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Insurers brace for continued Medicare Advantage medical costs

Healthcare Dive

The big question coming out of the health insurance earnings season is how much elevated utilization among seniors will carry over into 2024.

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Parkview Health brings diabetic retinopathy tests closer to the patients

Healthcare It News

Living with diabetes is challenging. So is treating it, with a myriad of factors determining or influencing a person’s health. THE PROBLEM In addition, those living with diabetes must take care of themselves by performing daily, monthly, quarterly and yearly tasks to stay ahead of the chronic condition. These include: Checking their feet Reading food labels Walking after meals Taking medication(s) in the right dose at the right time Meeting with a dietitian to assure they have the right nu

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Should a Psychedelic Therapist Be Able to Continue Therapy for Their Patients Beyond Formal Integration Sessions?

Bill of Health

By Samuel Hatfield Psilocybin and MDMA were recently rescheduled in Australia for clinical use, leading many mental health professionals to question how psychedelic therapy will work in practice. As part of a research team at the University of Sydney, I recently interviewed as number of experts in the field, with the aim of developing a comprehensive taxonomy of matters relating to psychedelic therapy that are or could be regulated.

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China Medical University Hospital leverages Google's genAI for cancer care

Healthcare It News

China Medical University Hospital is leveraging Google Cloud's generative AI to support its doctors in providing cancer care. A formal collaboration between CMUH and Google Cloud was signed in December last year to use MedLM , a healthcare-specific gen AI based on the large language model, Med-PaLM 2. MedLM, which intelligence has been proven comparable to licensed doctors by scoring 85% on the MedQA-USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination), has become the foundation of the CMUH&#

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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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Ukrainian national pleads guilty in Vermont hospital ransomware attack

Healthcare Dive

The attack against the University of Vermont Medical Center in 2020 cost the hospital millions of dollars and limited operations for weeks.

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No Surprises implementation created uptick in in-network claims: Fair Health

Healthcare Dive

From the fourth quarter of 2021 to the first quarter of 2022, in-network care as a percentage of all national claim lines increased 2.3%, the nonprofit found.

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Over a hundred Romanian hospitals affected by ransomware attack

Digital Health News

Over a hundred hospitals in Romania were hit by a ransomware attack last week, with some forced to take their systems offline and use pen and paper.

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Ascension posts $231M in quarterly operating income as labor costs come down

Healthcare Dive

The Catholic health system attributed its results to increased patient volumes and successful cost-cutting initiatives.

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Inovalon Acquires VigiLanz, a Leading Clinical Surveillance and Patient Safety SaaS and Data Company

Healthcare IT Today

Acquisition Expands Inovalon’s Offerings, Enhancing Solutions for Hospitals, Clinical Facilities, Clinicians, and Life Sciences Inovalon , a leading provider of cloud-based software solutions empowering data-driven healthcare, today announced the acquisition of VigiLanz , an industry-leading, rapidly growing SaaS-based clinical surveillance and patient safety software and data company.

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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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No Surprises Act rollout coincided with an uptick in in-network claims: FAIR Health

Fierce Healthcare

As the No Surprises Act took full effect, the number of in-network claims processes grew notably, according to a new analysis from FAIR Health. | As the No Surprises Act took full effect, the number of in-network claims processes grew notably, according to a new analysis from FAIR Health.

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The Digital Front Door in Healthcare Doesn’t Work Without Data from Across Systems

Healthcare IT Today

While it may be true that the EHR is the main tool for a clinician, the same is not true for patients. Patient data is stored in a wide variety of systems including a CRM, health system website, secure messaging systems, call center systems, survey systems, mobile apps, iPads in the doctor’s office, kiosks, and much more. Plus, patients are engaging with the healthcare system on social media, on ratings and review websites, through ads, and other third party websites.

