Tue.Jun 18, 2024

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Amazon expands drug subscription program to Medicare members

Healthcare Dive

RxPass is now available to more than 50 million Medicare members after Amazon brought it into compliance with the insurance program’s regulatory standards.

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Color Health uses OpenAI to develop cancer screening copilot for doctors

Healthcare It News

Color Health, a genetic testing company, is using OpenAI's newest, less expensive, large language model to equip doctors with pretreatment workup expertise that could speed up prior authorization requests for cancer screening diagnostics and get patients into treatment faster. The company has also partnered with the University of California San Francisco to study how the cancer copilot tool performs in surfacing early warning signs, seemingly incongruous red flags and other pertinent details

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Uninsured rate expected to hit 8.9% over next decade, CBO finds

Healthcare Dive

New government projections chart the dogged rise in the nation’s uninsured rate as policies that swelled healthcare coverage during the coronavirus pandemic expire.

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Patient apps improve healthcare delivery

Healthcare It News

Connected care through the Memorial Healthcare System's mobile application gets patients engaged and taking more control of their care, and by feeding data to EHRs, can also help to save nurses time, says Jesus Diaz, director of nursing 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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CMS to end Change Healthcare cyberattack financial relief program

Healthcare Dive

The Medicare funding program, which launched in March to ease cash flow challenges for providers, will stop accepting applications July 12.

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Price transparency enforcement is a shared responsibility

Healthcare Dive

A principal strategist at Turquoise Health argues that regulatory enforcement is crucial for hospitals to post files compliant with price transparency goals.

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AHIP 2024: Not just a buzzword—payers envision AI’s future

Fierce Healthcare

You can’t spell AHIP without AI. | Health insurance executives are captivated by artificial intelligences' use cases. Here's where they see advancements on the horizon.

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Lawmakers ask Department of Labor to protect Steward workers

Healthcare Dive

Steward has a vested interest in keeping workers happy. Its assets, which the health system plans to sell this summer, could lose value if physicians quit.

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Novant Health gives up $320M hospital deal after FTC secures appeals court injunction

Fierce Healthcare

Novant Health is throwing in the towel on its $320 million plan to purchase two Community Health Systems hospitals after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) scored an injunction on the deal from an | "With the FTC’s continued roadblocks we do not see a way to finalize this transaction," a spokesperson for the nonprofit system said Tuesday.

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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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Streamlining Hospital Operations, Optimizing Resource Allocation, and Improving Efficiency with AI Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning Algorithms

Healthcare IT Today

Although we all call it AI, the technology we have is not all the way there to be true independent and self-thinking artificial intelligence. Instead, the AI that we are working with is a very sophisticated technology that is trained to predict and analyze things based on what it has been coded and trained to recognize. So in that spirit, let’s take a moment to look at all of the work that AI-driven predictive analytics and machine learning algorithms are doing in the world of healthcare r

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CDC: Uninsured rate fell by 26% between 2019 and 2023

Fierce Healthcare

The uninsured rate in the U.S. has declined by 26% over the past several years, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. | The uninsured rate in the U.S. has declined by 26% over the past several years, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Bold Statements from Greenway CEO at Company’s User Group Conference

Healthcare IT Today

“Every innovation from Greenway going forward is going to be based on AI” That was just one of several bold statements made by Pratap Sarker, CEO of Greenway Health at the company’s user group conference (ReEngage) last week in Arlington, TX. Other statements included: “Now it’s time for us to get even more aggressive on rolling out needed features, interoperability, and cybersecurity.” “Cybersecurity is what keeps me up at night and that’s why we have rapidly rolle

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Alarming Nurse Shortage Threatens Healthcare System, But Solutions Emerge

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – A new report by Incredible Health , the leading platform for connecting nurses with healthcare employers, paints a concerning picture of the American healthcare system. The report, titled “ 2024 Healthcare Executive Report , ” reveals a crisis brewing – a deepening shortage of nurses that threatens patient care. – The US healthcare system is projected to face a staggering shortage of 1 million nurses by 2030.

