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White House meets with UnitedHealth, industry groups on Change cyberattack fallout

Healthcare Dive

Officials called on payers to cut red tape and offer financial support to providers, including advanced payments.

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Planned community Lake Nona collects residents' data for longitudinal health study

Healthcare It News

Juan Santos, SVP of brand experience and innovation at the Tavistock Group, opened the Venture Connect Forum by discussing the community's collection of resident data to improve healthcare outcomes.

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Biden’s proposed budget for 2025 boosts cybersecurity funds, extends ACA subsidies

Healthcare Dive

The budget request includes proposals for “Medicaid-like” coverage in non-expansion states and future penalties for hospitals that don’t implement cybersecurity standards.

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South Dakota facility bringing cultural compassion to addiction treatment

Healthcare It News

ORLANDO – In a world of high addiction rates, mental healthcare crises and increasing suicide rates, one healthcare organization in South Dakota is trying something a little different.

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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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Is OI the New AI? Questions Surrounding “Brainoware”

Bill of Health

By Adithi Iyer The idea of artificial intelligence is just seeping into our collective consciousness, but as we watch new developments in the space, the true “new kid on the block” may be a new type of infused human-technology intelligence — one derived from a blob of cells no larger than a grain of rice. These new units of computational prowess are brain organoids, grown in-lab and capable of producing very basic, but real-time, neurological activity.

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Continuous Medicaid enrollment linked to less postpartum coverage loss, study finds

Healthcare Dive

States that have expanded Medicaid for a year after pregnancy might see similar coverage gains, researchers wrote.

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Telehealth equity key to addressing digital gaps

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

ORLANDO – Telehealth technology has advanced rapidly over the past few years, and while it's both popular and promising, it has also shined a light on the contrast between patient populations with and without adequate access and digital health literacy, the latter of which are less likely to engage in this type of medical care. That's where a digital equity strategy comes in.

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A Look at Sunoh’s Ambient Clinical Voice Solutions Including New EHR Integrations

Healthcare IT Today

One of the hottest topics in healthcare and particularly at the HIMSS 2024 conference is ambient clinical voice. We haven’t seen this much universal interest in a health IT product since the government offered $36 billion in stimulus money for EHR software. However, this feels very different since healthcare organizations are evaluating ambient clinical voice solutions on their merit versus chasing government money.

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HIMSS24: How Epic is building out AI, ambient technology for clinicians

Fierce Healthcare

ORLANDO — A year ago, at HIMSS23 in Las Vegas, Epic announced it was working with Microsoft to integrate large language model tools and AI into its electronic health record software. | AI technology in healthcare is rapidly evolving, and the potential for generative AI to free up time to focus more on patients is getting clinicians excited about technology, said Jacqueline Gerhart, M.D., Epic clinician and vice president of clinical informatics.

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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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Planned community Lake Nona collects residents' data for longitudinal health study

Mobi Health News

Juan Santos, SVP of brand experience and innovation at the Tavistock Group, opened the Venture Connect Forum by discussing the community's collection of resident data to improve healthcare outcomes.

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Eli Lilly partners with Amazon Pharmacy for home delivery of its weight loss, diabetes and migraine drugs

Fierce Healthcare

Eli Lilly is partnering with Amazon's pharmacy unit to offer home delivery for diabetes, migraine and obesity medications, including GLP-1 weight loss drug Zepbound. | Eli Lilly is partnering with Amazon's pharmacy unit to offer home delivery for diabetes, migraine and obesity medications, including GLP-1 weight loss drug Zepbound.

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Virtual agents, chatbots can improve care delivery, but trust is critical

Mobi Health News

Experts emphasized the value of proactive approaches, meaningful interactions and seamless connections to human support while using AI-enabled chatbots in healthcare.

