Steward contends with possible facility closures
Healthcare Dive
JUNE 14, 2024
State regulators, workers and creditors reacted to Steward's new loan terms, which demand the health system transition or close facilities that don't sell at auction.
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CPT Editorial Panel suspends changes to RPM coding – what's next?
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JUNE 14, 2024
A push to improve reimbursement for remote patient monitoring programs has stalled, and that could prompt health systems and hospitals to think twice about launching or expanding their platforms. The roadblock is coming from the American Medical Association's 21-member CPT Editorial Panel , which hasn't been able to agree on amendments to the CPT codes covering RPM services.
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CMS recalculates Medicare Advantage star ratings in major win for insurers
Healthcare Dive
JUNE 14, 2024
The redo comes after regulators lost two court cases over the methodology used to determine 2024’s quality ratings, and should result in hundreds of millions of dollars in additional bonuses to plans that see their ratings improve.
Advancing technologies, evolving therapeutics
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JUNE 14, 2024
Business models have changed in digital therapeutics as tech evolves, says Aaron Gani, founder and CEO of RealizedCare, who discusses how pharma can leverage DTx modalities to collect data for R&D and patient analytics.
The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings
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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.
VA extends EHR modernization contract with Oracle
Healthcare Dive
JUNE 14, 2024
Even though patient safety and technical concerns have plagued the years-long rollout of the new electronic health record, the Department of Veterans Affairs extended its contract with Oracle Health for another 11 months.
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Lawmakers promise to stop kicking the can on Medicare solvency
Healthcare Dive
JUNE 14, 2024
The House Budget Committee met Thursday and said they’d take action to restore Medicare’s financial footing, though the hearing was light on specifics.
Drug Enforcement Administration sends second attempt at a telehealth prescribing rule to executive budget office
Fierce Healthcare
JUNE 14, 2024
The Drug Enforcement Administration’s long-awaited second attempt at a telemedicine prescribing rule has been handed off to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. | The Drug Enforcement Administration has submitted a proposed telehealth prescribing rule to the Office of Management and Budget which aims to regulate how telehealth providers prescribe controlled substances when the patient and provider do not have an established relationship.
How to implement change: the crucial role of the digital clinical lead
Digital Health News
JUNE 14, 2024
In the second of our four-part series on effective NMAHP teams, Elaine Tustian looks at the crucial role of the digital clinical lead
The Game Changer in Healthcare: Integrated Electronic Health Records
Healthcare IT Today
JUNE 14, 2024
The following is a guest article by Herat Joshi, Business Intelligence Architect – Lead at Great River Health In the vast landscape of healthcare, where every piece of data could be crucial, a significant transformation is underway. It revolves around the integration of external and local health records into a unified Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings
Advertiser: Celo
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.
Tempus AI shares jump 15% in stock market debut as IPO priced at over $6B valuation
Fierce Healthcare
JUNE 14, 2024
Tempus AI, a precision medicine company that, as its name implies, uses artificial intelligence to process medical data, popped in its stock market debut Friday, with shares jumping 15%. | Tempus AI, a precision medicine company that, as its name implies, uses artificial intelligence to process medical data, popped in its stock market debut Friday, with shares jumping 15%.
Calderdale and Huddersfield awarded HIMSS stage 6 for analytics capabilities
Digital Health News
JUNE 14, 2024
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust has achieved a stage 6 validation from HIMSS for its use of data and approach to data science.
Virtual primary care provider HealthTap now accepting insurance
Fierce Healthcare
JUNE 14, 2024
Virtual primary care company HealthTap is expanding its reach to millions of Americans by now accepting health coverage for it services. | Virtual primary care company HealthTap is expanding its reach to millions of Americans by now accepting health coverage for it services.
Return-to-paper playbook: How hospital leaders can plan for downtime
Becker's Health IT
JUNE 14, 2024
Hospitals and health systems across the country have been returning to paper medical records during IT outages caused by the unceasing number of cyberattacks plaguing the industry.
The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring
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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.
Digital platform offers online consultations with community pharmacists
Digital Health News
JUNE 14, 2024
A new digital platform has been launched, allowing patients to book free online Pharmacy First consultations with community pharmacists.
