Wed.Sep 18, 2024

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US is drastically behind other wealthy nations on healthcare, despite spending the most

Healthcare Dive

The Commonwealth Fund analyzed the healthcare systems of 10 nations and found the U.S. ranked last in access to care, health outcomes and overall. The U.S. “really is in a class by itself,” one researcher said.

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Clinical IT leaders on meeting CMS' mandate for patient data access

Healthcare It News

Making health data more accessible to patients – not to mention doctors and health plans – is a priority for all hospitals and health systems today, as the final Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Interoperability Rule mandates patient access. But patients across the country know getting access to their health information is often challenging.

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CHS subsidiary to acquire 10 urgent care centers

Healthcare Dive

Community Health Systems is the latest for-profit health system to invest in urgent care, following peers like HCA and Tenet.

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Full coverage: HIMSS24 APAC Health Conference & Exhibition

Healthcare It News

HIMSS24 APAC Healthcare industry movers and shakers in Asia-Pacific will gather in one of the world's biggest technology hubs – Seoul. From 1 to 4 October 2024, our reporters will be onsite to keep you updated on pressing discussions around artificial intelligence and innovations in smart hospital development. Stay posted on our coverage on this page.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

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!

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Amazon expands digital health benefits program with Talkspace partnership

Healthcare Dive

Talkspace is the second company on Amazon’s marketplace. The program launched this year with a partnership with chronic condition management firm Omada Health.

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Call for NHS App to reach its potential, following Lord Darzi critique

Digital Health News

Healthcare leaders have urged NHS England to unleash the full potential of the NHS App, following critique from Lord Aria Darzi.

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J&J threatened with sanctions over plan to rebate 340B drugs

Healthcare Dive

The HHS agency that oversees the 340B drug discount program is threatening Johnson and Johnson with steep fines — and loss of access to Medicare and Medicaid — if it stops giving hospitals upfront discounts.

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Bipartisan telehealth extension bill passes in House committee

Fierce Healthcare

A critical telehealth extension bill passed in a House markup hearing Wednesday, but it's far from the only activity in Congress this week.

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How Intelligent Internal Communications Can Help Healthcare Save Billions

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Dr. Brittany Barhite, VP, Communication & Brand Experience at Firstup Effective communication is the lifeblood of any organization. In healthcare, poor communication not only hampers efficiency but also can translate into substantial financial losses. According to a study by the University of Maryland’s Robert H.

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Healthy.io, National Kidney Foundation team up to promote early disease detection, using tech to reach at-risk people

Fierce Healthcare

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HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends

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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Digital forms for emergency care launched in the Midlands

Digital Health News

Digital forms have been rolled out across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to enable personalised clinical care during emergencies.

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CGMs Through Medical Benefits: Improved Adherence and Cost Savings for Diabetes Patients, New Research Shows

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – A research study by CCS , a leading chronic care management company, reveals that patients receiving continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices through medical benefits experience superior adherence and lower costs compared to those accessing them through pharmacy benefits. – The JMIR Diabetes research — Exploring Real-World Adherence and Cost Implications of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Patients with Diabetes: Impact of Device Sourcing , highlights the c

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Healthcare AI experts confirmed as speakers for Rewired 2025

Digital Health News

Three of the UK’s stand-out pioneers in applying AI, machine learning and data analytics to healthcare will speak at Rewired 2025.

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Dandelion Health Launches Clinical AI Marketplace + GLP-1 Study

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Dandelion Health , a real-world data (RWD) and clinical AI platform, today announced findings from a study that suggests GLP-1 medications may be effective in preventing cardiovascular disease (CVD) in a significantly larger population than previously thought. – This research, conducted using validated AI on Dandelion’s newly launched Clinical AI Marketplace , opens the door for a new era of precision medicine and personalized care in cardiometabolic dis

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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers

Every health care provider that accepts federal payments must screen for excluded providers. Use this sample Exclusion Screening Checklist and Compliance Policy to evaluate and improve your organization’s compliance with the law. Payments from Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare trigger screening requirements that may extend to employees, contractors, volunteers, board members, and network providers.

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Why you should find the time to mentor aspiring digital leaders

Digital Health News

Informal mentoring from digital leaders helped land physiotherapist Ben Jeeves his first job in digital. Now he is mentoring the next generation - and getting a huge amount back.

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(UI) Health Care Deploys Nabla’s Ambient AI Asst. Across Enterprise

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Nabla , the leading ambient AI assistant for clinicians, today announced University of Iowa (UI) Health Care, Iowa’s only comprehensive academic health system, has rolled out Nabla’s ambient AI assistant system-wide following a successful pilot. – By making advanced ambient AI technology available for all its clinicians, UI Health Care deepens its focus on leveraging advanced technology to improve patient care, clinician well-being, and the future of

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Ascension's spring ransomware attack stunts FY24 financial recovery

Fierce Healthcare

Ascension’s finances were on track for strong recovery until cybersecurity issues threw a wrench in its operations and revenues. | The Catholic giant logged a $1.8 billion operating loss for its most recent fiscal year, but was trending much closer to even prior to May, according to its latest financial filings.

