Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
“If you defy a congressional subpoena, you will be held accountable — no matter who you are or how well connected you may be,” said Sen. Bernie Sanders during Thursday’s hearing.
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
A little less than a year ago, the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs announced its Veteran Interoperability Pledge – an effort to boost information exchange between its own facilities and participating health systems, with the aim of improving care coordination for veterans receiving care at both the VA and in their communities. More than a dozen major health systems – Emory Healthcare, Inova, Jefferson Health, Sanford Health, UC Davis, Intermountain, Mass General Brigham, Rush Heal
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Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
At a Google Cloud panel this week, information security officers from major health systems said the sector needs to assess their vendor risks to prevent disruptive cyberattacks.
MRO Compliance
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Earlier this year, MRO and CHIME surveyed more than 180 leaders at health systems to better understand the challenges of bidirectional exchange of clinical data with payers across seven common use cases: prior authorization, risk adjustment, care management, quality reporting and submission, claims adjudication, claims appeals, and payment integrity audits.
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Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Before the primary care chain was purchased by CVS Health, Oak Street illegally paid marketing agents for referring Medicare-eligible seniors to its clinics, according to the Department of Justice.
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Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The cyberattack had far reaching effects, forcing the health system to shut down pharmacies, divert ambulances, switch to manual record keeping and close critical systems.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Three months ago, startup Hippocratic AI released its first commercial product, a generative AI-based, task-specific healthcare agent. | Nvidia's venture capital arm, NVentures, along with Greycroft and Lee Shapiro of 7Wire Ventures, backed a $17 million investment in Hippocratic AI to fuel its product development of generative AI "agents.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Cigna Healthcare, the health benefits division of The Cigna Group, has launched an E-Treatment option through MDLIVE by Evernorth Beginning this month, Cigna members can connect for urgent care from board-certified doctors without any direct interaction via phone or video.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Major Indiana managed care organizations and health systems are blamed for defrauding the state Medicaid system by tens, if not hundreds, of millions of dollars, says a newly unsealed whistleblower | A newly unsealed lawsuit alleges major health insurers and health systems defrauded Indiana Medicaid by hundreds of millions of dollars, with the government office likely influenced by corporate lobbying.
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HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
What You Should Know: – Suki , a frontrunner in artificial intelligence (AI) technology for healthcare announced the deployment of its voice AI assistant in more than a dozen health systems utilizing MEDITECH Expanse, including St. Mary’s Healthcare and Decatur County Memorial Hospital. – Suki’s expansion into more than a dozen health systems on MEDITECH Expanse demonstrates the increasing adoption of AI technology in healthcare.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions voted unanimously Thursday morning to bring civil enforcement and a criminal contempt charge against Steward Health CEO Ralph de la Tor | Ralph de la Torre, M.D., invoked the Fifth Amendment in his refusal to appear before Congress. Sens. Sanders and Cassidy said that he must invoke that right in person and in response to specific questions during testimony.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
What You Should Know: – Tendo is proud to announce the rebranding of its MDsave for Employers solution to Tendo Care Connect—a move driven by the company’s success in the employer healthcare market. – As Tendo continues to meet the evolving needs of the direct contracting market, the Care Connect platform is expanding its capabilities to serve both providers and self-insured employers.
Becker's Health IT
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The ransomware attack targeting St. Louis-based Ascension in May affected operations and the health system's revenue, according to the health system's fiscal year 2024 documents.
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In the world of small business management, the challenge of managing payroll & HR efficiently while scaling operations can be overwhelming. Yet, with the right strategies in place, these challenges can become opportunities for growth and innovation. In this session, Joe Sharpe, Senior Director of Managed Payroll Services at IRIS, will reveal practical methods and expert insights for outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes, resulting in substantial time and resource savings.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
What You Should Know: – SetSet , the pioneering platform connecting consumers and medical providers for safe microdosing, has officially launched. – The innovative platform is specifically designed to empower women in navigating psychedelic experiences through community support, therapist-created curriculum, and access to trained practitioners.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
A health systems-backed tech company has reached a deal with Texas’ attorney general to settle allegations that a generative AI product used by “at least four major Texas hospitals” was less accura | Pieces Technologies agreed to more clearly disclose how it is describing its tools’ performance, and to provide more explicit disclosures to its hospital customers covering how the products are to be used and could potentially lead to patient harm.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Amanda Bury, Chief Commercial Officer at Infermedica The healthcare landscape continues to evolve rapidly, driven by advancements in technology and the ongoing shift towards alternative payment models. As payers navigate this increasingly complex environment, member engagement has emerged as a critical factor in ensuring the success of healthcare initiatives.
