Tue.Apr 09, 2024

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Transforming engagement with AI-driven channels

Healthcare It News

By leveraging AI, providers can instantly connect to patients locally and keep a communication channel open throughout their care journeys, explains Don Thompson, head of marketing at TeleVox.

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Michigan divvies out Medicaid contracts, with Centene, Molina seeing minor losses

Healthcare Dive

However, the insurers could protest Michigan’s decision, potentially mitigating membership erosion.

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Q&A: Blackbird on its youth mental health platform and $17M raise

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Tom Peterson, CEO of Blackbird, joined MobiHealthNews to discuss the company's offerings, its recent Series A raise and what it will do with the funds.

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North Carolina county seeks damages in HCA Mission lawsuit

Healthcare Dive

Buncombe County is seeking to join a lawsuit from the state alleging HCA intentionally understaffed Mission’s emergency department, increased wait times and wasted taxpayer dollars.

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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!

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Google, Bayer team up to develop new AI products for radiologists

Fierce Healthcare

Healthcare company Bayer has tapped Google for its cloud and artificial intelligence capabilities to build new tech products to assist radiologists. | Bayer wants to pair its radiology, healthcare regulator and clinical data handling expertise with Google's tech muscle and ongoing work in generative AI to speed up innovation in media imaging.

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Digital health sees more deals with smaller checks in Q1: report

Healthcare Dive

Artificial intelligence scooped up a chunk of digital health funding, making up 40% of the first quarter’s investment total, according to Rock Health.

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Transparency and Data Sharing Can Also Ease Patient Burn-Out

Healthcare IT Today

Grace Cordovano, PhD, Founder of Enlightening Results , co-Founder of Unblock Health , and a devoted patient advocate, says that administrative burdens and failures at data sharing affect more than clinicians and administrators: These glitches in the healthcare systems also contribute to burn-out among patients and their families. Cordovano and Colin Banas, MD, MHA, Chief Medical Officer at DrFirst , talk in this video about recent regulatory advances in data sharing and how both clinicians and

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4 Critical Steps to Achieving Data Interoperability for Health Plans

MRO Compliance

In today’s healthcare ecosystem, data plays a pivotal role in influencing patient outcomes. For many health plans , navigating the complexities of interoperability and seamless data exchange remains a challenge. However, the ability to successfully navigate and implement a scalable interoperability solution is within reach, paving the way for a future where healthcare is more connected, efficient, and patient centered.

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HeathNet Homecare platform looks to predict medication non-adherence

Digital Health News

Patients who fail to take medicines as prescribed are costly to health systems and risk seeing their own conditions worsen.

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CodaMetrix Announces $40M Series B Financing to Advance Medical Coding Quality and Clinically Enrich Claims Data Through AI

Healthcare IT Today

CodaMetrix , the leading artificial intelligence (AI) solution for transforming healthcare and revenue cycle management, today announced that it has closed its $40 million Series B funding round. Transformation Capital led the financing with continued support from existing investors SignalFire, Series A lead, and Frist Cressey Ventures. Todd Cozzens, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Transformation Capital, will join CodaMetrix’s Board of Directors.

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HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends

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.

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Insurers, Uber unite against maternal mortality in Georgia with nutrition

Fierce Healthcare

Supplemental benefits administrator Avesis and Elevance Health subsidiary Amerigroup Georgia have teamed up with Uber Health in a pilot project to tackle the state's maternal health crisis.

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NTT DATA enhances dementia research with artificial intelligence

Digital Health News

Two new solutions using the power of artificial intelligence to enhance research into dementia and cognitive decline are being worked on by NTT DATA.

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J.D. Power: Where payers are falling short in providing a digital consumer experience

Fierce Healthcare

Consumers expect a simple and easy digital experience, and health plans have plenty of room to improve on that front, according to a new report. | Consumers expect a simple and easy digital experience, and health plans have plenty of room to improve on that front, according to a new report.

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Smart Triage shines and sets Rapid Health apart from competitors

Digital Health News

Rapid Health’s Smart Triage is helping NHS GP practices and Primary Care Networks solve the '8am rush' issue, CEO and co-founder Carmelo Insalaco explains.

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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers

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.

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Costco, Sesame expand weight loss partnership program

Mobi Health News

The expanded partnership allows Costco members to obtain weight loss services through Sesame's healthcare marketplace.

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New Aegis Ventures consortium joins 9 health systems to co-develop digital solutions

Fierce Healthcare

Aegis Ventures has launched a digital health innovation collaborative with the backing of nine founding health systems. | The new Digital Consortium aims to put health systems at the center of digital health innovation to help address healthcare’s most pressing quality, equity and cost challenges. These health systems will co-develop, invest in and deploy health tech solutions alongside Aegis.

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Clarius teams up with ThinkSono for AI-guided ultrasound system

Mobi Health News

The companies' joint offering, ThinkSono Guidance, attained Class IIb CE mark approval in March with upcoming plans for FDA approval.

