Healthcare Dive

JULY 26, 2024

The Catholic health system will sell nine Illinois hospitals and four care sites to Prime Healthcare.

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Becker's Health IT

JULY 26, 2024

Losses for the healthcare industry from the CrowdStrike IT outage are estimated to reach $1.9 billion, according to a July 24 report from Parametrix Solutions, a provider of cloud monitoring, modeling and insurance services.

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Healthcare Dive

JULY 26, 2024

Centene continued to deal with a mismatch between Medicaid rates and patient acuity in the second quarter, but still exceeded Wall Street’s expectations thanks to Affordable Care Act growth.

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 26, 2024

OpenText is a company with extensive experience in financial services, manufacturing, and other industries. What are they doing in healthcare? Healthcare IT Today sat down with Sandy Ono, Chief Marketing Officer at OpenText to find out more. Key Takeaways OpenText is focusing on offering 3 core solutions in healthcare: (1) content management; (2) communications/experience management; (3) Asset management and IoT OpenText has done pioneering work with the Ontario Telemedicine Network onboarding

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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!

Healthcare Dive

JULY 26, 2024

A Senate committee launched an investigation into the health system’s alleged financial mismanagement after issuing its first subpoena since 1981.

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Fierce Healthcare

JULY 26, 2024

Centene beat the Street even as Medicaid redeterminations pose a significant headwind heading into the back half of 2024, according to its

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Becker's Health IT

JULY 26, 2024

Learn how a California health system was breached by a hacker using "push notification spamming" and how it responded to protect 41,444 individuals' data.

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Digital Health News

JULY 26, 2024

Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust has signed a ten-year contract with Nervecentre to implement its electronic patient record system.

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Mobi Health News

JULY 26, 2024

Scopio Labs secured $42 million in Series D funding, and robotics company NAVIGANTIS closed a $12 million Series A round.

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 26, 2024

The following is a guest article by Pravin Pant , Vice President, Advanced Analytics at ZeOmega As much as 80% of an individual’s health is determined by social and economic conditions. Social determinants of health (SDOH) are pivotal in shaping population health, providing care teams with a comprehensive understanding of the factors affecting their patients.

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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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Mobi Health News

JULY 26, 2024

The company will use the funds to accelerate its growth and build its product offerings.

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Symplr

JULY 26, 2024

The No Surprises Act (NSA) is a significant piece of federal health legislation enacted at the end of 2020 as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. It introduces extensive new requirements for payers, providers, and facilities with the goal of protecting consumers from unexpected medical bills associated with out-of-network emergency services, in-network facility services with out-of-network providers, and air ambulance services.

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Digital Health News

JULY 26, 2024

The government has announced £100m funding for five research hubs that will develop quantum technologies for healthcare and cybersecurity.

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 26, 2024

Through the Acquisition, HHAeXchange will Expand Footprint into New States and Gain Talent with Deep Homecare Technology Experience HHAeXchange , a leader in homecare management solutions for providers, managed care organizations (MCOs), state Medicaid agencies, and fiscal intermediaries, today announced its acquisition of Generations Homecare System.

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Fierce Healthcare

JULY 26, 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.

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HIT Consultant

JULY 26, 2024

What You Should Know: – Astrana Health , a leading technology-powered healthcare company acquires Collaborative Health Systems (CHS) , a management services organization serving over 129,000 beneficiaries across 17 states. – The strategic move will significantly expand Astrana’s care delivery capabilities and solidify its position as a key player in the value-based care market.

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Compliancy Group

JULY 26, 2024

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), heat is the leading cause of death among all hazardous weather conditions in the United States. According to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), there were approximately 1,602 heat-related deaths in the United States in 2021. This figure rose to 1,722 in 2022, and jumped to 2,302 in 2023.

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HIT Consultant

JULY 26, 2024

What You Should Know: – CoachCare , a provider of remote patient monitoring (RPM) and virtual care management solutions raises $48M in strategic growth investment led by Integrity Growth Partners (IGP). The funding will fuel the company’s expansion and enhance its platform to meet the growing demand for remote care solutions. Addressing the Rise of Chronic Disease The increasing prevalence of chronic conditions such as obesity, hypertension, and diabetes has placed a significant burden on

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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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Hanys

JULY 26, 2024

Key components of the CY 2025 Medicare outpatient payment proposed rule Aug. 1 Practical guidance to improve diagnostic quality and safety Aug. 8 Standing membership call on state and federal issues Aug. 20 Giving up the reins: Enhancing virtual nursing through change management Aug. 29 44th Annual Trustee Conference Sept.

