Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The Illinois-based pharmacy giant has agreed to pay almost $107 million to settle claims it billed Medicare, Medicaid and other government programs for prescriptions that were never dispensed.
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
To mark World Patient Safety Day on September 17, the patient-led Light Collective plans to lead discussions in Washington, D.C., designed to help ensure that patient concerns about health data aggregation are given the stage. WHY IT MATTERS Large corporations and social media platforms continue to aggregate patient data and profit from it, the collective says.
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Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
How resilient and redundant systems keep health data flowing during a crisis (like cyber-attacks).
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
There's help for providers who want to help aging patients navigate complex government websites and access the information and resources they need to overcome isolation, lack of transportation and limited financial resources barring full access to healthcare opportunities. By making use of technologies such as artificial intelligence, providers can empower senior patients with the extra guidance and support that informs them and gets them to the point of care, according to Karl Ulfers, cofou
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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.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Learn how mentorship drives success in healthcare. Dr. Theo Koury shares his personal journey and insights.
Health Care Compliance Brief brings together the best content for health law & compliance professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Health plans are set to rake in $11.8 billion in Medicare Advantage quality bonus payments, according to a new analysis from KFF.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Enterprise Taxonomy: Telehealth Operations Patient Access Population and Public Health Quality Care Business Care Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
New Jersey-based Hackensack Meridian Health is teaming up with K Health to launch a new 24/7 virtual primary care service to provide easier access to the health system's clinicians. | New Jersey-based Hackensack Meridian Health is teaming up with K Health to launch a new 24/7 virtual service to provide easier access to the health system's clinicians for primary care.
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Knack Global (Knack) , an industry-leading provider of tech-enabled, end-to-end revenue cycle management (RCM) solutions, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Merrick Management, Inc. (Merrick). Founded in 1975 with offices in Lexington, Kentucky, Merrick provides comprehensive RCM, practice management, accounting, and tax services to anesthesia providers across the southeast.
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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.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
A large portion of physicians say they are toying with plans to leave their current position in the near future—a tough issue for healthcare organizations keenly aware of a practitioner shortage pr | About 35% of doctors said they are likely to walk out the door within the next five years, with about 60% saying they’re likely to leave clinical practice wholesale, according to a recent McKinsey survey.
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
A "deployment blockage" in the NHS is preventing AI from being adopted at scale, according to an NHS consultant clinical scientist.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) on Monday released its annual insurance rankings, with just five plans evaluated earning top marks. | The National Committee for Quality Assurance on Monday released its annual insurance rankings, with just five plans evaluated earning top marks.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Aidan Simister, Co-Founder and CEO of Lepide In 2023, HIPAA fines amounted to $4,176,500, which is a rise of over $2,000,000 in 2022. So yes, HIPAA fines have doubled. But why? Technology in healthcare has been a constant battle between progress and pain, and the relationship has grown increasingly complex over recent years. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is one of the most well known regulatory frameworks in the healthcare industry, and it establishes safeguards
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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.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Walgreens has agreed to a $106.8 million settlement over drug prescriptions that were billed to government programs but never dispensed, the Department of Justice announced Friday. | The government acknowledged Walgreens' cooperation in disclosing its improperly received payments and refunding $66 million, for which it received a credit toward the settlement amount.
Becker's Health IT
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Alaska hospital takes action after two alarming hacking incidents. Learn how Petersburg Medical Center boosted cybersecurity measures to prevent future hacks.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Cigna is rolling out a new "E-Treatment" program for its members in partnership with its MDLIVE unit. | Cigna is rolling out a new "E-Treatment" program for its members in partnership with its MDLIVE unit.
Bill of Health
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
We are delighted to welcome a new group of Student Fellows to the Petrie-Flom Center family: Spencer Andrews, Zain Khalid, Abeer Malik, Rebekah Ninan, Rupa Palanki, and Jessica Samuels. These six students are a fantastic cohort of scholars who join us from Harvard Law School and Harvard Medical School. Each will undertake a year-long research project with mentorship from Center faculty and affiliates and will blog here at Bill of Health regularly.
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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?
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Combating healthcare burnout while enhancing patient care cbroadwell Mon, 09/16/2024 - 12:49
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Ryan Self, VP Advisory Services at Strata Decision Technology Healthcare organizations have access to a wealth of data, yet 92% of healthcare professionals say organizations should do more to leverage financial and operational data to inform strategic decisions, according to a recent report. Integrating financial analytics into decision-making processes is increasingly vital as hospitals and health systems nationwide contend with high costs, narrow margins, shifts in patient demand, and other fi
Electronic Health Reporter
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By David Sampson, VP of Cyber Risk & Strategy, Thrive. In February, hackers took Change Healthcare offline in one of the most high-profile and wide-reaching cyberattacks to date. Change Healthcare serves hundreds of thousands of […] The article How to Reduce Cyber Risk in Healthcare Organizations appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
What You Should Know: – Sonio , a medtech company dedicated to women’s and children’s health, announced today that it has received CE marking for its innovative product, Sonio Detect. – The AI-powered software, already available in the United States, is now poised to enhance ultrasound examinations and improve care quality in France and throughout Europe.
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
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
For the 149th episode of the Healthcare IT Today Podcast we are talking about the recent Epic UGM Conference ! We kick this episode off by sharing what the experience was like at Epic UGM. Then we discuss what direction Epic is going moving forward. Next, we talk about some of the areas we can potentially see experience Epic disruption such as payer platform, nurse scheduling, virtual rounding and virtual sitting, etc.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
What You Should Know: – New Jersey’s leading health network, Hackensack Meridian Health, is set to revolutionize primary care access with the upcoming launch of HMH 24/7, an AI-driven platform that seamlessly integrates virtual and in-person care. – This new primary care initiative is a response to the evolving landscape of healthcare delivery, offering patients a convenient and connected way to manage their health.
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The following is a guest article by Kayt Leonard, Global Health Care Strategic Advisor at SAS The healthcare industry in the United States is no stranger to regulatory changes. As we reach the mid-point of 2024 and look towards 2025, it’s not a secret that the healthcare landscape is set to undergo significant transformations – both from a regulatory and legislative perspective.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Murray Brozinsky, Partner at Ageis Ventures What You Should Know: – Aegis Ventures , a prominent venture studio based in New York, announced today that Murray Brozinsky has joined its leadership team as a Partner. – Brozinsky brings a wealth of experience in launching, leading, and successfully exiting several health technology companies, including Healthline, Talix, and Conversa Health.
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