Kaiser exposed up to 13.4M plan member records to third parties
Healthcare Dive
APRIL 26, 2024
The largest data breach reported so far this year comes as regulators reconsider healthcare’s use of tracking technologies.
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Thirty Madison, Talkspace partner to expand care access for migraines and women's health
Healthcare It News
APRIL 26, 2024
The telemedicine company joins forces with the behavioral health company to expand care access for women, as well as patients suffering from mental health issues and migraines.
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Centene looks beyond Medicaid redeterminations
Healthcare Dive
APRIL 26, 2024
The nation's largest Medicaid insurer expects to return to normal operations this year, though redeterminations continue to dog Centene through a mismatch between rates and acuity.
Optum Virtual Care said to be closing down
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
APRIL 26, 2024
On an April 18 conference call with Optum Everycare CEO Jennifer Phalen, some employees of the company's virtual care division were told that their last date would be in July, according to a news report this week. WHY IT MATTERS UnitedHealth Group, Optum's parent company, reported more than $1 billion in net losses during the first quarter – which included impacts from the February 21 Change Healthcare ransomware attack and subsequent payment systems outage.
Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI
Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health
AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!
Teladoc reports mixed results following long-time CEO’s departure
Healthcare Dive
APRIL 26, 2024
The virtual care giant’s earnings were dragged by flagging growth in its BetterHelp segment, which suffered an 11% drop in paying users year over year.
Summer Health locks down $11.65M for pediatric telehealth service
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
APRIL 26, 2024
The startup plans to use the funds to build out its technology platform.
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OpenAI expands partnership with Moderna for customizable GPTs
Mobi Health News
APRIL 26, 2024
The pharma giant's employees will have access to ChatGPT Enterprise, which allows teams to create customized GPTs on specific topics.
US nurses protest against the use of AI in hospitals
Digital Health News
APRIL 26, 2024
Nurses from the Californian Nurses Association have been protesting against the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in US hospitals.
Sagility Acquires BirchAI, a GenAI Company in the Healthcare Space
Healthcare IT Today
APRIL 26, 2024
Sagility to Transform Member, Patient, and Provider Interactions Using BirchAI’s SaaS Platform Sagility LLC , one of the leading technology-enabled services providers in the healthcare services space, announced its acquisition of Seattle-based BirchAI. BirchAI is a healthcare technology company offering cloud-based, GenAI call technology built by experts in transformer-based natural language processing.
HCA Healthcare sails past Q1 estimates on strong volumes, but leaves full-year guidance untouched
Fierce Healthcare
APRIL 26, 2024
Inpatient volume growth across HCA Healthcare’s entire hospital portfolio and other steady gains on payer mix, length of stay and operating expenses have set the large chain on a strong trajectory | CEO Sam Hazen told investors that widespread inpatient volume increases fueled "the best portfolio experience I think I’ve seen in my experience in the company.
HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends
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Based on comprehensive survey data from diverse healthcare providers, the 2025 HIPAA Benchmark Report delivers actionable intelligence for modern compliance programs. This report examines how organizations are restructuring HIPAA Privacy Programs to address emerging regulatory requirements. Through analysis of staffing models, program operations, and breach management protocols, it provides a clear picture of current best practices.
Kaiser Permanente Website Tracker Breach Affects 13.4 Million Individuals
HIPAA Journal
APRIL 26, 2024
Kaiser Permanente Health Plan Inc. is notifying 13.4 million individuals that some of their personal data has been disclosed to third parties such as Microsoft (Bing), Google, and X (Twitter) via tracking technologies on its websites and apps. This is the largest healthcare data breach to be reported so far in 2024 and the largest confirmed healthcare data breach to date involving website tracking technologies.
Elevance Health's CarelonRx rolling out new specialty pharmacy savings tool for employers
Fierce Healthcare
APRIL 26, 2024
Elevance Health's pharmacy benefit manager CarelonRx is launching a new solution that aims to make it easier for employers to plan for the future around specialty pharmacy costs while connecting me | CarelonRx is launching a new solution that aims to make it easier for employers to plan for the future around specialty pharmacy costs, while connecting members with critical support to manage their conditions.
Phishers Gain Access to 23 L.A. County Department of Health Services Email Accounts
HIPAA Journal
APRIL 26, 2024
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services’ employees were targeted in a recent phishing campaign, and almost 2,800 Catholic Medical Center patients have been affected by a data breach at one of its vendors. Los Angeles County Department of Health Services Phishing Attack The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services was recently targeted in a phishing campaign that saw 23 employees tricked into disclosing their email account credentials after clicking a hyperlink in an email
Summer Health locks down $11.65M for pediatric telehealth service
Mobi Health News
APRIL 26, 2024
The startup plans to use the funds to build out its technology platform.
Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers
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Every health care provider that accepts federal payments must screen for excluded providers. Use this sample Exclusion Screening Checklist and Compliance Policy to evaluate and improve your organization’s compliance with the law. Payments from Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare trigger screening requirements that may extend to employees, contractors, volunteers, board members, and network providers.
ComplianceJunction HIPAA Training Receives SCCE Accreditation
HIPAA Journal
APRIL 26, 2024
The Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE) has recently accredited ComplianceJunction’s ‘HIPAA Training for Organizations’ training course. The SCCE is an Eden Prairie, MN-based non-profit association dedicated to enabling the lasting success and integrity of organizations by promoting high standards in compliance and ethics programs. The SCCE, which has more than 19,000 members in over 100 countries, provides resources, education, and networking opportunities for ethics and complianc
FTC makes changes to healthcare breach reporting
Becker's Health IT
APRIL 26, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission made changes to the Health Breach Notification Rule as it aims to better address the evolving landscape of health technology.
