Mon.Jun 03, 2024

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Change Healthcare has responsibility to notify patients data breach, says OCR

Healthcare It News

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights updated its Change Healthcare cybersecurity incident frequently asked questions page on Friday to address questions the agency has received asking which entities are responsible for performing breach notification to HHS, affected individuals and where applicable, the media.

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Medicare Advantage sales middleman sues HHS over rule capping broker compensation

Healthcare Dive

AmeriLife’s suit joins at least two others from MA sales groups seeking revisions to the rule for threatening their business model. It also comes with a ticking clock, given a looming deadline for marketing contract negotiations.

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How to navigate the risks of remote patient monitoring

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Remote patient monitoring has been taking the spotlight in health IT, and the number of hospitals and health systems embracing this approach to patient care in the home has been increasing. What's more, the number of reimbursable RPM services may soon be on the rise thanks to efforts spearheaded by the CPT Editorial Panel and the American Medical Association.

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The importance of shared decision-making and informed choice in healthcare

Healthcare Dive

Proper shared decision-making and informed choice drive quality and patient satisfaction. See how.

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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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DHSC slashes investment in NHS AI Lab by £111m

Digital Health News

The Department of Health and Social Care has slashed investment in NHS AI Lab from a promised £250 million to just £139m, Digital Health News has learned.

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Compliantly supercharge your hospital’s bottom line

Healthcare Dive

Transforming your hospital's Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) program from a cost center to a strategic center can enhance financial performance, mitigate risks and improve overall quality of care.

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Why the healthcare industry needs a comprehensive cloud security platform

Healthcare Dive

Healthcare's cloud adoption increases cyber threats, with 633 breaches in a year. Invest in CNAPPs for comprehensive protection of sensitive data and compliance.

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Joe McDonald: The moment I realised, I’m history

Digital Health News

A stellar career in digital wasn't enough to land Joe McDonald an interview for the National CCIO job. So why was he passed over? He has his suspicions.

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UPMC acquires Washington Health System

Healthcare Dive

Proponents said the deal was key to keeping the small health system afloat, but union leaders had pushed back against the purchase.

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CIO Podcast – Episode 75: AI Benefits with Bill Hudson

Healthcare IT Today

For the 75th episode of the CIO podcast hosted by Healthcare IT Today, we are joined by Bill Hudson, Chief Digital Strategist at Aidoc and former CIO at INTEGRIS Health and John Muir Health to talk AI! We kick this episode off by discussing the motivation behind his transition from his role as CIO to the vendor side. Then we talk about where we think AI will offer operational benefits to organizations.

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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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HHS says providers can tap Change to issue data breach notifications after cyberattack

Healthcare Dive

The update is a win for provider groups who have urged the agency to clarify which organizations need to report a data breach and notify patients after the cyberattack.

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Mika Health, Cancer Support Community partner on AI oncologic digital therapeutic

Mobi Health News

Cancer patients and caregivers will receive free access to an AI-enabled app for mental health and other support services.

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Uber Health leader departs for General Catalyst

Healthcare Dive

Caitlin Donovan will join the venture capital firm at the end of June, according to a LinkedIn post.

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Blue KC exiting Medicare Advantage market by 2025 due to 'regulatory demands'

Fierce Healthcare

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City is leaving the Medicare Advantage (MA) market at the end of 2024, the insurer announced recently. | Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City is opting out of the Medicare Advantage market. The health plan said its relatively low membership and burdensome regulatory factors meant the company no longer view the market as financially viable.

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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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Deloitte acquires End Point's disease surveillance business assets

Mobi Health News

CasePointer's workforce will join Deloitte, and the company will use the business's software in conjunction with its GovConnect assets to assist its government clients.

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Firstsource Acquires Quintessence

Healthcare IT Today

Strengthens End-to-End RCM Offering to Healthcare Providers Expands Service Capabilities to US Physicians’ Practices and Integrated Health Systems Firstsource Solutions Limited , a global provider of Business Process Management (BPM) services and an RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group company, has acquired Quintessence Business Solutions & Services Private Limited , an India-based leader in outsourced revenue cycle management (RCM) services and technology.

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Black and ethnic minority people underrepresented in virtual wards

Digital Health News

An NHS England analysis of the effectiveness of virtual wards has found that black and ethnic minority people are underrepresented in patient cohorts.