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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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The CMS Minimum Staffing Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities is Effective June 21, 2024

Jerri Lynn Ward

Isn’t it interesting how bureaucracies believe they can conjure the expected results like magic if they pass a rule? It’s like the alchemists of old who were, essentially, practicing wizardry. You can find the new rule here , introduced by the typical word salad employed by governmental agencies. Did you know that you are presumed to be “hiding profits?

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AI in Healthcare: Enhancing Data Quality & Reducing Clinician Burden

HIT Consultant

Jay Anders, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Medicomp Systems Healthcare is on the cusp of a transformative era, with artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) demonstrating remarkable potential in streamlining clinical documentation, quality measurement, and medical coding. As these technologies mature, forward-thinking healthcare provider organizations are exploring ways to leverage AI to improve data quality, reduce clinician burden, and ultimately enhance patient care.

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Mika Health partners with pharma giants for women's oncology initiative

Mobi Health News

Patients in Switzerland will have access to Mika Health's psychological support offerings in conjunction with pharmaceutical therapy.

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What Will It Take to Achieve Value From Digitally Enabled Diabetes Care?

HIT Consultant

Tony Vahedian, CEO at CCS A report from the Peterson Health Technology Institute (PHTI) found that many digital diabetes management platforms aren’t providing meaningful ROI for patients or the health system as a whole. Users of common technologies only see small, incremental clinical benefits, such as 0.23%–0.60% point reduction in HbA1c when compared to traditional care.

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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.

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Talkiatry closes $130M series C to expand telepsychiatry model

Fierce Healthcare

Telepsychiatry provider Talkiatry has unveiled $130 million of new equity and debt financing to expand its model of value-based, virtual behavioral care. | The equity and debt financing round is led by venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz and will help the company secure more value-based contracts with health plans.

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5 Trends to Combat Staff Shortages & Boost Healthcare Efficiency

HIT Consultant

Michael Casamassa VP of Sales for Payor Solutions, Henry Schein Medical The challenge of staff shortages in healthcare continues to remain persistent in the United States. To help mitigate what could be a long-term challenge, according to an article in TIME, institutions are staffing facilities with temporary health professionals due to rising turnover, fluctuations in demand, and evolving appreciation for work-life balance.

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Exclusive: Wellth expands AI personalized predictive features for blood pressure

Mobi Health News

The updated AI offerings will allow users and providers to gain personalized insights on blood pressure readings to help control the emergence of chronic health conditions.

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Canopy Expands Real-Time Wearable Safety for Healthcare Workers Beyond Hospital Walls

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Canopy , the leading provider of wearable safety technology for healthcare workers, announced a significant expansion of its platform. – The company unveiled two key innovations: Wear-1, a new wearable safety button, and Canopy Go, a home health solution. This expansion extends real-time safety support beyond hospital walls, protecting healthcare workers wherever they provide care.

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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AI-powered physio platform to be deployed in the NHS

Digital Health News

AI-powered physio clinic, Flok Health is planned to be rolled out in the NHS by Autumn 2024, with the aim of cutting physiotherapy waiting lists.

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Hospital Leaders Grapple with Workforce Shortages, Tech Risks, and Financial Pressures: FTI Consulting Survey

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – FTI Consulting’s inaugural Hospital Operations Outlook Survey paints a picture of a healthcare industry navigating a complex post-pandemic environment. While hospitals strive to meet the evolving needs of patients and communities, they grapple with significant challenges, including workforce shortages, financial pressures, and the ever-present threat of cyberattacks. – The FTI Consulting survey unveils the multifaceted challenges and opportunities facing

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NHSDG warns 150,000 patients to assume data has been published

Digital Health News

NHS Dumfries and Galloway is warning around 150,000 patients to assume that their personal data is likely to have been stolen and published online.

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Healthcare Leaders Embrace Virtual Care and AI to Combat Staffing Crisis: Philips Future Health Index 2024

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – A new report by Philips , the Future Health Index 2024, paints a concerning picture of the healthcare industry struggling with significant staffing shortages. – The report, based on a survey of 3,000 healthcare leaders across 14 countries, reveals how this crisis is impacting both staff and patients. Burnout and Backlogs: The Human Cost of Staff Shortages The report reveals a concerning trend – nearly two-thirds (66%) of healthcare leaders report increas

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.