Wed.Jun 05, 2024

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HubSpot announces HIPAA-compliant tools in public beta

Healthcare It News

Healthcare companies and providers can now store HIPAA-protected data in the HubSpot customer relationship management platform to automate workflows, connect teams with closed-loop reporting and create campaigns with personalized information, the company said Tuesday. WHY IT MATTERS Support for storing sensitive data in HubSpot is now available globally with HIPAA-compliant tools available in public beta.

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Wyden urges HHS to require healthcare cybersecurity standards

Healthcare Dive

Sen. Ron Wyden said the agency’s approach to cybersecurity is inadequate, arguing for mandatory resiliency standards, periodic audits and technical support for providers.

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The MRO Exchange: Healthmap Solutions CIO Bill Moore

MRO Compliance

Healthcare NOW Radio Podcast Network · The MRO Exchange: Healthmap Solutions' CIO Bill Moore S1E2: Host Mark Thomas, Chief Technology Officer at MRO, and guest Bill Moore, Chief Information Officer at Healthmap Solutions, discuss all things healthcare technology. They dive into technology transformation, artificial intelligence, and where healthcare technology is heading in the future.

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House subcommittee lands on transparency for 340B reform

Healthcare Dive

Based on the Oversight and Investigations hearing, political will in Congress seems slim to cut back the 340B program — without a clearer view of how hospitals are using the funds first.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

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!

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Appeals court upholds ruling barring former Express Scripts chief from joining CVS

Fierce Healthcare

A federal appeals court has upheld an injunction preventing the former head of Express Scripts from taking an executive role at CVS Health. | A federal appeals court has upheld an injunction preventing the former head of Express Scripts from taking an executive role at CVS Health.

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Under the watch of the attorney general, Northwell overhauls charity care policy

Healthcare Dive

New York's largest health system will expand its financial assistance policies following a review from the state attorney general.

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Synnovis CEO confirms ransomware attack at London hospitals

Digital Health News

Synnovis CEO Mark Dollar has confirmed that a ransomware attack has interrupted pathology IT systems, causing patient activity to be cancelled.

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This Week’s Health IT Jobs – June 5, 2024

Healthcare IT Today

It can be very overwhelming scrolling though job board after job board in search of a position that fits your wants and needs. Let us take that stress away by finding a mix of great health IT jobs for you! We hope you enjoy this look at some of the health IT jobs we saw healthcare organizations trying to fill this week. Here’s a quick look at some of the health IT jobs we found: Technical Support Analyst – Database Performance – Oracle Oracle Fusion SCM – TrovaSemi Techno

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MedTech health and data company AcuityMD scores $45M and more digital health fundings

Mobi Health News

Cardiac and lung-disease platform Eko Health secured $41 million in Series D funding.

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Senator to HHS: Require tighter cybersecurity for healthcare

Becker's Health IT

Senate Finance Committee Chair Ron Wyden is urging HHS to mandate stronger cybersecurity measures for crucial healthcare companies in the wake of the ransomware attack on UnitedHealth Group's subsidiary Change Healthcare.

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HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends

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.

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Digital Health Unplugged: The alternative approach to EPR implementation

Digital Health News

Jordan Sollof is joined by Mark Hutchinson, vice-president of healthcare strategy and transformation at Altera Digital Health, to talk all things EPRs.

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Coverage pathways for psychedelic therapies

Fierce Healthcare

This week on "Podnosis," we explore therapeutic psychedelics. | This week on "Podnosis," we explore therapeutic psychedelics. Noah Tong from Fierce Healthcare sat down with Kim Chew, Senior Counsel at Husch Blackwell, to discuss the accessibility challenges in this promising but complex space.

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TytoCare Updates Home Smart Clinic Platform with New Features

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – TytoCare, a virtual care company enabling accessible, high-quality primary care from home, has released a major software update for its Home Smart Clinic. – The update includes a number of new features that are designed to make high-quality healthcare more accessible at scale for payers, providers, and patients. TytoCare Home Smart Clinic Update: Enhancing Virtual Healthcare Accessibility and Efficiency The recent update to TytoCare’s Home Smart Clinic introdu

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Judge denies FTC's preliminary bid to block Novant, CHS' $320M hospital deal

Fierce Healthcare

Novant Health and Community Health Systems (CHS) will be permitted to consummate their contested $320 million hospital deal, though the pair still face some regulatory uncertainty following the dea | U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell wrote that the two-hospital transaction has "at least as much likelihood of competitive benefits as it does competitive harm.

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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers

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.

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UltraSight, Mayo Clinic develop Al-powered algorithms for image analysis

Mobi Health News

The organizations will co-develop algorithms to help healthcare professionals analyze point-of-care ultrasound images for cardiac care.

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Appeals court revives $411M antitrust class action against Sutter Health

Fierce Healthcare

An appellate court panel has resuscitated a nine-figure antitrust class-action lawsuit against Sutter Health, ruling Tuesday that a 2022 jury was given improper instructions and that a new trial mu | The decadelong case had been unanimously ruled in the nonprofit system's favor back in 2022. A 2-1 panel has now reversed the judgment and remanded for a new trial.

