Healthcare Dive
JULY 19, 2024
The cybersecurity firm released what was meant to be a routine software update, but now health systems, including CommonSpirit Health and Cleveland Clinic, are locked out of Windows systems.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 19, 2024
A widespread outage to Microsoft systems has impacted health systems, hospitals and clinics as electronic health record software has been knocked offline, forcing providers to cancel non-emergency | A widespread outage to Microsoft systems has impacted health systems, hospitals and clinics as electronic health record software has been knocked offline, forcing providers to cancel non-emergency procedures and services.
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Healthcare Dive
JULY 19, 2024
While the number of deals reached its lowest levels since 2014, the average deal size for the first half of 2024 was 40% higher than the year prior.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 19, 2024
Pharmacists remain one of the most underutilized resources in healthcare. Reducing the administrative burden on Pharmacists means more capacity for them to care for and advise patients. Asepha is hoping to do just that with their AI-based workflow solutions. Healthcare IT Today had the opportunity to ask Eunice Wu, PharmD – Asepha’s CEO and Founder – how pharmacists can be leveraged more to patient care.
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
In the world of small business management, the challenge of managing payroll & HR efficiently while scaling operations can be overwhelming. Yet, with the right strategies in place, these challenges can become opportunities for growth and innovation. In this session, Joe Sharpe, Senior Director of Managed Payroll Services at IRIS, will reveal practical methods and expert insights for outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes, resulting in substantial time and resource savings.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 19, 2024
Kidney care giant DaVita has agreed to pay nearly $34.5 million to settle allegations that it paid kickbacks to secure referrals, according to an announcement from the Justice Department. | Kidney care giant DaVita has agreed to pay nearly $34.5 million to settle allegations that it paid kickbacks to secure referrals, according to an announcement from the Justice Department.
Health Care Compliance Brief brings together the best content for health law & compliance professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 19, 2024
Infectious disease professionals are calling for greater federal funding in the face of new Centers for Disease Contral and Prevention (CDC) data outlining an uptick in antimicrobial-resistant path | Seven antimicrobial-resistant, hospital-onset infection rates remained 20% higher in 2022 from prepandemic levels.
Digital Health News
JULY 19, 2024
Dr Simon Wallace, CCIO at Microsoft told Summer Schools that a global outage affecting the NHS was identified to antivirus firm CrowdStrike.
Mobi Health News
JULY 19, 2024
Crowdstrike says the BSOD outage for Microsoft Windows was caused by a botched security update. It has resulted in surgical cancellations, ambulance diversions and other patient care disruptions at doctors' offices, ERs and hospitals around the globe.
Digital Health News
JULY 19, 2024
University Hospitals Plymouth is supporting Plymouth Community Homes on a 'living lab’ project, exploring the impact of tech in older residents' homes.
Speaker: Andrea Wuchiski
In an era where a workforce spans multiple generations, HR managers and Total Rewards leaders face the unique challenge of designing benefits packages that cater to diverse employee needs. This session will delve into how comprehensive fertility benefits can bridge generational gaps, support employees’ health, and enhance workplace satisfaction. Join us for an insightful session that highlights the strategic importance of fertility benefits in today’s competitive job market.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 19, 2024
Healthcare technology company Commure plans to buy Augmedix, a healthcare artificial intelligence company founded in 2013, the companies announced Friday. | On Friday, ambient AI documentation company Augmedix announced it had been bought by Commure, a large IT vendor to healthcare systems. The deal values the company at $139 million.
Mobi Health News
JULY 19, 2024
The company will use the funds to accelerate its growth, expand the use of its models for different conditions and open an office in Cambridge.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 19, 2024
A bipartisan group of Senators introduced a healthcare cybersecurity bill on July 11 to help prevent cyberattacks on healthcare facilities, which the federal government deems as critical infrastruc | A bipartisan group of Senators introduced the Healthcare Cybersecurity Act of 2024 on July 11. A healthcare cybersecurity lawyer told Fierce Healthcare that the ideas aren't novel.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 19, 2024
Hummingbird Healthcare Inc. successfully closed a $10 million Series A funding round led by UCHealth. Hummingbird is a tech-enabled managed services company focused on elevating patient access to healthcare and creating good jobs. With this investment, Hummingbird and its clients will expand their work maturing patient access so providers can focus on caring for patients and patients can access care how, where, and when they need it.
