Healthcare It News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

BOSTON – The ability to change how healthcare providers communicate with patients with artificial intelligence isn't just about accuracy, transparency, fairness and data model maintenance, it's figuring out how to meet personalization challenges. What patients want to know and when adds a larger degree of complexity – one that challenges the healthcare AI industry to consider both expected and unexpected patient points of view, according to panelists Thursday at the HIMSS AI

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Healthcare Dive

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The new company, which doesn’t yet have a formal name, will be led by David Pierre, previously the chief operating officer of home healthcare company Signify Health.

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Bill of Health

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

by Tara Sklar Because I believe strongly in the benefits of telehealth, I have obtained licenses in six states through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact. Doing this took months, cost thousands of dollars, and still leaves me unable to care virtually for patients in 43 states. The process is so cumbersome that less than 1% of physicians use it.

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Healthcare Dive

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Federal antitrust regulators are asking Indiana to block Union Hospital and HCA-owned Terre Haute Regional Hospital’s request for a certificate of public advantage, which allows states to greenlight potentially problematic mergers.

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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.

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Fierce Healthcare

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

In its comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on the draft CY2025 Medicare physician fee schedule (PFS), the American Medical Association badgered CMS on its pro | The American Medical Association submitted its comment letter to CMS on its draft CY2025 Medicare physician fee schedule. At issue was the 2.

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Fierce Healthcare

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

BOSTON—There’s no shortage of providers and vendors working to develop and deploy artificial intelligence in healthcare—but not all who are delivering care are in a position to make use of these no | Healthcare AI has a tough battle on adoption, trust and responsible use, particularly among organizations lacking in-house tech expertise. Whether it's a vendor or another health system, stakeholders must be prepared to help their peers along the way, experts say.

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Chartis , a leading healthcare advisory firm, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to receive a majority investment from funds managed by Blackstone. This strategic investment will support the firm’s continued growth as a leading advisor to providers, payers, technology innovators, retail companies, and investors who are making positive and transformative changes within US healthcare.

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Fierce Healthcare

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Thatch wants to turn the traditional approach to health insurance on its head. | Thatch wants to turn the traditional approach to health insurance on its head. The company secured $38 million, backed by a16z and General Catalyst, to scale up its technology and fuel its growth.

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Becker's Health IT

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The FBI is warning U.S. critical infrastructure industries about hackers associated with the Russian General Staff Main Intelligence Directorate 161st Specialist Training Center.

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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.

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Bill of Health

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

by Shannon M. MacDonald “M” was diagnosed with a rare skull-based cancer. A one-in-a-million diagnosis, he was given little information about his diagnosis and told he must seek care outside his home state. “M” worked full time, was the primary caretaker for two young kids, and could not fathom how he could travel to another state for treatment. He did not come to his scheduled out-of-state appointment.

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Fierce Healthcare

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Two years after Mississippi awarded Medicaid contracts to three insurers, the state is finally moving forward with its decision following challenges from UnitedHealthcare and Elevance Health. | Protests from UnitedHealth and Elevance Health, which have delayed implementation of Mississippi's Medicaid awards, are so far proving unsuccessful.

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Becker's Health IT

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Chief privacy officers are expanding their roles to take on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, according to the International Association of Privacy Professionals.

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Digital Health News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has launched a £175 million search and rescue radio network to prevent loss of life on the coast and at sea.

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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 6, 2024

As the country gears up for November elections, health systems say they are keeping an eye on, but not severely concerned about, potential major changes in the Affordable Care Act exchanges or Medi | Regardless of who takes charge in Washington, the heads of America's largest for-profit health systems are downplaying the likelihood of major political interference in populations and programs that have become increasingly important to their bottom lines.

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

What You Should Know: – Kahun , a pioneer in medical knowledge structuring, has introduced a new AI Agent specifically designed for the pharmaceutical industry. – The AI Agent aims to bridge the gap between medical knowledge and patient context, providing professionals with reliable and accessible drug-related information. Addressing the Challenges of Pharma-Related Information The rapid pace of drug development and research has made it increasingly difficult for healthcare professio

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Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The Mayo Clinic Platform is chasing the perennial technology promise: of boosting innovation from a wide range of sources by reducing the burdens of development, testing, integration, and administrative management. Jeff Wu, Vice President of Technology describes their platform to allowing “rapid iteration at early stages with non-production data” to “build trust over time.” They include a “distributed data network” that collects data “from participants

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

What You Should Know: – Kain Capital, a leading private equity firm focused on healthcare technology, has announced the formation of a subsidiary, Kain Analytics. – This new venture aims to drive innovation and efficiency in the healthcare industry through advanced technology, data analysis, and workflow automation. A Team of Experts Kain Analytics is led by a team of experienced professionals with expertise in technology, data, and healthcare.

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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?

Healthcare IT Today

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The following is a guest article by SriVani Ganti, Senior Director of Health Equity, Content & Creative Services at mPulse My grandmother did not speak English. She spoke Telugu, the fourth most commonly spoken language in India. I remember trying to secure medical care for her once, and a practitioner told me I couldn’t translate on her behalf.

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Digital Health News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

DigitalHealth.London has announced the latest 17 digital health companies selected for its accelerator programme.

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Fierce Healthcare

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. | Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. Please submit the good news—or the bad—from your shop, and we will feature it here at the end of each week.

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Digital Health News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Virtual ward and remote monitoring technology provider Doccla has announced that it has secured £35 million in Series B funding.

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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

HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

What You Should Know: – Yseop , a leading provider of AI-powered enterprise software, has announced its partnership with Veeva Systems , a global leader in cloud-based software for the life sciences industry. – As a Veeva AI Partner, Yseop is working to transform the regulatory document workflow process, from data ingestion to submission.

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Compliancy Group

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

In December of 2022, HHS issued online tracking technology guidance. The guidance provided instructions for HIPAA-covered entities on how to use tracking technologies to gather information about users and their actions, as the users interacted with a website or mobile app. Notably, the guidance provided that the HIPAA Privacy Rule applies to HIPAA-covered entities in circumstances when an online technology connects (1) an individual’s IP address with (2) a visit to an unauthenticated public webp

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HIT Consultant

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

What You Should Know: – RapidAI , a global leader in AI-powered healthcare solutions, has announced a partnership with the Alaska Stroke Coalition (ASC) to improve stroke care in Alaska. – The “Rapid AK” project aims to address the unique challenges faced by rural hospitals in the state, such as limited technology and access to specialized care.

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Hanys

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Nursing home staffing facility-specific reports Sept. 9 Antimicrobial use in nursing homes Sept. 10 CIC Exam Preparation Study Group Sept. 12-Dec. 19 44th Annual Trustee Conference Sept. 12-14 Standing membership call on state and federal issues Sept. 17 Preparing for new inpatient quality reporting requirements Sept. 18 Healthcare materials management made easy Sept. 18 Provider-led health plans panel discussion: Perks and pitfalls Sept. 18 A guide to providing affirming non-binary healthcare S

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