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HIT Consultant

JULY 26, 2024

What You Should Know: – Medicom , a health tech company specializing in enterprise imaging interoperability, announced the successful completion of an oversubscribed strategic financing round. The funding round saw significant participation from healthcare industry leaders, including UPMC Enterprises and Tampa General Hospital Ventures along with expanded participation from existing investors Cone Health Ventures , Oval Park Capital and Grayhawk Capital , as well as local Triangle venture

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Hanys

JULY 26, 2024

DOH's July 11 letter to nursing homes identifies resources available to staff working with residents interested in returning to community life. Learn more about the letter, including DOH expectations for reviewing and distributing informational materials and the local contact agency to which nursing homes should refer residents who want to return to the community in our July 23 Member Update.

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HIT Consultant

JULY 26, 2024

What You Should Know: – Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) announced a strategic multi-year agreement with Google Cloud to accelerate healthcare innovation through advanced cloud infrastructure and AI capabilities. This expanded partnership builds upon an existing collaboration between Humana and Google Health, focused on population health and AI solutions. – While the financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed, the partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to transformi

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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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Hanys

JULY 26, 2024

The Academy for Healthcare Leadership Advancement combines HANYS' nationally recognized and in-depth healthcare industry knowledge with Cornell University's executive education expertise. Experience healthcare-focused, actionable learning from the best in the business — learn more and register today !

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Hall Render

JULY 26, 2024

Ardent Health Partners completed its initial public offering and shares are now trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ARDT ticker symbol. Ardent owns 30 acute care hospitals (18 are joint ventures), operates 200 sites of care and has 1,700 affiliated providers. Ardent’s operating model focuses on joint venture hospitals in mid-sized metropolitan cities.

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KFF

JULY 26, 2024

This fact sheet summarizes the major statutory requirements and policies pertaining to U.S. global family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH) efforts over time and identifies those currently in effect. These laws and policies collectively serve to direct how U.S.

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Hall Render

JULY 26, 2024

Ardent Health Partners completed its initial public offering and shares are now trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ARDT ticker symbol. Ardent owns 30 acute care hospitals (18 are joint ventures), operates 200 sites of care and has 1,700 affiliated providers. Ardent’s operating model focuses on joint venture hospitals in mid-sized metropolitan cities.

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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.

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Fierce Healthcare

JULY 26, 2024

On Thursday, Massachusetts Democratic Senator Ed Markey introduced strengthened legislation to reign in the actions of private equity firms that invest in healthcare facilities. | Following a bipartisan vote to launch an investigation into Steward Health Care, Senator Ed Markey and Representative Pramila Jayapal introduced legislation that would give HHS more authority over private equity investors in healthcare.

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Hall Render

JULY 26, 2024

NATIONAL AHA criticizes payment structure in Pay PCPs Act Chevron ruling may spark action on PBM legislation CMS toughens Medicaid oversight after ‘unwinding’ mess Health tech company Commure to acquire Augmedix in $139M deal as AI scribe competition heats up Health systems eye ‘multi-region model’ Healthcare is an ‘easy victim’ for ransomware attacks.

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Bill of Health

JULY 26, 2024

by Leslie P. Francis Right at the end of its term, the Supreme Court evaded resolving a conflict between Idaho and the federal government about abortions in emergencies. The immediate conflict in Moyle v. United States is whether federal restrictions on Medicare funds may require hospitals to perform abortions needed to prevent significant deterioration of a woman’s health.

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Hall Render

JULY 26, 2024

NATIONAL AHA criticizes payment structure in Pay PCPs Act Chevron ruling may spark action on PBM legislation CMS toughens Medicaid oversight after ‘unwinding’ mess Health tech company Commure to acquire Augmedix in $139M deal as AI scribe competition heats up Health systems eye ‘multi-region model’ Healthcare is an ‘easy victim’ for ransomware attacks.

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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.

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