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Google-backed startup Heyday Health banks $12.5M to scale house calls combined with telehealth

Fierce Healthcare

Heyday Health launched three years ago to provide primary care to seniors by blending traditional house calls with 21st-century innovation via telehealth visits. | Heyday Health bills itself as a "virtual-forward, value-based care provider" designed to meet patients where they are, providing care in the comfort of their homes.

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Mobile face screening tool detects stroke 'in seconds'

Mobi Health News

It has shown 82% accuracy in detecting stroke, comparable to paramedics, according to RMIT University.

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Teladoc research shows AI-powered 'nudges' can improve diabetes members' engagement, health outcomes

Fierce Healthcare

Artificial intelligence can play a key role in diabetes management programs by enabling more personalized health "nudges" for members, which drives higher engagement and better health outcomes, acc | Artificial intelligence can play a key role in diabetes management programs by enabling more personalized health "nudges" for members, which drives higher engagement and better health outcomes, according to new data released by Teladoc Health.

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Asian gastro docs generally trust and accept AI: survey

Mobi Health News

Interestingly, young physicians see more risk to it than their senior counterparts.

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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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Bonus Features – June 23, 2024 – 5 in 6 patients open to hospital at home monitoring, 94% of health systems face at least one data integration challenge, plus 23 more stories

Healthcare IT Today

Welcome to the weekly edition of Healthcare IT Today Bonus Features. This article will be a weekly roundup of interesting stories, product announcements, new hires, partnerships, research studies, awards, sales, and more. Because there’s so much happening out there in healthcare IT we aren’t able to cover in our full articles, we still want to make sure you’re informed of all the latest news, announcements, and stories happening to help you better do your job.

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Sample HIPAA Breach Notification Letter: What To Include

MedTrainer

This is a letter no healthcare organization wants to send. But remember — breaches of protected health information (PHI) can still occur despite the best safeguards. When it happens, it is much easier to have a sample HIPAA breach notification letter on hand, rather than trying to create one in the moment. This blog post offers a quick overview of the requirements as well as tips for crafting a clear, informative, and compliant breach notification letter.

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OCR Gearing Up for New Round of HIPAA Audits in 2024

HealthIT Answers

By Art Gross - The OCR is preparing to launch a new round of audits in 2024 to assess compliance with the HIPAA Security Rule across the healthcare sector. After long delays, HIPAA-regulated entities can expect increased scrutiny on their security practices and risk management programs. The post OCR Gearing Up for New Round of HIPAA Audits in 2024 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Humana Health Insurance Company To Pay $11.2 Million Settlement to Nurses

The Health Law Firm Blog

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On September 27, 2021, Humana agreed to pay $11.2 million to end claims that the health insurance company denied a group of nurses overtime pay by misclassifying them as exempt employees. A Wisconsin federal judge approved the [.

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Understanding HIPAA Compliance in Medical Billing

Medisys Compliance

Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is crucial for protecting patient information and maintaining trust. For healthcare providers, ensuring HIPAA compliance in medical billing is not just a legal requirement but also a cornerstone of ethical practice.

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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.