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HiLabs closes $39M funding round as company enters 'next phase of growth'

Fierce Healthcare

HiLabs, an AI-powered health tech company helping plans improve member experience, raised $39 million in a series B financing round, led by growth equity firm Denali Growth Partners and VC firm Eig | An AI-powered health tech company helping drive down operational costs for healthcare organizations and improving member experience for payers pocketed $39 million in fresh funding.

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

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.

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Federal government launches investigation into UnitedHealth over Change hack

Becker's Health IT

The federal government is launching an investigation into UnitedHealth Group following the February cyberattack into its Change Healthcare subsidiary that has significantly affected providers' financial stability nationwide.

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Digital advancements in community nursing empower patients

Digital Health News

The integration of digital technologies in community nursing has become a pivotal part of patient care and accessibility to medical information.

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Takeaways from attaining health equity through coordination

Mobi Health News

At HIMSS24, experts discussed the value of cross-sector collaboration in delivering innovative care options to underserved communities.

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Concord Technologies Completes Acquisition of Biscom, Inc.

Healthcare IT Today

Concord Technologies Completes Acquisition of Biscom, Inc. to Create a New Industry Leader in the Secure Transmission and Intelligent Handling of Protected Information Concord Technologies (Concord) , a leading provider of secure document exchange and workflow automation solutions, has acquired Biscom, Inc. (Biscom) , a leader in on-premises enterprise fax and secure file transfer solutions.

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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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We need to take scapegoating out of cyber says Phil Huggins

Digital Health News

Phil Huggins told the Rewired24 audience that we “need to take scapegoating out of cyber” and understand how cyber incidents happen and how things go wrong.

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Feds Launches Investigation of Change Healthcare Cybersecurity Attack

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has announced an investigation into the recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare , a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group (UHG). – The cybersecurity attack has significantly disrupted healthcare billing and information systems nationwide, potentially impacting patient care.

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Appeals court affirms Arkansas law against drugmakers' 340B contract pharmacy restrictions

Fierce Healthcare

A federal appellate court upheld an Arkansas law prohibiting drugmakers from restricting 340B drug discounts for providers using contract pharmacies, potentially setting up other states to pass sim | A pharmaceutical industry trade group had argued that the state's 2021 law was preempted by the federal legislation outlining the drug discount program.

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Availity Processes More Than $5B in Claims Stuck with Change Healthcare

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The Change Healthcare cybersecurity breach continues to disrupt the healthcare industry three weeks after the initial incident. Hospitals, physicians, pharmacists, and health plans are struggling to maintain operations amidst logistical and financial challenges. Patients nationwide face uncertainty regarding their ability to receive necessary care. – Availity , the nation’s largest real-time health information network, has emerged as a key resource in he

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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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Clover Health trends upwards after fourth quarter earnings, posts adjusted EBITDA loss of $19M

Fierce Healthcare

Insurtech Clover Health execs are reiterating their path to profitability is headed in the right direction. | Supported by a much-improved medical cost ratio, Clover Health execs expect to hit adjusted EBITDA profitability this year.

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New Research Leverages AI/ML and Sensor Technologies

HealthIT Answers

By Frank A. Fornari PhD - While physical activity, physical therapy, and structured exercise have long been considered effective treatments for Parkinson’s disease, their efficacy has been difficult to scientifically establish due to the inability to measure changes. The post New Research Leverages AI/ML and Sensor Technologies appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Cromwell Hospital pioneers Apple Vision Pro tool in UK surgery

Digital Health News

Apple Vision Pro has been used by Cromwell Hospital to increase surgical delivery efficiency, through equipment and workflow accuracy.

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AI: Patients Included

Health Populi

“Clinical transformation with AI is easier without patients.” When Dr. Grace Cordovano heard this statement on a panel of physicians convening to share perspectives on the future of AI in health care held in early March 2024, the board-certified patient advocate felt, in her words, “insulted on behalf of the patient communities I know that are working tirelessly to advance AI that works for them.” “The healthcare ecosystem and policy landscape must formally recognize patients as end-

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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.