Thu.Dec 14, 2023

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‘A long time in the making’: New ONC rule targets healthcare AI transparency

Healthcare Dive

The sweeping rule requires developers of certified artificial intelligence tools to detail information including how the product is maintained and monitored, as well as known risks and inappropriate uses.

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How GPT and LLMs could usher in an era of 'intelligence-based medicine'

Healthcare It News

SAN DIEGO – As the HIMSS AI in Healthcare Forum kicked off on Thursday morning, Rob Havasy, senior director of informatics strategy at HIMSS, offered some introductory remarks that looked back on a busy decade-plus of health IT innovation. "I've seen a lot of technologies come and go," said Havasy. But with artificial intelligence, he said, especially in the year-plus since ChatGPT captured the attention of the general public in a big way, "this time feels a bit differen

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Escalating Cybersecurity Crisis Grips Healthcare Sector: Ransomware Attacks Surge Across Industry Leaders

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. In the throes of an ever-intensifying cybersecurity crisis, the healthcare sector is under siege, grappling with the fallout from a wave of ransomware attacks. Among the prominent victims are Ardent Health Services and Norton Healthcare, […] The article Escalating Cybersecurity Crisis Grips Healthcare Sector: Ransomware Attacks Surge Across Industry Leaders appeared first on electronichealth

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Nasdaq says Veradigm won’t be delisted — for now

Healthcare Dive

A Nasdaq panel ruled the healthcare IT company wouldn’t be delisted from the exchange as long as it complies with financial reporting requirements by late February.

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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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South Korea expands telemedicine pilot and more briefs

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

South Korea expands telemedicine pilot Starting 15 December, the South Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare will be introducing additional measures to its national telemedicine pilot. According to a media statement, the programme is now allowing the conduct of telemedicine services at night and on holidays. Patients who have had face-to-face treatment within the past six months from a clinic can now also access telemedicine.

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Fees charged by hospitals for colonoscopy procedures 50% higher than surgical centers, study finds

Fierce Healthcare

A new price comparison study finds over 50% higher facility fees for commercially insured colonoscopies performed in hospitals rather than ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), suggesting that “money | The analysis of commercial payers' price transparency data shows that “money has apparently been left on the table” for employers and consumers, the study's senior author says.

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Where AI will impact healthcare in 2024

Mobi Health News

Digital health stakeholders said that AI will be used next year to help ease administrative tasks for providers, improve clinical trial participation and increase transparency in healthcare.

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Oracle's Q2 revenue comes up short dragged by Cerner business, slower cloud growth

Fierce Healthcare

Oracle's second-quarter revenue fell short of analysts' expectations, dragged down by its Cerner business and slowing cloud growth. | Oracle is using its tech muscle to add new capabilities to the Millennium EHR, chairman Larry Ellison said. "We are going after a much larger market than Cerner was. We expect Cerner to be a growth story," he told investors during Oracle's Q2 earnings call.

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Google introduces MedLM designed for health industry use cases

Mobi Health News

The two models of MedLM are built on the tech giant's medical LLM Med-PaLM 2, with one designed for complex tasks and the other for scaling across various tasks.

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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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Big ONC News: QHINs, TEFCA, and HTI-1

Healthcare IT Today

It’s not a huge surprise that the week of the ONC Meeting, they would make a number of big announcements for those of us in health IT. The first was the announcement of the first official QHINs as part of TEFCA and the 2nd announcement was the final HTI-1 rule. Let’s dive into both and what you should know. QHINs and TEFCA The QHIN announcement really was around which organizations have officially become QHINs as compared with the organizations that were part of the initial QHIN on

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Biden administration flags dozens of pharma companies to pay Medicare rebates for 'outrageous' price hikes

Fierce Healthcare

The Biden administration is cracking down on pharmaceutical companies as part of its price-fighting measures under the Inflation Reduction Act. | The Biden Administration announced Thursday a list of 48 Part B drugs with prices that rose faster than the rate of inflation in the final quarter of 2023. Here's what they plan to do now.

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2 health systems caught in vendor breach

Becker's Health IT

Two health systems are reporting that some of their patients' protected health information may have been compromised due to a breach at ESO Solutions, a company that provides software services to hospitals.

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London-Based Phare Health Raises €2.8 Million Seed to Bring Invisible AI to Healthcare Back Offices

Healthcare IT Today

Phare Health , a startup working on developing cutting-edge AI products to help hospitals better understand the state of their finances and track cashflows, announced today the closing of a €2.8 million seed round led by General Catalyst. Strategic backers, KHP Ventures and Bertelsmann Investments also invested in this funding round, bringing with them profound industry insights, expansive networks throughout Europe, and substantial healthcare resources.

