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Vendor Notebook: Salesforce extends AI to public health services, DrFirst acquires Myndshft

Healthcare It News

Improvements in public health case administration, faster prior authorizations for specialty medications and rideshare delivery of lab kits for wellness are just a few interesting goals making vendor news in April. Salesforce for public health and other government agencies could integrate natural language processing to ease administrative burdens and generate richer case files.

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FDA finalizes lab developed test rule despite industry opposition

Healthcare Dive

Risks associated with the tests have increased, requiring greater oversight to protect patients, the agency contends.

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HIMSSCast: The need for home care continues

Healthcare It News

A nurse by training, Tim Ashe, chief clinical officer at Wellsky, knows the challenges that burnout, staffing shortages and bed capacity have on clinicians and the health system.

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How AI can be a catalyst for building a change-ready culture

Healthcare Dive

Top healthcare organizations use three proven strategies to strengthen culture while integrating AI.

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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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The Health Foundation: technologies clinicians say can save the NHS time

Digital Health News

Research from The Health Foundation has explored the technologies saving clinicians time right now, and those that have potential for the future.

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Empowering healthcare providers against rising payer denials

Healthcare Dive

The rise in denial rates is more than a mere statistic; it's a symptom of a broader systemic challenge that calls for strategic foresight and robust expertise.

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FTC broadens health breach notification rule to include apps

Healthcare Dive

Regulators have been pursuing more enforcement actions against health applications sharing consumers’ data. Friday’s final rule should give those actions more heft.

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FTC Strengthens Health Data Breach Notification Rule to Protect Consumers

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized significant changes to the Health Breach Notification Rule (HBNR) , aiming to improve consumer protection in the digital age. – These updates clarify the rule’s application to modern technologies like health apps and expand the information healthcare providers must disclose in the event of a data breach.

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Rising inpatient volumes boosted HCA’s first-quarter earnings

Healthcare Dive

The Nashville, Tennessee-based operator is the latest for-profit system to report stronger than expected inpatient volumes and tempered expenses.

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Q&A: Microsoft's AI for Good Lab on AI biases and regulation

Mobi Health News

Juan Lavista Ferres, head of Microsoft’s AI for Good Lab, sat down with MobiHealthNews to discuss his book on ethically using AI to impact humanity positively.

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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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Patient Experience Insights – Healthcare IT Today Podcast Episode 139

Healthcare IT Today

For the 139th episode of the Healthcare IT Today Podcast we are talking about the patient experience! Putting patients first and focusing on the patient experience is something a lot of organizations have been talking about as a priority for a while now, but do they really mean it? We kick off this episode by diving into this topic and debating whether or not organizations truly care about the patient experience.

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Here's what 'fair allocation' for GLP-1s and other weight loss drugs could look like

Fierce Healthcare

Demand for GLP-1s and other weight loss drugs has yet to subside, and a new study aims to establish an ethical framework that can be used to ensure the patients who need these therapies can access | A new study aims to establish an ethical framework that can be used to ensure the patients who need these therapies can access them amid shortages.

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Lean Digital: How Apps and Services Can Help Control Weight

Healthcare IT Today

Is anyone not obsessed with weight? The health care field certainly is. Researchers have found ties between high body weight and an oversized list of unhealthy conditions. Payers have invested enormous amounts of money in decreasing individuals’ body weights. A Congressional bill would promote behavioral therapy for obesity and extend Medicare coverage for drugs treating obesity.

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Healthcare Cybersecurity: 5 Steps to Prepare for a Ransomware Attack

HIT Consultant

Jim Broome, President and CTO, DirectDefense It’s not a matter of if but when an organization will face a security incident. In 2023, the healthcare industry faced its toughest year, with over 124 million health records breached in a total of 725 hacking incidents, according to The HIPAA Journal. This trend shouldn’t come as a surprise given how hospitals and medical offices are relatively lucrative and easy targets for cyberattacks due to the combination of outsourced services and soluti

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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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Brightside Health Raises Strategic Series C, Welcomes Trip Hofer to Board of Directors

Healthcare IT Today

With Over $100M in Total Funding, the Telemental Health Company is Poised for its Next Phase of Growth Telemental health company Brightside Health today announced a strategic Series C raise led by S32, as well as the appointment of industry titan Trip Hofer to the Board of Directors to advise on go-to-market strategy and execution. This news builds on the company’s recent momentum, including new and expanded payer partnerships to support Medicaid and Medicare lives and notable results for its

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NHS algorithm to enable patients to issue their own sick notes

Digital Health News

Changes have been proposed to the existing sick note system, that would see an NHS algorithm enable patients to generate their own sick note.