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Accenture Federal Services Wins $190M Contract to Support PEPFAR’s Global Fight Against AIDS

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Accenture Federal Services has been awarded a substantial $190 million contract from the U.S. Department of State. – The company will provide critical data and systems engineering support to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a program widely recognized for its success in combating the global HIV/AIDS crisis.

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Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data

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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Health Care Data Wars: Stretching the Regulations on Information Blocking and The New Burdens of AI

Healthcare IT Today

The previous article in this series explained how Real Time Medical Systems, Inc. raised the ire of PointClickCare Technologies, Inc. and was prevented from using bots and screen scraping to get access to patient data. Now we’ll see how Real Time responded and look at the new burdens that AI is placing on health care as revealed by the case. One of the key goals of health care reform, going back to HIPAA in 1996 and particularly the HITECH act of 2009, is to allow the free flow of patient

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Rep. Buddy Carter discusses add-ons, W&M reconciliation and Senate possibilities for two-year telehealth extension

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This Week’s Health IT Jobs – September 18, 2024

Healthcare IT Today

It can be very overwhelming scrolling though job board after job board in search of a position that fits your wants and needs. Let us take that stress away by finding a mix of great health IT jobs for you! We hope you enjoy this look at some of the health IT jobs we saw healthcare organizations trying to fill this week. Here’s a quick look at some of the health IT jobs we found: Adoption Specialist – IMCS Group Inpatient Systems Analyst/Epic Orders – South Shore Health Sr Staff

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Study: Prescribing continuous glucose monitors under medical benefit may improve outcomes

Fierce Healthcare

If a patient receives a continuous glucose monitor device through their medical benefit, they may be more adherent and may have lower costs, according to a new analysis. | If a patient receives a continuous glucose monitor device through their medical benefit, they may be more adherent and may have lower costs, according to a new analysis.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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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Fabric Acquires TeamHealth VirtualCare, Expands Virtual Healthcare Footprint

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Fabric , a frontrunner in healthcare technology has acquired TeamHealth VirtualCare, a virtual care provider licensed nationwide and part of TeamHealth, a prominent physician practice group in the United States. – The strategic move marks Fabric’s fourth acquisition in 18 months, reinforcing its dedication to providing top-tier, accessible virtual healthcare services to payers, employers, and health systems.

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7 Behaviors of Health Systems Who are the Most Successful with Digital Health

HealthIT Answers

Joshua Liu MD explains seven behaviors of health systems who are the most successful with digital health. The post 7 Behaviors of Health Systems Who are the Most Successful with Digital Health appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Maximizing ROI on IT Required by CMS Rule 0057 Takes a Village

Fierce Healthcare

The scope of CMS’s most recent rule on interoperability, CMS-0057-F, is broad, ranging from payer APIs to bi-directional information exchanges needed for prior authorization to public reporting.

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Sharing Health Data Update September 2024

HealthIT Answers

Moving our healthcare system into the digital age, better outcomes, controlling and reducing costs, and patient access to their health data. Our monthly HIE rundown includes updates on TEFCA, HIE networks, job openings and vendor contracts. The post Sharing Health Data Update September 2024 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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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Responsible AI in Healthcare: Duke Health & SAS Partner with CHAI & TRAIN

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Duke Health , a renowned healthcare system, and SAS , a global leader in data and AI, have formalized a two-year collaboration to leverage cutting-edge technology to transform healthcare operations and patient care. – Following successful partnerships with industry leaders such as Microsoft and nference, Duke Health’s collaboration with SAS aims to create innovative AI-powered tools.

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A Sea-Change is Coming in How Laboratory-Developed Tests are Regulated – Is your Lab Ready?

HealthIT Answers

By Inga Rose & and Aaron Schlum - On May 6, FDA published a final rule that will change the way laboratory-developed tests are regulated. The rule phases out the agency’s general policy of “enforcement discretion” and mandates that, across five stages within the next four years, LDTs will be beholden to the same regulatory requirements as in vitro diagnostics.

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Mevo Raises $19M to Revolutionize Digital Prescriptions in Brazil

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Mevo , a digital prescription platform in Brazil, announced today that it has raised $19M in Series B funding. – The investment round was led by Matrix , with participation from Jefferson River Capital (former Blackstone President and current Costco chairman, Tony James’ family office), and existing investors Floating Point and IKJ Capital.

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How to Use TPE Plans for Compliance Auditing and Monitoring 

YouCompli

When conducting their periodic risk assessments, most compliance professionals use the OIG’s Work Plan or recent DOJ enforcement actions to help determine how best to deploy time and resources on auditing and monitoring efforts. There’s another incredibly helpful resource that some might not be as familiar with: the list of services that Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) include in their Target, Probe and Educate (TPE) plan.

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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.