Wed.May 15, 2024

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Kansas jilts CVS in new Medicaid contract awards

Healthcare Dive

Kansas kicked CVS to the curb in favor of an Elevance plan, while awarding contracts to incumbents UnitedHealth and Centene. The contracts are worth roughly $4 billion annually.

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Uber Health to roll out new caregiving solution to simplify benefits, logistics for families

Fierce Healthcare

NEW YORK CITY—Uber Health will begin rolling out a new solution designed for caregivers this summer, the company announced at its annual product event Wednesday. | Uber Caregiver will allow care-receivers to add a caregiver to their Uber profile so they can see and spend their health benefits on eligible services, request rides to doctor’s appointments or order groceries.

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Senators provide a roadmap for AI policy in the U.S.

Mobi Health News

A group of bipartisan senators is encouraging legislation to support the deployment of AI in healthcare and implementing guardrails to ensure patient safety.

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Senators Whitehouse, Cassidy propose bipartisan primary care payment reform, seek industry feedback

Fierce Healthcare

U.S. | Senators Sheldon Whitehouse and Bill Cassidy want to reform how primary care providers get paid through Medicare, and they also want to hear from the healthcare industry about the best way to do it.

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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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ONC provides grants for AI, behavioral health projects

Healthcare Dive

The agency seeks projects that evaluate and improve healthcare data used by AI and accelerate the use of health IT products among mental healthcare providers.

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Flexibility and Find-Grained Ambient Clinical Voice Customization at MarianaAI

Healthcare IT Today

Kaustubh Sharma, Co-Founder and CEO at ambient voice provider MarianaAI , promises a “three-click process” to generate documentation from a patient visit. He describes their product as an “end-to-end approach” that starts even before the patient enters the room, pulling together a summary of the patients’ conditions in 30 to 60 seconds to help the physician guide the visit.

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LG launches Primefocus Health for providers to deliver home healthcare

Mobi Health News

The venture will leverage new technologies and therapies for remote patient monitoring to ease provider burnout and allow patients to receive more personalized care.

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This Week’s Health IT Jobs – May 15, 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: Server Systems Administrator – Epic Physician Specialist – Emergency Support – Cleveland Clini

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Bipartisan Senators provide a roadmap for AI policy in the U.S. Senate

Mobi Health News

A group of bipartisan senators is encouraging legislation to support the deployment of AI in healthcare and implementing guardrails to ensure patient safety.

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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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Leicester and Hinckley CDCs to roll out digital tool for breathlessness

Digital Health News

The Lenus Diagnose pathway product is set to support earlier diagnoses on the breathlessness diagnostic pathway at Leicester and Hinkley CDCs.

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Workforce training, emergency response funding top AHA's FY2025 appropriations asks

Fierce Healthcare

As Congress hammers out the federal budget for 2025, the hospital industry’s wish list is headlined by programs to strengthen the healthcare workforce and hospitals’ emergency response capabilities | The hospital lobby called for "bold increases" in Health Resources and Services Administration discretionary funding to address "the workforce crisis facing our nation" in letters this week to congressional appropriations subcommittees.

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Ascension enlists cyber experts to combat ransomware attack fallout

Becker's Health IT

St. Louis-based Ascension has brought in additional cybersecurity experts to help with its restoration efforts after the organization was hit by a ransomware attack on May 8.

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Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS FT launches DrDoctor patient portal

Digital Health News

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has partnered with DrDoctor to provide an online portal for outpatients, reducing the need for paper letters.

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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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Senator requests info from UnitedHealth Group on Change hack

Becker's Health IT

Congressional leaders demand answers from UnitedHealth Group over Change Healthcare cyberattack. Senator Cassidy questions lack of cybersecurity measures.

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The Benefits of AI-Powered Healthcare Data Management

HIT Consultant

Tom Liddell, CEO at Healthcare Harmony IT As we step into the promising terrain of 2024 and beyond, the healthcare industry stands at the cusp of a transformative era, propelled by advanced technology solutions. For healthcare IT professionals, there will be many challenges and opportunities – especially as there is more patient data than ever before.

