California sets $25 per hour minimum wage for healthcare workers
Healthcare Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2023
The law, backed by healthcare unions, is expected to affect approximately 469,000 healthcare workers and will be phased in over the next several years.
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Mild cognitive impairment patients at home get aid from AI
Healthcare It News
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Aniket Singh Rajput, CEO and founder of Neuroglee, talks the scope of the mild cognitive impairment issue and how cognitive care-at-home technology can help.
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CVS shuffles leadership again as CFO takes leave
Healthcare Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2023
The changes come about a month after the pharmacy giant appointed CFO Shawn Guertin as president of its health services segment.
Epic-based telehealth platform keeps patients coming back to WellSpan Health
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Dr. R. Hal Baker, chief information and digital officer at York, Pennsylvania-base WellSpan Health, asks a simple question: "What if?" He does so because, he says, old ways of thinking and doing have become obsolete, and the organization's teams have been driven to reimagine the way they operate to improve processes. THE PROBLEM "We pride ourselves on the idea of 'Working As One' to provide an integrated approach to our patients across our systems of care," Baker
The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings
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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.
Rite Aid files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, names new CEO
Healthcare Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2023
The pharmacy retailer plans to use bankruptcy to shrink its store footprint and manage a nearly $4 billion debt load.
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The future of vaccine storage: Why cold chain innovation is critical
Healthcare Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2023
From vaccines protecting against the varicella-zoster virus or Hepatitis B to those used to safeguard our pets against rabies, many widely-used immunizations are sensitive to overheating, freezing or both.
Generative AI unleashing massive disruption in health
Digital Health News
OCTOBER 16, 2023
The annual US gathering of investors, VCs, and start-ups spans using digital technology to rethink delivery of all aspects of the vast US healthcare system, from supply chains, reimbursement, remote care, employee mental health, leadership, and equity. But time and again it was generative AI that was cited as the biggest technological disruptor.
GE HealthCare gets $44M to create AI for mass casualty event preparedness
Mobi Health News
OCTOBER 16, 2023
The medtech giant signed a contract with BARDA to devise AI-enabled ultrasound technology that helps clinicians triage and diagnose lung pathology and traumatic injury.
The term virtual wards can be ‘misleading’ say panel at King’s Fund event
Digital Health News
OCTOBER 16, 2023
The term virtual wards can be “misleading” as it makes you imagine it involves virtual reality and high-level tech, a panel said at a King’s Fund event.
3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings
Advertiser: Celo
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.
Allina Health clinicians to form largest group of unionized physicians in US private sector
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Hundreds of Allina Health physicians have voted in favor of unionizing, creating what their representation believes to be the largest collection of unionized private-sector physicians in the countr | Primary and urgent care clinicians' 325-200 vote was announced late last week and follows another in-favor unionization push by Allina Health inpatient physicians earlier this year.
Aspects of Social Determinants of Health: An Introduction
Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 16, 2023
It’s always been pretty obvious that factors such as wealth, race, education, and the quality of food and water have enormous impacts on health. But only in the past few years have the medical professions tried to quantify and capture these factors. Given that the field is increasingly digitized and data-driven, health IT is responsible for collecting and analyzing social determinants of health (SDoH).
Reduced post-acute care rates could save Medicare billions
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 16, 2023
A research brief out of think tank Urban Institute evaluates the prospect of reducing Medicare spending by reining in excessive post-acute care rates. | New research shows that MedPAC's previous proposal for a unified payment structure for post-acute care could save Medicare billions.
Public Cloud, Private Cloud, or Multi-Cloud? The Benefits and Challenges of Each One
Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 16, 2023
You have finally decided to move your organization over to the cloud. You’ve carefully gone over all of your old systems to figure out how they can transfer over or if they should. You’ve poured countless hours into looking at the financial stakes of your organization during this move. You’ve met up with security experts to see how to keep everything secure during the move and how to keep it secure on the cloud.
