed, but the biggest players in this space continue to claim the lion's share of this expansion, according to a new report from healthcare consultant C | Medicare Advantage growth has broadly slowed, but the biggest players in this space continue to claim the lion's share of this expansion, according to a new report from healthcare consultants Chartis.

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Digital Health Unplugged: The role of effective teams in deploying digital platforms in the NHS

Digital Health News

Our new Networks series begins with Dr Lia Ali, Simon Noel and Nick Black looking at the role of effective teams in deploying digital platforms in the NHS.

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Industry Voices—Code blue: Rescuing America's healthcare system by bolstering the workforce pipeline

Fierce Healthcare

Unless the U.S. attracts more nurses and allied health professionals into the workforce, our healthcare system will soon face catastrophic consequences. | Unless the U.S. attracts more nurses and allied health professionals into the workforce, our healthcare system will soon face catastrophic consequences.

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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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Hims & Hers spotlights increased year-over-year and 2023 Q4 revenue

Mobi Health News

The virtual care company reported a 65% increase in revenue in 2023 compared to 2022 and a 47% increase in Q4 2023 revenue compared to the previous year.

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Scammers target Nebraska patients amid Change Healthcare attacks

Becker's Health IT

The Nebraska Hospital Association has received patient reports that scammers are reaching out and claiming to be representatives from state hospitals amid the ongoing challenges that Optum's Change Healthcare has faced since a ransomware attack took the company offline on Feb. 29.

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Judge dismisses NYU Langone's 'confusing and expansive' claims that Northwell copied its purple ads

Fierce Healthcare

A federal judge handed Northwell Health a victory in a lawsuit with NYU Langone Health System over allegations that advertisements run by the former intentionally emulated the visuals and color pal | A federal judge faulted NYU Langone Health for its lack of specificity when arguing that competitor Northwell Health "intentionally" copied its advertising style.

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Health benefits navigation platform Healthee garners $32M

Mobi Health News

The company will use the funds to scale its employee-focused benefits navigation platform and speed up product development.

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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Geisinger Appoints Dr. Terry Gilliland as President and Future CEO

HIT Consultant

Terry Gilliland, MD, President at Geisinger What You Should Know: – Geisinger , announced the appointment of Dr. Terry Gilliland as the incoming President of Geisinger Health, along with his subsequent role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) once Dr. Jaewon Ryu transitions to CEO of Risant Health. – The leadership change marks a new chapter in Geisinger’s esteemed history, with Dr.

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Industry Spotlight: Tom Skelland, senior pharmacy executive, Oracle Health

Digital Health News

Moving from the NHS to industry gave Tom Skelland the opportunity to do more of what he loves - but first and foremost, he remains a pharmacist. By Jennifer Trueland.

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OhioHealth Marion General Hospital Appoints Jim Parobek as President

HIT Consultant

Jim Parobek, President at OhioHealth Marion General Hospital What You Should Know: – OhioHealth Marion General Hospital today announced the appointment of Jim Parobek as its new president, effective March 4th, 2024. – Parobek brings over 30 years of experience in healthcare leadership to the role, with a proven track record of success in building strong teams, driving strategic growth, and fostering community engagement.

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ? 

Digital Health News

The 100th edition includes the launch of a new health tech accelerator and research showing the microbiome can identify who might benefit from immunotherapy

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.