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Dive into the Compliance Officer's Handbook for advanced OSHA and HIPAA strategies. This guide provides detailed steps for maintaining compliance in healthcare facilities, covering key regulations like the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and HIPAA Privacy Rule. Learn to create a culture of compliance with management commitment, employee training, and regular risk assessments.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 19, 2024
Growing up, neither of us could have imagined that our lived experiences would resonate in our work in such a profound way. | When our healthcare system has a limited understanding of who is affected, we not only fail to provide adequate services for people whose needs are going unidentified but also stigmatize the need for these services.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 19, 2024
Uncover your crystal balls and dust off your tarot cards because today we are looking into the future! At the past HIMSS Conference, we asked our incredible Healthcare IT Today Community to get in touch with their mystical side and tell us what unexpected surprise will happen in healthcare in the next 6 months. The video below is a compilation of their answers.
HIT Consultant
JULY 19, 2024
What You Should Know: – Augmedix (AUGX), a leader in AI-powered medical documentation and data solutions, is being acquired by healthcare technology provider Commure in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $139M. News of the acquisition brought Augmedix up by 150% at $2.27 at 10 am ET after closing at $0.92 on Thursday. – Augmedix leverages AI technology to streamline medical documentation and data management for healthcare providers.
Becker's Health IT
JULY 19, 2024
Two hackers pleaded guilty to participating in a ransomware group that has extorted approximately $500 million from organizations including hospitals.
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Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.
HealthIT Answers
JULY 19, 2024
By April Miller - Now that regulators have caught up with the digitalization age, they’ve prioritized regulating data collection, processing, storage and exchanges. However, several downsides to their intervention exist. The post How Interoperability Requirements Impact Health IT System Development appeared first on Health IT Answers.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 19, 2024
Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. | Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. Please submit the good news—or the bad—from your shop, and we will feature it here at the end of each week.
HIT Consultant
JULY 19, 2024
What You Should Know: GE HealthCare (Nasdaq: GEHC) announced an agreement to acquire the clinical artificial intelligence (AI) software business of Intelligent Ultrasound Group PLC (Intelligent Ultrasound) for approximately $51M. – The acquisition is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2024, subject to customary closing conditions. GE HealthCare will finance the deal with existing cash reserves.
Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA
JULY 19, 2024
HIPAA: Do surveillance cameras breach HIPAA regulations? Since HIPAA mandates the confidentiality of protected health information (PHI), installing video cameras can result in a violation if they are not placed correctly or used appropriately. Infection Control: What is the difference between universal, standard, and transmission-based precautions in preventing the spread of infection?
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The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.
Medisys Compliance
JULY 19, 2024
Introduction The landscape of Medicare and Medicaid billing for behavioral health services has undergone significant changes recently. Understanding these updates is crucial for behavioral health providers to ensure compliance, maximize reimbursements, and continue delivering high-quality care. This article discusses the latest changes, providing a comprehensive guide to navigating the evolving billing landscape.
Hanys
JULY 19, 2024
Navigating non-emergency medical transport July 23 Standing membership call on state and federal issues July 23 The fundamentals of healthcare strategic planning July 24 A brave new world? Artificial intelligence and antimicrobial stewardship July 25 Practical guidance to improve diagnostic quality and safety Aug.
HIT Consultant
JULY 19, 2024
What You Should Know: – West Tennessee Healthcare , a not-for-profit healthcare system with 7 hospitals and multiple supporting clinics, treating more than 185,000 patients, today announced a partnership with Qventus, the leading provider of AI-based software that automates health system operations and patient flows. – Qventus’ Perioperative Solution empowers surgical teams at West Tennessee Healthcare to optimize scheduling and increase patient access by providing real-time visibil
Hanys
JULY 19, 2024
AHA's 2025 Circle of Life Award recognizes hospitals and health systems that advance safe, timely, efficient, effective and equitable end-of-life and hospice care. Learn more and apply online by July 24.
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Explore essential topics in this ebook, including what constitutes PHI and how to identify it using 18 indicators. Gain insights into the importance of safeguarding PHI to protect patient privacy and learn about the severe consequences of HIPAA violations. Discover practical strategies for securely exchanging PHI within your healthcare organization, including assessing risks and implementing effective safeguards.
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