The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring
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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.
NHSE releases letter supporting FDP signed by 16 medical directors
Digital Health News
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Sixteen medical directors have signed a letter in support of the government’s FDP project as NHSE prepares to announce the winning bidder for the project.
NCPA launches company to assist pharmacies with litigation against PBMs over DIR fees
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 16, 2023
The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) has launched the latest salvo in its battle with pharmacy benefit managers over controversial fees. | The National Community Pharmacists Association has launched the latest salvo in its battle with pharmacy benefit managers over controversial fees.
Great Speech expands in-network speech therapy to federal service members
Mobi Health News
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Military service members and their families in Health Net Federal Services TRICARE West Region will have in-network access to virtual speech therapy.
New California law requires gradual minimum wage increase to $25 per hour for healthcare workers
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 16, 2023
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law Friday a bill that raises the minimum wage for healthcare workers to $25 per hour across the state over the next several years. | The law is estimated to bring more than $10,000 per year in wage increases for about 450,000 of the Golden State’s low-wage healthcare workers. It requires provider organizations to incrementally raise minimum wages at different rates depending on their size and type.
15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence
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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?
Sky Labs, maker of ring-type BP monitor, bags $15M Series C funding
Mobi Health News
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Despite a dry investment climate, it was able to secure what could be the biggest funding raise by a health tech company in South Korea this year.
Midi Health Raises $25M in Series A Funding Led by GV (Google Ventures) to Expand Access to Expert and Affordable Midlife Care for Women
Healthcare IT Today
OCTOBER 16, 2023
The Leading Virtual Clinic Delivering Insurance-Covered, Expert Care for Women Perimenopause and Menopause, Midi Health Plans Major Expansion of National Footprint Midi Health , the emerging digital leader in women’s midlife healthcare, today announced the close of a $25M Series A funding round led by GV (Google Ventures). Investors Frederique Dame and Cathy Friedman from GV are joined by current investors Felicis, Semper Virens, Icon, 25M, and Operator Collective, bringing the com
Sky Labs, maker of ring-tye BP monitor, bags $15M Series C funding
Mobi Health News
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Despite a dry investment climate, it was able to secure what could be the biggest funding raise by a health tech company in South Korea this year.
Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ?
Digital Health News
OCTOBER 16, 2023
This morning briefing features news from MD Consents, Cardiomatics and confirmation of a data breach at genetic testing company 23andMe.
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
More leadership changes at CVS as chief financial officer goes on leave
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 16, 2023
There's another shake-up at the top for CVS Health, the retail health giant announced Monday. | There's another shake-up at the top for CVS Health, the retail health giant announced Monday.
No More Surprises: Automation Ensures Compliance, Mitigating Penalties
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Eric Demers, CEO of Madaket Health The No Surprises Act (NSA) is a bipartisan effort to protect patients from unexpected healthcare expenses. This law is good news for patients, with a KFF poll showing that 1 in 3 insured adults between 18 and 64 received an unexpected medical bill in the prior two years. The NSA aims to make the cost of care more transparent and minimize surprise billing, which can cause significant financial burdens through higher out-of-pocket expenses and denied claims.
AI is the New Health Literacy Challenge for Patients and the Health/Care Industry
Health Populi
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Patients’ comfort in artificial intelligence is linked to familiarity with the technology, a consumer survey from GlobalData learned. Among patients unfamiliar with AI, 42% are uncomfortable, and another 50% feel neither comfortable nor uncomfortable with the technology. However, among patients familiar with AI, 60% feel comfortable with visiting a medical practice that uses AI.
Rite Aid Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 16, 2023
What You Should Know: – Rite Aid filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Sunday to address its $4B debt load and legal battles for allegedly filing unlawful opioid prescriptions. – Last Thursday, Rite Aid filed a notice to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) stating an inability to file its latest quarterly financial report due to exploring “strategic alternatives.
Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide
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