Compliancy Group
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Healthcare organizations face numerous challenges in protecting sensitive patient information. With the increasing use of electronic health records (EHRs) and the reliance on technology for data storage and transmission, healthcare data security, privacy, and compliance have become critical. We will review the importance of healthcare data compliance and its role in safeguarding patient information.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Presidents of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American College of Physicians argue for reforms in the national physician payment system.
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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
At the Drug Enforcement Agency Drug Diversion Division listening sessions earlier this month, DEA Administrator Anne Milgram said the agency would hold a second comment period on its March NPRM in the months ahead. WHY IT MATTERS The Drug Diversion Division said it was conducting public listening sessions to get input on prescribing controlled substances on telemedicine platforms and to learn about the types of data and its accessibility for use in detecting unlawful drug diversion.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
CMS Deputy Administrator Jon Blum signaled regulators could increasingly crack down on bad actors in the MA program, which now covers more than half of Medicare seniors.
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.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Cigna is facing another lawsuit over its PxDx tool, which has garnered controversy amid concerns that the insurer is using it to reject claims en masse. | Cigna is facing another lawsuit over its PxDx tool, which has garnered controversy amid concerns that the insurer is using it to reject claims en masse.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Leaders of the Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions announced on Friday that over 75,000 members will strike from Oct. 4 to Oct. 6 if labor and management cannot agree to new contract terms.
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Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Nearly 500,000 people will regain Medicaid or Children’s Health Insurance Program coverage after being improperly removed from the rolls during redeterminations, according to the HHS.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Catholic healthcare giant CommonSpirit Health has reported a $1.4 billion operating loss (-4.1% operating margin) and a net loss of $259 million for its 2023 fiscal year, which ended June 30, accor | The 145-hospital nonprofit system's improving volumes were undercut by lagging reimbursement, high costs and a cybersecurity incident. But, fourth-quarter labor costs were somewhat checked by the health system eliminating "approximately 2,000" full-time jobs.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
On Thursday, the HHS and other departments proposed a rule that would raise the independent dispute resolution process fees from $50 to $150. Last month, a federal court vacated a rate of $350.
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Jennifer Mathieu, senior vice president of professional and government affairs at AMCP, provides an update on the Access to Prescription Digital Therapeutics Act 2023 moving through Congress.
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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.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Leaders of the Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions announced on Friday that over 75,000 members will strike from Oct. 4 to Oct. 6 if labor and management cannot agree to new contract terms.
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Civitas Networks for Health is a non-profit consortium that brings together a broad community of organizations interested in health data exchange. Many members are HIEs, but a number of other organizations in health care including community organizations are members as well. Civitas started only two and half years ago, but already have 165 members spread across the country.
Healthcare Dive
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The nonprofit giant is the latest healthcare organization trying to position itself as an attractive partner for independent physicians who want to transition to value-based payment arrangements.
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Six out of 10 care homes and domiciliary care agencies in the Dorset Council region have now moved from paper-based records to electronic records.
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.
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The company will use the funds to expand its reach throughout hospitals in the U.S. and enhance product development.
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The latest Digital Health News industry roundup features investment funding for Decently and Navenio and a milestone for Guy's and St Thomas'
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
What You Should Know: In new research released by Teladoc Health, t he global leader in whole-person virtual care, U.S. employers with 2,500 or more employees reported a 21% increase in the implementation of additional virtual care offerings over the past 18 months, with 77% stating they plan to increase their investment in virtual care over the next three years.
Digital Health News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
A new partnership between 2San and Phoenix Healthcare will see a range of self-diagnostic tests made available through Rowlands Pharmacy and Numark.
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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
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
What You Should Know: Motif Neurotech , a neurotechnology company developing minimally invasive bioelectronics for mental health, announced new research published to the preprint server medrxiv that demonstrates a millimeter-sized brain stimulator in a human subject. The study was a collaboration with researchers at Rice University, Baylor College of Medicine, and UTHealth Houston.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
A Florida nurse practitioner was convicted this week by a federal jury for her participation in a $200 million healthcare fraud scheme. | Elizabeth Hernandez, 45, ordered more cancer genetic tests than any other provider in the nation during 2020 and "routinely" billed over 24 hours of office visits in a single day," DOJ said.
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The following is a guest article by Sheetal Chawla, Head of Life Sciences and Head of Northeast Region at Capgemini Americas , and Stephen Obana, Vice President of Life Sciences at Capgemini Americas The healthcare sector has long been globally recognized as one of the leading carbon-intensive industries, accounting for 4.5% of the world’s greenhouse gases.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Access to early cancer screenings and intervention can reduce deaths by 45%, according to the American Cancer Society. However, accessibility remains a significant challenge. | In this week's episode of "Podnosis," Heather Landi from Fierce Healthcare engages in a conversation with Othman Laraki, co-founder and CEO of Color Health. They delve into strategies for boosting screenings and explore the partnership between Color Health and the American Cancer Society, aimed at making co
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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 22, 2023
Together, the Healthcare Technology Companies will Continue to Innovate and Strengthen Solutions that Position Organizations to Succeed Against Industry Challenges and Thrive in Value-Based Care WellSky , a leading health and community care technology company, announced today that it has acquired Experience Care , an innovative technology company offering a suite of software solutions for post-acute and long-term care providers.
Medical Gas Compliance
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Most of us assume that because the hospital is plumbed for vacuum and gasses, everything will work right the first and every time. Usually, it does, but there is a reason every operating room has multiple outlets and inlets. Sometimes, things don’t go as planned.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Enthea, an administrator of benefits focused on medication-assisted therapies, has made ketamine-assisted therapy available nationwide as an employee benefit. | Enthea says it is the first and only licensed provider of plans that cover medication-assisted therapies like ketamine and psychedelics. Employers interested in the benefit can add it as an ancillary benefit, similar to dental and vision offerings.
Health Populi
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
“ Groceries and glutes,” CNN reported in 2019 about a food store combining a gym in the store. While grocery stores have been embedded various fitness options into their brick-and-mortar footprints long before the pandemic, there’s a new riff on fitness at the grocer coming to Augusta, Georgia: grocery and golf. FreshTake, a new grocery store from a family-owned food chain, will open its doors in 2024, located in a Whole Foods location that closed in 2017.
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
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce wants to spearhead a global private-public effort to ensure universal health coverage throughout the world by 2030. | The main hurdle to reaching global universal health coverage by 2030 is raising the $176 billion needed to achieve that goal, according to research by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Hall Render
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
In 2023, nursing homes have seen increased citations by surveyors for noncompliance tied to their pre-dispute, binding agreements for binding arbitration with their residents. When used appropriately, these agreements can streamline conflict resolution processes, but operators must tread carefully to ensure compliance with the regulations. Regulations In 2019, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (“CMS”) published final regulations titled “Medicare and Medicaid Pro
HealthIT Answers
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
By William Hersh - In a previous post, I related the case of an excellent model that predicted hospital readmission yet when used in the context of real-world effort to reduce admissions was not able to lower the rate. New studies are highlighting this scenario again. The post More Evidence That We Need More Evidence for AI Interventions appeared first on Health IT Answers.
Becker's Health IT
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
LockBit, a ransomware gang, said it would leak stolen data from Carthage (N.Y.) Area Hospital and Ogdensburg, N.Y.-based Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center if a ransom was not paid by Sept. 18, but the hospital officials said that did not happen, WWNY reported Sept. 21.
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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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