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Health Data Analytics Firm Reports 1.1-Million Record MSP Data Breach

HIPAA Journal

A Portland, ME-based accounting and consulting firm has recently reported a data breach to the Maine Attorney General that involved the personal information of 1,107,354 individuals. Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC (BerryDunn) provides health data analytics services to healthcare providers, health insurers, and government regulatory and healthcare policy agencies and its clients provide BerryDunn with personal and health data to allow the firm to perform its contracted services.

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Oracle's move to Nashville for its world HQ signals broader ambitions for healthcare

Fierce Healthcare

"It's the center of the industry we're most concerned about, which is the healthcare industry," Oracle chairman Larry Ellison said.

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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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The Digital Advantage: Augmenting the Healthcare Customer Experience

HIT Consultant

Becky Watkins, Senior VP of Client Solutions of ResultsCX When interacting with industries such as retail, hospitality, and finance, we’ve all become accustomed to quick, effective, and personalized customer service. It’s no surprise that when it comes to healthcare, consumers are now seeking a better customer experience on par with the quality of the clinical care they have come to expect.

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FTC Issues Final Rule Updating Health Breach Notification Rule

HIPAA Journal

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule on April 26, 2024, that updates the FTC Health Breach Notification Rule. The update includes revised definitions that encompass health apps and other technologies not covered by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), clarification of what the FTC considers a breach of security, new requirements for the content of breach notifications, changes to the timeframe for issuing notifications, and an expansion of the permit

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Teladoc reports a 3% increase in revenue to $646M in Q1 2024

Mobi Health News

The telemedicine giant reported a net loss of $81.9 million in the first quarter of the year and a 20% increase in EBITDA year-over-year.

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AI Predicts Patient Decline 8 Hours Early: CLEW’s Platform Now Available

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – CLEW , a provider of clinical intelligence and predictive surveillance, has announced the general availability of its FDA-cleared AI platform. – The FDA-cleared AI platform empowers healthcare providers with the ability to identify patients at risk of deterioration up to eight hours earlier than traditional methods.

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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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Ring-type sensor in Singapore measures skin feel

Mobi Health News

The wearable device enables scientists to hasten their analysis of skincare cosmetic products by up to 10 times.

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GE HealthCare’s Portrait VSM Vital Signs Monitor Receives FDA Clearance

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – GE HealthCare has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its innovative Portrait VSM vital signs monitor. This portable device promises to revolutionize patient care by offering clinicians a more efficient and accurate way to track patients’ health. – The Portrait VSM builds upon GE HealthCare’s trusted DINAMAP legacy, utilizing the proven SuperSTAT non-invasive blood pressure algorithm for precise and reliable readings.

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MultiPlan, major payers again accused of conspiring to limit provider reimbursement

Fierce Healthcare

MultiPlan is in the legal crosshairs of another healthcare system over contracts and services provided to partner health plans that providers have described as collusive and anticompetitive. | Allegiance Health Management is the latest provider organization to come out against MultiPlan's out-of-network claim repricing business. Its class action filed last week also lists UnitedHealth, Elevance and Aetna among its defendants.

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Hacker infiltrates emails of 23 employees at California health system

Becker's Health IT

Learn how a recent phishing attack on a Los Angeles health system compromised patient information after 23 employees fell for a fake link.

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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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Using Technology to Eliminate Confusion From HIPAA Spreadsheets

Compliancy Group

Healthcare organizations are continuously struggling with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance for three seemingly simple reasons: organization, utilization of security measures, and auditing efforts. While these are all simple aspects of handling and tracking healthcare data, many office and practice managers are still seeking solutions to help streamline data security and training efforts and all of their compliance monitoring and reporting.

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NursesNOW Roundup April 2024

HealthIT Answers

Our monthly round up of nurses news, from the associations, providers, hospital systems, and nurses themselves. The post NursesNOW Roundup April 2024 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Which Section of the OSH Act Prevents Employers Discriminating Against Employees?

HIPAA Journal

Section 11(c) of the OSH Act prevents employers discriminating against employees when they exercise their rights to engage in a protected activity as defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Act. However, before filing an 11(c) complaint with OSHA, it is important to understand what activities are protected and what OSHA defines as discrimination.

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Civitas 2024 Annual Conference

HealthIT Answers

Starts October 15th - Join Civitas Networks for Health for their 2024 Annual Conference –"Bridging Data and Doing" at the Detroit Renaissance Marriott Hotel and Convention Center. Early bird registration open through May 31st! The post Civitas 2024 Annual Conference appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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.