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The Vital Role of NHS 111 and emergency department planning in healthcare: Beyond EDDI decommissioning

Digital Health News

In healthcare, efficient and accessible services are indispensable pillars in ensuring the wellbeing of a nation's population. Among these, the NHS 111 helpline is a crucial resource for individuals seeking medical advice and assistance. Additionally, the strategic planning of Emergency Department (ED) visits plays a crucial role in maintaining the functionality and effectiveness of healthcare systems.

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UnitedHealth's investments in affordable housing top $1B

Fierce Healthcare

UnitedHealth Group's investments in affordable housing have topped $1 billion, with the program a keystone in its overarching strategy to address health equity and disparities. | UnitedHealth Group's investments in affordable housing have topped $1 billion, with the program a keystone in its overarching strategy to address health equity and disparities.

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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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Court Rules New York Doctor Can Subpoena Yelp for User Info in Defamation Suit

The Health Law Firm Blog

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On October 7, 2021, the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York ruled that Yelp is subject to a subpoena to reveal the names of anonymous users who left negative reviews for a doctor [.

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Jabra Enhance Launches Smallest OTC Hearing Aid

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Jabra Enhance, a leader in the direct-to-consumer hearing care space, today launches Jabra Enhance Select 500, its smallest, most advanced hearing aid yet. – The Enhance Select 500 is the new flagship model in Jabra Enhance’s lineup of over-the-counter hearing aids. It delivers the latest in hearing technology with SoundScapeâ„¢ for next-level listening and advanced Bluetooth features including Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracastâ„¢ for future-ready connectivity.

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Senator presses UnitedHealth for further details on Change Healthcare cyberattack

Fierce Healthcare

A leading senator is pushing UnitedHealth Group for more answers on the Change Healthcare cyberattack that caused significant disruption across the industry. | A leading senator is pushing UnitedHealth Group for more answers on the Change Healthcare cyberattack that caused significant disruption across the industry.

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Transcarent Launches AI-Powered WayFinding for Personalized Healthcare Navigation

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Transcarent , a company dedicated to simplifying healthcare navigation, has launched WayFinding, a platform seamlessly combining AI and human support to guide users through their health journeys. – WayFinding integrates benefits navigation, clinical guidance, and care delivery into a single, user-friendly platform.

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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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US firm Ascension says EHR is down following ransomware attack

Digital Health News

US non-profit health system, Ascension has confirmed that its electronic health records (EHR) system is down following a ransomware incident on 8 May 2024.

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Uber Health Launches Caregiver Solution to Manage Transportation & Deliveries for Loved Ones

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Uber Healt h, a leader in healthcare logistics, has announced Uber Caregiver , a groundbreaking solution designed to simplify the lives of caregivers and their loved ones. – Launching this summer, Uber Caregiver empowers caregivers to manage transportation, deliveries, and healthcare benefits for their family members, all within a familiar app.

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Nominations for Fierce Healthcare's 2024 Most Influential Minority Executives in Healthcare

Fierce Healthcare

Improving workforce and leadership diversity is a key priority for many healthcare organizations, particularly at the executive level. | We are putting out the call for nominations to honor leaders from minoritized populations across the healthcare industry—from physicians to CEOs to researchers and tech company execs—who are shaping the way healthcare of the future will be delivered.

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Butterfly Network Enters Bladder Market With iQ+ Bladder Scanner

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Butterfly Network , a leader in transforming healthcare with portable ultrasound technology, has unveiled its first specialty product: the iQ+ Bladderâ„¢. This innovative solution empowers nurses and healthcare providers to conduct efficient and accurate bladder volume scans. – iQ+ Bladderâ„¢ offers a fit-for-purpose ultrasound-based bladder scanner that helps nurses get automated bladder volume calculations, with 3D visualizations, in seconds.

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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.