Mon.Dec 18, 2023

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Combatting Elder Abuse in Long-Term Care: Challenges and Opportunities of Electronic Monitoring

Bill of Health

By Laura C. Hoffman The aging population is growing at an extraordinary rate in the U.S. By 2040, it is anticipated that the U.S. aging population (defined as those ages 65 and older) will double, totaling 80 million. Given this growth, preventing elder abuse must be at the forefront of policymaking. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recognized elder abuse as a “serious” problem that is commonly occurring, yet significantly underreported, in the U.S.

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No Surprises Act dispute portal reopens again amid ‘challenging’ policy rollout

Healthcare Dive

The CMS has repeatedly stopped and restarted arbitration this year as court cases snarl regulatory efforts to resolve surprise billing disputes.

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Telemedicine M&A trends moving into 2024

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Drake Star is a tech-focused investment bank that works with top tech companies. Christophe Morvan is managing partner at Drake Star, and Lawrence Giesen is a partner. Both specialize in telemedicine. As 2023 turns to 2024, the two experts have a lot of thoughts on the state of the market for virtual care. Healthcare IT News sat down with the men to discuss main players in the U.S. telemedicine sector, merger and acquisition trends for telemedicine, main financial backers and investment dynamics

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Lawsuit alleges New Jersey’s telehealth licensure rules hamper access to care

Healthcare Dive

The suit comes as relaxed pandemic-era licensure rules for virtual care expire. Standard regulations are onerous for patients who may not be able to access specialty care for rare conditions, the lawsuit said.

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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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Kroger eyes opportunities in senior-focused primary care, rolls out service in Atlanta clinics

Fierce Healthcare

Kroger is piloting value-based primary care clinics as it joins a growing list of retailers looking to cash in on the booming sector of senior-focused medical care. | Kroger is piloting value-based primary care clinics as it joins a growing list of retailers looking to cash in on the booming sector of senior-focused medical care.

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Will 2024 See True Value-Based Care Transformation?

HealthIT Answers

Our annual predictions for 2024 continues with Value-Based Care in 2024. Throughout the next few weeks we will be asking the industry experts what they think we will see in 2024. Check back as we cover AI, digital health, interoperability, privacy, security, access, and equality. The post Will 2024 See True Value-Based Care Transformation? appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Securing IoMT solutions for Telemedicine

Healthcare Dive

Connected devices are making real-time patient monitoring and advanced care possible; but as with every new technology, cybercriminals lurk waiting to take advantage of vulnerabilities.

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NextGen Focusing on AI to Improve Workflows and on Street Medicine

Healthcare IT Today

NextGen Healthcare is taking a methodical approach to AI and deploying it in places based on customer demand and where it will have maximum positive impact. Right now, that means using ambient clinical voice to generate SOAP notes. The company is also delivering more mobile capability to enable street medicine. In an exclusive interview with Healthcare IT, David Sides, Chief Executive Officer and Dr.

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[Podcast] Inside Healthcare APIs

Healthcare Dive

This podcast series by Zelis explores how APIs can be leveraged to improve efficiency, offer a better experience, and drive innovation in the healthcare space.

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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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AI integration strategies require patient focus, partnerships

Mobi Health News

At HIMSS AI Conference in San Diego, panelists discussed the steps needed to strategically incorporate AI into the healthcare setting.

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Digital Synergy: How televisions can power employee communication in healthcare

Healthcare Dive

Discover how the utilization of UPshow SHIFT, in collaboration with Google ChromeOS, leverages TVs to enhance employee communications and engagement.

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WeightWatchers rolls out telehealth clinic to prescribe weight loss drugs

Fierce Healthcare

WeightWatchers is adding its name to the growing list of companies providing telehealth weight loss management and access to buzzy GLP-1 medications. | WeightWatchers is adding its name to the growing list of companies providing telehealth weight loss management and access to buzzy GLP-1 medications.

