Healthcare Dive

JULY 1, 2024

Discover what AI technology is and how it’s used in medical coding operations.

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Healthcare It News

JULY 1, 2024

Emory Healthcare constantly is evolving and innovating the care it provides. With regard to at-home physical therapy providers, the health system was intrigued to understand how it could expand its service offerings for outpatient care. THE PROBLEM Especially in the last few years, the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the way Emory thinks about off-site care and forced the health system to reinvent not only how it diagnoses patients, but also how it treats them nonoperatively.

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Healthcare Dive

JULY 1, 2024

Medical groups are increasing compensation in an attempt to lure talent, with median total compensation for registered nurses rising nearly 20% over the past five years.

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Fierce Healthcare

JULY 1, 2024

Digital primary care startup K Health raised $50 million in an equity funding round to build out its AI-powered medical services and fuel its growth, the company announced Monday. | Digital primary care startup K Health raised $50 million in an equity funding round to build out its AI-powered medical services and fuel its growth, the company announced Monday.

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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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Digital Health News

JULY 1, 2024

Former NHS national CCIO Dr Simon Eccles said that people seeking digital roles in the NHS face a “career rockface” because there is no clear pathway.

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Mobi Health News

JULY 1, 2024

Rad AI's genAI tools will be offered through Bayer's vendor-neutral Calantic Digital Solution marketplace, which provides AI-enabled clinical and operational applications.

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Digital Health News

JULY 1, 2024

Aerospace innovators will showcase technology as part of a project to prepare NHS Wales for drone-based services for the transfer of blood products.

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 1, 2024

Population health programs are challenging because patient populations are diverse, and patient data is spread across a wide variety of sources and locations. At the core of any population health effort is the need for data that helps clinicians to first assess a patient’s risk and second connect with that patient in a meaningful way that improves their health.

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Fierce Healthcare

JULY 1, 2024

OptumRx will pay $20 million to resolve claims the company violated the Controlled Substances Act by improperly filling certain opioid prescriptions, the Department of Justice recently announced.

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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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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 1, 2024

NextGen Healthcare expands the capabilities of its AI-driven ambient listening technology ( Ambient Assist ) and introduces a tailored solution for small practices. NextGen clients now have access to decision support tools, speciality-specific modules, and Spanish language support. To learn more about NextGen’s recent announcement , Healthcare IT Today reached out to NextGen and spoke with Srinivas (Sri) Velamoor, the company’s President & Chief Operating Officer.

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Becker's Health IT

JULY 1, 2024

"Monti ransomware group claims responsibility for data breach at Wayne Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania, with plans to release stolen data on July 8.

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HIT Consultant

JULY 1, 2024

Ivor Campbell, CEO of Snedden Campbell Anyone who works in medical technology knows that the industry is currently focused obsessively on two prime targets – maximizing the availability of self-testing and playing its part in the common goal of achieving net zero. To those can now be added a third priority – attempting to find a way to make those twin targets mutually achievable rather than, what seems increasingly to be the case, of them canceling each other out.

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Becker's Health IT

JULY 1, 2024

Mass General Brigham has terminated two employees for allowing another individual to perform their duties, resulting in a breach of some patients' protected health information.

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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.

HIT Consultant

JULY 1, 2024

What You Should Know: – A new report by Accenture , “ Reinventing R&D in the Age of AI ,” paints a clear picture: the biopharmaceutical industry stands at a critical juncture. Companies that embrace intelligent technologies like AI and machine learning are poised to become the future’s leaders, while those clinging to outdated methods risk falling behind. – Accenture’s report serves as a roadmap, offering valuable insights and practical steps for companies

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Fierce Healthcare

JULY 1, 2024

In its assessment of first-quarter venture capital deals in digital health, PitchBook counted $1.1 billion in 77 total deals, a 6% quarter-over-quarter growth in the number of deals reached and a 2 | PitchBook released its analysis of digital health venture capital deals done in the first quarter. The first quarter saw downturns in telehealth and digital therapeutics.

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HIT Consultant

JULY 1, 2024

What You Should Know: – K Health , a leader in AI-driven primary care raises $50M in funding led by Claure Group with participation from investors including Pablo Legorreta (founder and CEO of Royalty Pharma), and existing investors Mangrove Capital Partners , Valor Equity Partners , and Atreides Management, LP. – With this new funding, K Health is poised to further scale its AI platform and expand its reach.

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Fierce Healthcare

JULY 1, 2024

Leading telenutrition platform Foodsmart banked a $200 million investment from The Rise Fund, which backs entrepreneurs working to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

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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

JULY 1, 2024

Investment from Key Healthcare Leaders Validates the Better Health Care Delivery Model, Bringing the Company’s Total Funding to $27.5 Million Better Health , a medical supply and support provider built on peer-to-peer connection, announces $14 million in strategic funding, which includes investments from Healthworx , the innovation and investment arm of CareFirst Inc., UHealth – University of Miami Health System, and Mosaic General Partnership.

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Fierce Healthcare

JULY 1, 2024

Accountable care organizations concerned they would be held responsible for bad actors exploiting the Medicare system can breathe a sigh of relief. | ACOs may soon be able to take a breath of fresh air, as CMS shared Friday that it has no intention of punishing them for a urinary catheter fraud scandal.

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Digital Health News

JULY 1, 2024

University Hospitals Plymouth has confirmed that its virtual ward beds are now over 80% occupied, the best occupancy rate in Devon, with plans to expand.

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HealthIT Answers

JULY 1, 2024

Starts October 6th in Denver - The Leaders Conference is an inclusive community exploring the future of our industry, with content curated for those in management and executive level positions, and aspiring leaders. Join them to learn, grow and network with like-minded leaders eager to transform healthcare. The post Attend the Leaders Conference This Fall appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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

Fierce Healthcare

JULY 1, 2024

Amedisys, a large home health provider, plans to divest a number of care centers to an affiliate of VitalCaring Group in advance of its planned merger with UnitedHealth Group later this year. | Amedisys, a large home health provider, plans to divest a number of care centers to an affiliate of VitalCaring Group in advance of its planned merger with UnitedHealth Group later this year.

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HealthIT Answers

JULY 1, 2024

From the AHRQ Blog - Clinical decision support has emerged as an important tool to improve the quality and safety of patient care. Not coincidentally, CDS has been a consistent focal point for AHRQ’s Digital Healthcare Research Program. The post AHRQ and CDS: Building the Bridge to Evidence-based Medicine appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Medisys Compliance

JULY 1, 2024

Introduction Appealing denied claims is a critical aspect of revenue cycle management for healthcare providers. While basic strategies are essential, advanced approaches can significantly enhance the success rate of appeals. This article explores three cutting-edge strategies for appealing denied claims: data-driven approaches, proactive risk management, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning.

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HealthIT Answers

JULY 1, 2024

By Christie Scanlon - Within healthcare's intricate landscape, a complex interplay exists among three principal entities: patients, providers, and payers. This dynamic can be likened to the "Three-Body Problem" in physics—a concept from Liu Cixin’s science fiction novel. The post The “Three-Body” Problem in Healthcare appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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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