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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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Slough medical centre optimises patient outcomes with digital approach

Digital Health News

Kumar Medical Centre in Slough has used a population health management tool to optimise its available appointments ahead of the busy winter season.

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The Crucial Role of Dual Incident Response Playbooks in Healthcare Cybersecurity

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Anis Trabelsi, C hief Information Officer at Palomar Health As the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of a large hospital system, it is my responsibility to lead the charge in cybersecurity preparedness, and I have done this through a nuanced approach to incident response planning. In an era where healthcare organizations heavily rely on digital systems and sensitive patient data, the threat of cybersecurity incidents looms large; the importance of incident respo

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Most Medicare enrollees do not access opioid treatments: HHS

Fierce Healthcare

Medicare beneficiaries are not getting adequate support and treatment for opioid use disorder, the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) declared in an annual report on Thursday. | While SUPPORT Act reauthorization bills advance through both chambers of Congress, HHS highlighted Florida as one state with a low rate of enrollees receiving medication for opioid use disorder.

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Children’s Health Deploys Generative AI-Powered Clinical Summaries

HIT Consultant

“Returned”, Elmer Ramirez | This image was generated using Procreate soft and acrylic brush; DALL-E 2 and Dall-E 3 What You Should Know: – Children’s Health, a pediatric health system announced it has deployed Pieces , a clinically-oriented generative AI solution , across its inpatient care. – Pieces seamlessly integrates with the hospital’s Epic EMR and has quickly become a daily tool for doctors, nurses, and case managers, facilitating clinical handoffs, man

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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.

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Mental health startup Headway partners with Cigna, Blues plan to expand to all 50 states

Fierce Healthcare

Since launching four years ago, mental health startup Headway has built out its provider network and payer partnerships and now has expanded to all 50 states and Washington D.C. | Since launching four years ago, mental health startup Headway has built out its provider network and payer partnerships and now has expanded to all 50 states and Washington D.C.

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Headway Expands Nationwide, Connecting Mental Health Patients with Care in All 50 States

HIT Consultant

headway.co What You Should Know: – Headway , a tech-enabled network of mental health providers, has achieved a major milestone: it is now serving patients in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. – Headway’s national expansion marks a significant step forward in making mental health care accessible and affordable for all Americans.

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New AI tool for detecting facial palsy and more briefs

Mobi Health News

Also, an ear health awareness app for indigenous children has received $1 million in funding from the Western Australia government.

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Care Guidance: The Human-Enabled Tech Solution for Clinical Staff

HIT Consultant

Craig Parker, JD, CPA and CEO, Guideway Care Hospitals, health systems and group practices nationwide are finding value and effectiveness by partnering with an outsourced care guidance resource to extend clinical staff and strengthen care management support. The addition of a structured and highly scalable care guidance program that goes beyond mere navigation efforts provides a unique solution as a service proposition to comprehensively address many of the operational and financial challenges t

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ? 

Digital Health News

Today's briefing includes news that Visionable has secured $5.5M in funding to expand into the US market and Google has launched a new AI model.

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Sheba & Nuvo Offer Home-Based Monitoring for High-Risk Moms

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: In a groundbreaking healthcare initiative, Sheba Beyond , one of world’s first virtual hospitals, and Nuvo Group, a pioneer in remote pregnancy monitoring solutions, have accelerated their partnership to transform the care of high-risk pregnant patients in times of crisis and beyond. Amidst the challenges posed by the recent war in Israel on October 7th, this advancement in the partnership marks a significant breakthrough in prenatal care, particularly for patients requirin

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North Carolina AG sues HCA Healthcare for breaching Mission Health purchase agreement

Fierce Healthcare

On Thursday, North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein made good on his threat to sue HCA Healthcare for allegedly falling short of commitments it made to secure the purchase of Mission Health Sys | The for-profit had agreed to continue offering certain services for at least 10 years in order to secure its acquisition. Attorney General Josh Stein said that his state's Department of Justice has received over 500 complaints suggesting that HCA was falling short.

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AMA Survey Explores Physician Sentiments on AI in Healthcare

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Physicians are cautiously optimistic about artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, according to a new survey by the American Medical Association (AMA). While 41% are equally excited and concerned about its potential, nearly two-thirds see its advantages if specific concerns are addressed. – The survey of 1,081 physicians, conducted in August 2023, reveals a complex picture of how doctors view this transformative technology, highlighting both its potential

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.