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Predictions for digital health funding in 2024

Mobi Health News

Leaders in digital health foresee investors having a high bar for funding in 2024, looking toward companies with proven modalities and a clear pathway to profitability.

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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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2024 Outlook: Will legislators pass meaningful reforms to PBMs? The jury is still out

Fierce Healthcare

There has been no shortage of conversation around pharmacy benefit managers this year, but actual action from legislators has been slow. | There has been no shortage of conversation around pharmacy benefit managers this year but actual action from legislators has been slow.

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Vida Health Announces $28.5 Million in Funding; Appoints Joe Murad CEO

Healthcare IT Today

Investment to Support Key Growth Initiatives and Drive Continued Focus on Improving Access to Effective, Affordable, and Sustainable Cardiometabolic Care Treatments Vida Health today announced it has closed $28.5 million in financing led by existing investors, including General Atlantic , Ally Bridge , Canvas Ventures , Hercules Capital , and other insiders.

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Nurses Earn Highest Grade for Care Far Above All Other Health Care Workers — Including Doctors — In Latest Gallup Poll

Jane Sarashon

Nurses rank highest among various factors in the U.S. health system in the latest Gallup poll — earning a grade of “excellent” or “good” by American adults surveyed in November 2023. Further substantiation for nurses’ topping this poll of excellent care is that Gallup found historic low confidence in the U.S. health system among Americans earlier this year in a July study.

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HHS Finalizes Rule to Advance Health IT Interoperability and Algorithm Transparency

HealthIT Answers

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology finalized its Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: Certification Program Updates, Algorithm Transparency, and Information Sharing (HTI-1) rule. The post HHS Finalizes Rule to Advance Health IT Interoperability and Algorithm Transparency 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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2024 Outlook: How experts say payers will—or should—try to improve their Medicare Advantage star ratings

Fierce Healthcare

Payers need to properly adapt to changes made to the Medicare Advantage star ratings program or risk financial repercussions, industry experts told Fierce Healthcare. | Payers are being urged to prioritize health equity considerations more than ever before to improve their Medicare Advantage star ratings scores.

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ? 

Digital Health News

Today's coffee time briefing includes news of the rapid advances in genomic sequencing that are raising new legal issues.

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2024 Outlook: Drug price negotiations, Braidwood highlights top legal cases to watch

Fierce Healthcare

Legal experts indicated they will be paying close attention to lawsuits surrounding the Medicare drug price negotiation program and Braidwood v. | Preventative services covered under the Affordable Care Act and the Medicare drug price negotiations program are two legal questions that will play out next year.

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PCA Rx & Cost Plus Drugs Partner to Transform Drug Pricing Transparency

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – PCA Rx and Cost Plus Drugs , are joining forces to tackle the longstanding issue of opaque and inflated drug pricing in the US healthcare system. – This landmark collaboration paves the way for greater transparency, accessibility, and affordability for employers and individuals nationwide. Prioritizing Drug Pricing Transparency By prioritizing transparency, this partnership empowers employers and members to make informed choices and fosters a more engaged heal

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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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Lindus Health and Thirty Madison complete enrolment for telemedicine trial

Digital Health News

Enrolment has been completed for a trial facilitated by Lindus Health into Thirty Madison's dermatology telehealth platform.

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Industry Voices—Premature babies deserve mature AI

Fierce Healthcare

In some healthcare settings, imperfect works for now. Clinicians in intensive care facilities, however, aren't able to accept imperfect AI.

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Belfast HSC and South Eastern HSC go live with Clinisys WinPath

Digital Health News

The first two health and social care trusts in Northern Ireland have gone live with Clinisys WinPath: Belfast and South Eastern.

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Healthy Data Management: How IT Assists Healthcare Institutions

HIT Consultant

Natalie Tkachenko, Healthcare Software Solutions Consultant at NIX To obtain test results today, there’s no need to visit the hospital. Simply open a mobile app and download the report to your smartphone. Doctors remotely manage patient data without being tied to a specific medical facility. They also handle large volumes of data effortlessly within their hospitals.

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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.