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Summer Schools 2024 conference programme published

Digital Health News

The programme for Summer Schools 2024 has been published, featuring national keynotes, NHS CEOs, digital leadership plenary sessions and more.

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Ascension to restore EHR by June 14

Becker's Health IT

St. Louis-based Ascension is on track to restore its EHR by June 14 after bringing its medical records systems back online in two more markets, the health system said June 5.

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Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data

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.

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Digital Therapeutics Alliance conference, day 1—Following a rocky year, high hopes for the industry

Fierce Healthcare

The Digital Therapeutics Alliance's annual conference kicked off Wednesday in Washington, D.C. | The Digital Therapeutics Alliance, a trade group representing companies that provide therapy through software, hosts its annual conference in Washington, D.C. to discuss movements and learnings from the industry.

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VA Health Chat Now Available Nationwide, Connecting 6.8M Veterans with On-Demand Virtual Care

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Veterans across the United States can now access convenient, on-demand healthcare through VA Health Chat, following the platform’s national rollout across all Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISNs). – The multi-year initiative, facilitated by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), brings CirrusMD’s physician-first virtual care services to millions of Veterans.

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Kentucky Enacts New Consumer Data Privacy Act

Wyatt Law Blog

On April 4, 2024, Kentucky became the 15th state to enact a comprehensive consumer data privacy law. The Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act (“KCDPA”) will become effective on January 1, 2026. The KCDPA creates rights for Kentucky consumers and imposes requirements on certain businesses that collect consumer data.

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How the Healthcare Industry Can Strengthen Security in the Wake of Change Healthcare Breach

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Chuck Suitor, Strategic Advisor – Healthcare at ColorTokens , and former Chief Technology Officer at MD Anderson Cancer Center Earlier this year, Change Healthcare, a division of UnitedHealth Group, fell victim to a cyber-attack executed by BlackCat/ALPHV, a widely known cybercrime threat actor group. By encrypting system data and preventing administrator access, the cybercriminals allegedly forced Change Healthcare to pay them an estimated $22 million i

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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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TytoCare software update will allow patients to see more providers, collect vitals before visit

Fierce Healthcare

Telehealth company TytoCare has released a major update to its Home Smart Clinic software to benefit patients’ ability to access primary, specialty and urgent care across care networks and make the | A new software update to TytoCare virtual care products will broaden the provider pool for patients and allow them to collect vital signs at home before a telehealth visit.

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Healthcare Innovation Doesn’t Stop at Go-Live

HealthIT Answers

Joshua Liu MD explains why healthcare innovation will only be as successful as the change management you apply both before AND after Go-Live. The post Healthcare Innovation Doesn’t Stop at Go-Live appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Mediktor Acquires Conversational AI Platform Sensely To Enhance Global Footprint

HIT Consultant

From left to right – Adam Odessky and Cristian Pascual What You Should Know: – Mediktor , a provider of AI-powered healthcare solutions, announced today the acquisition of Sensely , a San Francisco-based innovator in conversational AI for patient engagement. – The strategic acquisition strengthens Mediktor’s global footprint, broadens its technology portfolio, and positions the combined entity as a major player in the AI-driven healthcare market.

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Revenue Cycle and Payer News – June 5, 2024

HealthIT Answers

Reported payers and health insurance industry news from CDPHP, AHIP, Independence Blue Cross, CVS Health, Humana, UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare, Medica, Lightbeam Health Solutions, Milliman MedInsight and more. The post Revenue Cycle and Payer News – June 5, 2024 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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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OIG Compliance Program Guidance for Clinical Laboratories

Compliancy Group

Understanding the Office of Inspector General’s (OIG) focus is crucial for clinical laboratories seeking to secure and maintain operational integrity and avoid costly penalties while navigating the complexities of compliance regulations. The OIG compliance program guidance for clinical laboratories — as part of the General Compliance Program Guidance — is a blueprint for what labs can expect regarding scrutiny and oversight in 2024.

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Clark on Connections: We Are the Sum of Our Experiences

HealthIT Answers

By Susan Clark - Just as there are what I like to call Clonnections between people, there are also likely Clonnections between previous jobs or responsibilities that you had no idea would apply to what you’re doing now. At least, that is what’s happening to me at DirectTrust. The post Clark on Connections: We Are the Sum of Our Experiences appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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How Skilled Nursing Facilities Can Navigate New Value-Based Purchasing Rules

HIT Consultant

Dr. Ahzam Afzal, Co-Founder and CEO, Puzzle Healthcare Post-acute care facilities for years have been preparing for the impact that value-based purchasing (VBP) programs would have. The Affordable Care Act of 2010 (ACA) and the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 put providers on notice that quality of care measures, like reducing hospital readmissions and improving patient outcomes, would take precedence over fee-for-service models.

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Recommendations for Management of Acute Dental Pain Training

American Medical Compliance

The Recommendations for Management of Acute Dental Pain Training will educate dental healthcare providers (DHCP) on managing dental pain with or without the use of opioids. Effective management for acute dental pain is a critical aspect of dental practice, directly impacting patient comfort and satisfaction. As dental healthcare providers, staying updated on the latest guidelines and best practices is essential to deliver optimal care.

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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.