DTA's Andy Molnar recaps its recent summit
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JUNE 14, 2024
The CEO of the Digital Therapeutics Alliance explains why the group held its annual summit in Washington, D.C., discusses how it works with Congress on legislation around reimbursement – and describes just what a digital therapeutic is, exactly.
Kent Community Health sexual health service goes live with EPR
Digital Health News
JUNE 14, 2024
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust's sexual health service has implemented a new electronic patient record provided by Inform Health.
A 'mistake' allowed hackers into Ascension's IT system
Becker's Health IT
JUNE 14, 2024
Hackers were able to launch a ransomware attack on St. Louis-based Ascension, disrupting its IT systems and operations for 140 hospitals, because an employee did something thousands of people do every single day.
15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence
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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?
Done Health CEO and clinical president arrested for alleged $100M scheme
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JUNE 14, 2024
The telemedicine company's clinical president and its founder and CEO allegedly participated in a scheme to profit from providing easy access to Adderall for no valid medical purpose.
New Washington program equips hospitals with tools to prescribe MOUD, connect patients to clinics
Fierce Healthcare
JUNE 14, 2024
A new clinical program launched in Washington last week aims to help facilitate medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) in emergency rooms across the state. | Funded by opioid settlement funds, ScalaNW is designed to bridge between ER docs with ongoing outpatient care, and to ultimately save the lives of patients with opioid use disorder.
Virtual Nursing: The New Solution Addressing Healthcare Challenges
HIT Consultant
JUNE 14, 2024
Joel Landau, founder & chairman of The Allure Group In an age where technology consistently reshapes various sectors, healthcare and elder care stand transformed. The emergence of virtual nursing heralds a transformative approach to patient care, reshaping how we tackle healthcare hurdles. With an expanding population and surging healthcare needs, virtual nursing introduces groundbreaking remedies to bridge existing gaps.
Stronger nurse staffing could have saved 'thousands' of lives during COVID, study finds
Fierce Healthcare
JUNE 14, 2024
COVID-19 patients admitted to hospitals with fewer nursing resources prior to and during the early pandemic were significantly less likely to survive their illness, a recent study found. | The risk of a COVID-19 patient's in-hospital mortality rose by 20% for each additional patient added to a nurse's workload in the months before the pandemic, a recently published analysis found.
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
Clinical Decision Support Solutions Can Prevent 95% Of Medication Errors In The Operating Room
HIT Consultant
JUNE 14, 2024
What You Should Know: A new study from Massachusetts General Hospital brings promising news for surgical patients. Researchers have found that specialized computer software can dramatically reduce medication errors in the operating room, potentially preventing harm to patients. The study, published in the journal Anesthesia & Analgesia , published by Wolters Kluwer found that this software, known as clinical decision support (CDS), could have prevented a staggering 95% of medication errors d
New Rule Opens the Affordable Care Act Marketplaces to DACA Recipients
Center for Health Insurance Reform
JUNE 14, 2024
The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has released a final regulation allowing people who receive Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) to access new health insurance options. CHIR's Sabrina Corlette and Julian Polaris of Manatt Health review the rule and its implications for state policy.
Real-Time AI Alerts Reduce Patient Deaths by 43%, Mount Sinai Study Finds
HIT Consultant
JUNE 14, 2024
What You Should Know: – A new study from Mount Sinai Hospital suggests artificial intelligence (AI) can significantly improve patient outcomes by predicting and preventing health decline. The research, published in Critical Care Medicine , found hospitalized patients receiving AI-generated alerts about potential health deterioration were 43% more likely to receive escalated care and far less likely to die. – Traditionally, healthcare professionals relied on manual methods like the ME
Executive’s Guide To Choosing an Enterprise Healthcare LMS
MedTrainer
JUNE 14, 2024
A robust, flexible, and scalable Learning Management System (LMS) becomes increasingly critical for healthcare organizations to stay compliant and audit-ready. Healthcare executives like you may prioritize compliance and seamless audit readiness above all else. You trust that the organization’s enterprise healthcare LMS can support significant growth, enhance efficiency, and improve compliance without dragging you into the minutiae of how the job gets done.
Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide
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