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Flow Neuroscience trials drug-free depression treatment for NHS clinicians

Digital Health News

An NHS trial that uses transcranial direct current stimulation treatment from Flow Neurosciences to treat depression is to be expanded to NHS clinicians.

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MA governor orders Steward Health Care to disclose withheld financial documents, says it must exit state 'as soon as possible'

Fierce Healthcare

MA governor orders Steward Health Care to disclose withheld financial documents, says it must exit state 'as soon as possible' dmuoio Tue, 02/20/2024 - 16:37

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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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Good Law Project sues NHSE over heavily redacted Palantir FDP contract

Digital Health News

The Good Law Project has taken legal action over NHS England's heavily redacted contract with US data giant Palantir to operate the Federated Data Platform.

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Digital health company Siftwell Analytics secures $5.8M in funding round

Fierce Healthcare

Siftwell Analytics, a company providing insights to community health plans to help improve member outcomes, has secured $5.8 million in the company's first venture capital funding round. | A digital health company built to help community plans utilize their data more efficiently raised nearly $6 million in a recent funding round.

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Pitchfest entrant EarSwitch joins innovative devices pilot

Digital Health News

Pitchfest 2024 entrant EarSwitch has been selected to join a pilot programme to help speed up access to innovative technology.

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Ascension escapes last year's losses with higher per-patient revenues, tempered cost growth

Fierce Healthcare

Halfway through its 2024 fiscal year, Ascension has turned its operations around to the tune of about half a billion dollars. | The Catholic giant logged recurring operating margins of 3% for the quarter and 0.3% for the midway point of its current fiscal year.

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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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Law enforcement seizes healthcare hacker gang's servers

Becker's Health IT

International law enforcement operation seized the infrastructure of LockBit, a ransomware gang known for targeting the U.S. healthcare industry, Gov Info Security reported Feb. 19.

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ACOs want increased participation of long-term and post-acute care providers

Fierce Healthcare

Accountable care organizations are calling on the feds to increase participation of long-term and post-acute care providers in ACOs and to better incorporate episodic-based payments. | Payers, providers, ACO leaders and advocacy groups convened to discuss how to improve long-term and post-acute care participation in ACOs. These were their recommendations to CMS.

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Bioptimus launches with $35M to create an AI foundation model for biology

Mobi Health News

The company was founded by former Google DeepMind and Owkin scientists.

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Lawmakers grill VA, Oracle leaders over pharmacy-related patient safety issues

Fierce Healthcare

A year after hitting the pause button on a multi-billion-dollar health tech project at the Department of Veterans Affairs, federal lawmakers continue to have serious concerns about pharmacy softwar | A year after hitting the pause button on a multi-billion-dollar health tech project at the Department of Veterans Affairs, federal lawmakers continue to have serious concerns about pharmacy software issues that could impact patient safety.

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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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Detect-Ion contracted to develop spectral chemical threat detection device

Mobi Health News

The company signed a research contract with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence's Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity.

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MRO’s Dedication to Interoperability Meets CareFirst for Healthcare Interoperability

MRO Compliance

Today Sandy Vance talks with Mo Weitnauer, the chief product officer for MRO Corporation. MRO’s partnership with CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield unlocks the potential of payer-provider data exchange for organizations to improve financial performance and healthcare delivery. Cutting-edge automation techniques and standardized APIs are being used to enhance accuracy and optimize performance for both payers and providers.

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Mass General Brigham’s investment income boosted Q1 earnings

Healthcare Dive

But operating expenses — including increases in supply and wage costs — continued to pressure the nonprofit.

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Siftwell Analytics Secures $5.8M for AI-Powered Community Health Plan Analytics

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Siftwell Analytics , a healthcare technology company founded by industry veterans, announced today the successful closing of its seed funding round totaling $5.8M. – This significant investment, led by AlleyCorp, Arkin Digital Health, Tau Ventures, and The Charlotte Fund, underscores the growing demand for Siftwell’s innovative approach to population health management.

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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.