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New Report Reveals Biggest Reason Why Nurses Are Quitting

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Laudio and the American Organization for Nursing Leadership announced the release of the inaugural Quantifying Nurse Manager Impact report , which delivers insights into the impact of nurse managers on health system financial outcomes and key factors that can impede this impact. – Leveraging Laudio’s unique data set, the report provides first-of-its-kind data on the influence of leader-team member engagement on nurse retention – a pervasive and costly challeng

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Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data

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.

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HealthNet Homecare platform looks to predict medication non-adherence

Digital Health News

Patients who fail to take medicines as prescribed are costly to health systems and risk seeing their own conditions worsen.

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Augmedix, Andor Health Integrate to Enhance Virtual Care with AI-Powered Documentation

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Augmedix (AUGX), a leader in AI-powered medical documentation, and Andor Health , a cloud-based platform for virtual care communication, have announced a strategic partnership to streamline workflows and improve patient care. – The strategic integration aims to revolutionize virtual care by leveraging ambient AI to automate note creation within the Andor Health platform, ThinkAndor®.

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Online student support company eLuma appoints new CEO and more digital health hires

Mobi Health News

Clinical-trial research company Clario announces new hire, and AI-enabled surgical care organization Apella and data company Brillio announce additions to their board of directors.

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Combatting Physical Therapy Burnout: Can Digital Health Help?

HIT Consultant

Patrick Tarnowski, Chief Commercial Officer, OneStep The physical therapy profession, encompassing both Physical Therapists (PTs) and Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), is navigating through a period of unprecedented challenge. Recent data highlights concerning trends – not only did the sector see the departure of 15,000 PTs, or 11% of the existing workforce, between 2021 and 2022, but there has also been a consistent 5% annual decrease in applicants to PT programs over the last three t

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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.

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Kaiser Permanente uses AI to redirect 'simple' patient messages from physician inboxes

Fierce Healthcare

Artificial intelligence categorization can help stem the flood of patient messages that would otherwise demand physicians’ expensive time, Kaiser Permanente researchers report. | Natural language processing algorithms trained to categorize different types of messages helped a support team to resolve nearly a third of patient queries without involving the recipient physician.

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Establishing Effective Payer Benefits Strategies for Health Equity

HIT Consultant

Brandi Hodor, Sr. Healthcare Analytic Advisor at Merative Health equity helps ensure all individuals have equal access to healthcare. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, health equity means everyone has a fair and just opportunity to attain their highest level of health. To address the benefit needs of underrepresented population groups, payers can develop “more equitable approaches to healthcare benefits design that recognize and meaningfully address access and affordab

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Availity Fills in Staff Knowledge at the Point of Engagement with Patients

Healthcare IT Today

Health care is not one single system, but multiple systems offering a bewildering variety of diagnostic and treatment options, backed by a plethora of payment systems that vary from patient. According to Krisi Hutson, Senior Director of Solutions at Availity , AI can help administrative staff from the front desk to the billing office negotiate the maze.

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Q1 2024 Digital Health Funding: A Reset & Refocus on Outcomes

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Q1 2024 Digital health funding in the U.S. reached $2.7B across 133 deals, with an average deal size of $20.6M, according to Rock Health’s Q1 2024 Digital Health Funding Report. – The report reveals the digital health funding landscape has undergone a significant shift in Q1 2024, marking a transition from a period of rapid growth to a more measured environment focused on long-term sustainability.

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

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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Developing Secure HIPAA Compliant Healthtech Software

HealthIT Answers

By Harikrishna Kundariya - The process of HIPAA-compliant software development is complicated and requires the implementation of efficient design, solid security policies, and a consistent focus on data protection. The post Developing Secure HIPAA Compliant Healthtech Software appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Need for Private Practice Billing Services

Medisys Compliance

Introduction As a mental health provider, your dedication lies in providing exceptional care to your patients. However, the administrative burden of managing billing and collections can steal precious time you could be spending on what truly matters – your patients’ well-being. This is where private practice billing services come in. Understanding the Challenges of Private Practice Billing The world of medical billing is complex, and mental health services are no exception.

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2024 CAHPS for MIPS Survey Registration is Now Open

HealthIT Answers

Registration is open through July 1, 2024, at 8 p.m. ET for the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) for the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) Survey for the 2024 performance year. The post 2024 CAHPS for MIPS Survey Registration is Now Open appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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HIPAA Basics II: Building a Robust Cybersecurity Culture for Healthcare Data Protection

HIPAA Vault

HIPAA compliance is not optional when it comes to hosting private medical files. It is a requirement that can result in a fine and other penalties if violated, even accidentally. Many hosts claim to offer HIPAA compliant hosting, but in fact, may be missing certain features that could result in a breach of data security and/or a violation of HIPAA compliance.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

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.