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Kaufman Hall: Hospital margins, outpatient revenue grew in April

Fierce Healthcare

Amid a relatively strong first quarter for the sector, hospitals’ financial performance improved from March to April, per a new Kaufman Hall report. | Margins, outpatient revenue and operating room minutes all increased in April, the report found.

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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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Infix national theatre scheduling tool to be rolled out across Scotland

Digital Health News

A national theatre scheduling tool that reduces hospital waiting times and enhances operating theatre efficiency is to be rolled out across Scotland.

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Scripps Health CEO: Fear keeps systems from reporting cyberattacks

Becker's Health IT

Chris Van Gorder, president and CEO of San Diego-based Scripps Health, which was hit with a ransomware attack in May 2021, discussed in an American Hospital Association podcast that healthcare organizations often hesitate to speak publicly about such incidents out of fear.

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IRT: The Unsung Hero of Modern Clinical Trials

HIT Consultant

Kevin Landells, VP of Cenduit IRT at IQVIA The modern landscape of clinical trials is expanding to include hybrid and decentralized approaches to conducting research. As the methods of conducting clinical trials diversify, clinical trial logistics also increase in complexity. In 2024, experts estimate that 50% of clinical trials will be conducted via hybrid or decentralized methods.

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Reforming Health Insurance

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Monte Jennings , President, CEO and Enterprise Architect at Sentia Health In 2016 I read an article by Shane Snow titled “ Trickle-Down Health Care: How we could actually fix the US Health System.” His basic assertion is that nobody is minding the store. Nobody really knows or cares what health care costs, because they aren’t paying.

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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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3 Pitfalls Hindering Your Success in Value-Based Care–and How To Avoid Them

HIT Consultant

Dana McCalley, VP of Value-Based Care at Navina Practicing healthcare is challenging, especially for those in patient-facing roles. Clinicians understandably prefer to focus more on delivering patient care and less on the administrative work that can come at the expense of face time with their patients. If you ask me, the root of the burnout in our healthcare system isn’t the large daily volume of patients—it’s the administrative tasks required for every patient.

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Hospital hasn't paid ransomware settlement, patient says

Becker's Health IT

Plaintiff alleges that a hospital, involved in a 2020 ransomware attack, has not paid the settlement over a baby's death. Read more about the ongoing case.

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Crush healthcare data silos: How Redox + Google Cloud unlock real-time insights for life sciences with AI

Redox

Imagine a world where life sciences companies aren’t bogged down by mountains of messy healthcare data trapped in incompatible formats. Or where AI projects in drug discovery or clinical research can launch in weeks, not months, fueled by a constant stream of real-time patient information. As Google Cloud’s preferred healthcare data partner , this is the future that Redox can deliver on to unlock the true potential of AI in life sciences.

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HHS: Change responsible for notifying patients about data breach

Becker's Health IT

UnitedHealth Group's Change Healthcare is responsible for notifying affected individuals about data privacy breaches that occurred as a result of the cyberattack on the company in late February, HHS said May 31.

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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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The Role Incident Management Policies Play

Compliancy Group

Bad incident management could mean total losses that reach $100,000 or more for general incidents, and it can often mean $20 billion in losses from actual medical errors. Poor incident reporting practices cost — and not just money. Multiple healthcare organizations could lose out on opportunities, and it could cause your processes to be less adaptable.

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Healthcare Internet Conference this Fall in Austin

HealthIT Answers

Starts November 10th in Austin, TX - HCIC is the premier conference where executive and senior marketing, digital health and patient experience leaders come to focus on the business and transformation of healthcare. Registration is now open with early rates. The post Healthcare Internet Conference this Fall in Austin appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Boost Cash Flow: Expert Accounts Receivable Management Services

Medisys Compliance

Introduction In today’s competitive healthcare landscape, maintaining a healthy cash flow is crucial for any medical practice. Outstanding accounts receivable (AR) can significantly drain your financial resources and hinder your ability to deliver quality patient care. This article explores the benefits of partnering with expert accounts receivable management services to optimize your revenue cycle and boost your cash flow.

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Three Pillars of AI Integration for Healthcare Organizations

HealthIT Answers

By Scott Johnson - By addressing security challenges, healthcare organizations can pave the way for widespread adoption of GenAI technology and unlock its full potential in the industry. Here are three key areas that are crucial to successfully integrate GenAI into healthcare workflows: The post Three Pillars of AI Integration for Healthcare Organizations appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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.