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Recommended digital therapies for mental health conditions could free up thousands of NHS therapists' hours, according to the NICE.
Speaker: Andrea Wuchiski
In an era where a workforce spans multiple generations, HR managers and Total Rewards leaders face the unique challenge of designing benefits packages that cater to diverse employee needs. This session will delve into how comprehensive fertility benefits can bridge generational gaps, support employees’ health, and enhance workplace satisfaction. Join us for an insightful session that highlights the strategic importance of fertility benefits in today’s competitive job market.
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The following is a guest article by Aaron Timm, EVP and Chief Commercial Officer at Vivalink In recent years, Hospital-at-Home (HaH) programs have been accepted more widely as a way of providing acute-level care to patients at home. These programs are gaining traction worldwide because they offer solutions to challenges seen in traditional hospitals, such as capacity constraints, increasing expenses, and efforts to improve patient experiences and outcomes.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
2024 has been a year that has tested healthcare organizations' cyber resilience, and shone a spotlight on critical vulnerabilities. | Cybersecurity leaders at major health systems and leading health insurers say they are now keenly focused on building more a resilient healthcare ecosystem rather than just reacting to threats.
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
New Healthtech Startup Uses Advanced Data Analytics to Provide Tailored Benefits Solutions, Driving Cost Savings and Enhanced Employee Satisfaction Sounder Benefits , an intelligent benefits healthtech company that provides total benefit solutions for high-growth companies, launched today. Built at Redesign Health , Sounder Benefits will combine AI-driven insights and strategic benefits advisory services to design comprehensive total benefits strategies that go beyond traditional benefit solutio
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Health tech startup Dandelion Health launched a clinical artificial intelligence marketplace that merges third-party algorithms and Dandelion's data platform and model validation capabilities | Through a new solution, Dandelion Health can bring together AI developers and life sciences companies to answer questions in a fraction of the time as a randomized controlled trial.
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Dive into the Compliance Officer's Handbook for advanced OSHA and HIPAA strategies. This guide provides detailed steps for maintaining compliance in healthcare facilities, covering key regulations like the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and HIPAA Privacy Rule. Learn to create a culture of compliance with management commitment, employee training, and regular risk assessments.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
What You Should Know: – A new study by Upvio , a leading digital care platform, titled “ State of AI and Technology Adoption in Healthcare ,” provides critical insights into the transformative role of technology in the healthcare industry. – The comprehensive report, based on a survey of over 1,400 patients and healthcare professionals, underscores the widespread adoption of telehealth and the growing acceptance of AI-powered tools.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Walmart's tobacco surcharge unfairly raised health insurance costs, affected employees claim in a new class-action lawsuit. | Two Walmart workers have filed a class-action lawsuit against the company's health plan, claiming a tobacco surcharge violates ERISA and has unfairly resulted in higher health insurance premiums.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
– A recent study has shed light on the significant potential of the ECHO Model in improving diabetes care in rural communities. – The research, published in The Journal of General Internal Medicine , showed that rural healthcare providers participating in weekly ECHO telementoring sessions achieved comparable results to endocrinology specialists in academic medical centers when managing patients with diabetes.
HealthIT Answers
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
NOW on Demand This Just In episode with host Justin Barnes and his guest Mike Silverstein, Managing Partner of Healthcare IT & Life Sciences discussing today's recruiting practices. Mike founded the Healthcare IT practice in 2008 and shares the industry trends and shifts that we should prepared for. Also insights and outlook on private equity and venture capital for health IT.
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Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.
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