Spark TSL acquires Sentean Group, driving digital transformation
Digital Health News
APRIL 26, 2024
Spark TSL has acquired Dutch firm Sentean Group and will use this to power ahead with its plans to help hospitals with their digital transformation.
Bipartisan Coalition of Attorneys General Call for UHG to Take Decisive Action to Help Providers and Patients
HIPAA Journal
APRIL 26, 2024
A bipartisan coalition of 22 state attorneys general sent a letter to UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty to express their concern about the response to the February 21, 2024, ransomware attack on Change Healthcare and the continuing problems faced by providers, pharmacies, and patients. Providers and pharmacies in their various jurisdictions have reported catastrophic disruptions due to the extended outage and limited restoration of Change Healthcare’s services, and wholly inadequate responses
Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data
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In healthcare, where patient data protection is paramount, effective vendor risk management isn't just good business—it's essential for maintaining compliance and trust. This comprehensive guide helps healthcare compliance professionals navigate the complexities of third-party vendor relationships in an increasingly interconnected healthcare environment.
Royal Papworth CIO presents six actions for trusts’ AI journey
Digital Health News
APRIL 26, 2024
At the Digital Healthcare Show 2024, Royal Papworth Hospital NHS FT CIO Andrew Raynes highlighted six actions for NHS trusts to take on their AI journeys.
Thirty Madison, Talkspace partner to expand care access for migraines and women's health
Mobi Health News
APRIL 26, 2024
The telemedicine company joins forces with the behavioral health company to expand care access for women as well as patients suffering from mental health issues and migraines.
Epic Breaks Ground on “Other Worlds” Campus, Inspired by Narnia and Lord of the Rings
HIT Consultant
APRIL 26, 2024
Epic’s sixth campus will include Underhill, an underground cafeteria with doors and windows built into a hill. It’s a nod to J. R. R. Tolkien’s hobbits, whose “love of food and first and second lunches made them a natural selection for the other worlds to visit at mealtimes.” CUNINGHAM What You Should Know: – Verona, Wisconsin-based EHR leader Epic Systems has begun construction on its sixth campus, aptly named “Other Worlds,” The Cap Times first reports. – Followi
FTC finalizes changes to data privacy rule to step up scrutiny of digital health apps
Fierce Healthcare
APRIL 26, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) finalized a rule Friday that aims to tighten the reins on digital health apps sharing consumers' sensitive medical data with tech companies. | The FTC finalized a rule Friday that aims to tighten the reins on digital health apps sharing consumers' sensitive medical data with tech companies.
Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
MGMA seeks clarity on breach notification burden in wake of Change cyberattack
Becker's Health IT
APRIL 26, 2024
The Medical Group Management Association is seeking clarity from the HHS' Office for Civil Rights regarding who carries the burden of providing HIPAA-required breach notifications to both the federal government and affected patients following the Change Healthcare cyberattack.
King’s Health Partners teams up with Sweatcoin for diabetes programme
Digital Health News
APRIL 26, 2024
A partnership between King's Health Partners and Sweatcoin will see young adults with type 2 diabetes encouraged to be more active.
Walgreens Launches Specialty Pharmacy for Complex Conditions
HIT Consultant
APRIL 26, 2024
What You Should Know: – Walgreens , a leading pharmacy chain, is making a significant push into the specialty pharmacy market with the launch of “Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy.” – The new $25B initiative expands access to care for patients with complex, chronic conditions while driving profitability for the company. Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy: A Holistic Approach Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy aims to break down barriers within the healthcare system.
Centene boosts guidance as it posts Q1 revenue, profit beat
Fierce Healthcare
APRIL 26, 2024
Centene Corporation is boosting its guidance for the year following a quarter where it beat the Street in both profit and revenue. | Centene Corporation is boosting its guidance for the year following a quarter where it beat the Street in both profit and revenue.
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.
Truveta Unveils Largest Mother-Child EHR Dataset for Pregnancy and Pediatric Research
HIT Consultant
APRIL 26, 2024
What You Should Know: – Truveta , a data company dedicated to “Saving Lives with Data,” announced today the launch of the most comprehensive mother-child electronic health record (EHR) dataset ever assembled. – Truveta’s dataset surpasses traditional claims-based datasets, which often lack clinical details and have reporting delays.
Friday at Five – A New Batch of Five Things You Should Know
HealthIT Answers
APRIL 26, 2024
Is five a magic number that people will click on to find out what’s on the list? Is it just the right number you think you have the time to read? I don’t know but there are lots of lists out there with 5 things you should know. The post Friday at Five – A New Batch of Five Things You Should Know appeared first on Health IT Answers.
Commons Clinic Invests $9.75M in Ambulatory Spine Surgery, Launches “Theater” Platform to Revolutionize MSK Care
HIT Consultant
APRIL 26, 2024
What You Should Know: – Commons Clinic , a leader in value-based musculoskeletal (MSK) care, has announced two significant moves to revolutionize the way patients receive orthopedic treatment. – The company invested $9.75M in Marina Orthopedic & Spine Institute (MOSI), a prominent Los Angeles surgery center, and unveiled its novel platform, Theater.
HHS Issues a Final Rule to Support Reproductive Healthcare Privacy
Compliancy Group
APRIL 26, 2024
Seeking to strengthen reproductive healthcare privacy in the wake of the 2022 Supreme Court opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization , which overruled Roe v. Wade, the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to modify the HIPAA Privacy Rule in April of last year. This April, HHS issued a Final Rule, the HIPAA Privacy Rule to Support Reproductive Healthcare Privacy.
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.
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