Thu.Aug 15, 2024

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Complex work, shifting tasks: Why nurses might need their own AI documentation tools

Healthcare Dive

Shiv Rao, CEO and co-founder of AI notetaking company Abridge, discusses the company’s product geared toward nurses and what’s next for the documentation market.

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AllianceChicago CIO discusses technology-enabled approaches to health equity

Healthcare It News

AllianceChicago is a unique organization. A federally funded health center network of more than 76 community health centers operating in more than 23 states, its work is centered on improving personal, community and public health through innovative collaboration. The collaboration has been in operation for more than 25 years and is committed to developing and implementing systems that promote equity and optimize health and well-being.

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Kaiser Permanente rolls out Abridge’s AI documentation tool

Healthcare Dive

The product, which uses AI to summarize medical information from conversations between patients and clinicians, is now available across Kaiser’s 40 hospitals and more than 600 medical offices.

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CMS: Negotiated drug prices would have saved Medicare $6B last year

Fierce Healthcare

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services offered the first look at the potential savings generated by the first crop of Medicare drug price negotiations. | The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services offered the first look at the potential savings generated by the first crop of Medicare drug price negotiations.

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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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Medicare reveals results of drug price negotiations

Healthcare Dive

The agency said the first round of pricing talks, which involved drugs like the blood thinners Eliquis and Xarelto, will result in $6 billion in savings for taxpayers.

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Medicaid overtakes Medicare Advantage as health insurers’ bogeyman in Q2

Healthcare Dive

Despite challenges in Medicaid and MA, major insurers still posted large earnings in the second quarter — many helped by growing health services divisions.

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Wolters Kluwer targets retail pharmacies with new digital solutions for medication education

Fierce Healthcare

Information services company Wolters Kluwer rolled out new digital solutions to help retail pharmacies go paperless in an online, mobile tech consumer world. | There is a need to revamp the retail pharmacy experience beyond providing patients with medication leaflets. Two new pharmacy solutions offer digital health content to provide pharmacy consumers with accessible medication and health information.

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Hexarad closes £11.2m growth round for radiology platform

Digital Health News

Radiology platform Hexarad has announced the closure of a €13 million (£11.2m) growth round with reinvestment from existing shareholders.

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Allstate sells off employer voluntary benefits unit in $2B deal

Fierce Healthcare

Insurance giant Allstate will sell off its employer voluntary benefits arm to StanCorp Financial Group, also known as the Standard, in a deal valued at $2 billion. | Insurance giant Allstate will sell off its employer voluntary benefits arm to StanCorp Financial Group, also known as the Standard, in a deal valued at $2 billion.

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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.

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From Comfort to Cure’: Answering the Call of ASCO 2024

HIT Consultant

Dr. Robert Den, Chief Medical Officer at Alpha Tau Medical The landscape of cancer treatment has continued to evolve, and the annual ASCO Meetings often set the stage for “what’s next in cancer care.” The overarching narrative at the 2024 ASCO Annual Meeting “From Comfort to Cure,” calls providers to view treatment plans with an emphasis on quality of life.

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Health systems still reeling from Change hack

Becker's Health IT

While some of the nation's largest health systems have fully recovered from the Feb. 21 ransomware attack on UnitedHealth's Change Healthcare, smaller systems are still grappling with its effects, an Aug. 13 report from Strata Decision Technology found.

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Northwestern Deploys Epic-Integrated DAX Copilot Across Enterprise

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Nuance Communications , a Microsoft company, announced that Northwestern Medicine has selected Dragon Ambient eXperience (DAX) Copilot as its ambient voice solution. – The AI-powered technology will be integrated into Epic EHR to streamline clinical documentation and enhance patient care. Nuance’s DAX Copilot Reduces Physician Burnout and Improves Care DAX Copilot addresses the critical issue of physician burnout by automating time-consuming administrati

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Secure Payment Card Industry (PCI) Compliance Training

American Medical Compliance

In the healthcare industry, where sensitive financial and personal information is regularly processed, maintaining secure Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance is critical. PCI compliance not only protects patient payment data but also ensures that healthcare organizations meet stringent regulatory requirements. Failure to comply with PCI standards can lead to severe financial penalties, legal repercussions, and damage to the organization’s reputation.

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

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.

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ZeOmega Integrates with Wolters Kluwer for Member Education

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – ZeOmega®, the leading population health management organization, today announced that its Jiva Member Engagement Navigator platform now integrates with Wolters Kluwer’s UpToDate® member education solutions. – This integration combines both companies’ award-winning solutions to equip health plans with the highest-quality member education materials and programs that enhance member experience, improve performance, and drive measurable outcomes suc

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Transforming Healthcare Training: The Benefits of Microlearning | symplr

Symplr

The healthcare field is a whirlwind. Between patient care, paperwork, and staying up-to-date on the latest advancements, a 2023 survey by the American Medical Association (AMA) found that nearly half (48%) of physicians reported feeling burnt out. Traditional training often adds to the burden, demanding large chunks of time you simply don't have.

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Medable Launches No-Code Platform for Clinical Trials

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Medable Inc. , the leading technology platform for clinical trials, today announced Medable Studio , an all-in-one application for configuring, translating, validating, and launching eCOA Plus (eCOA, eConsent, Televisit, Sensors) into clinical trials. – Studio is a no-code suite that simplifies the complex eCOA launch process, giving biopharmaceutical companies greater control and transparency for faster study go-live and earlier patient enrollment.

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Precision surgery AI company Caresyntax banks $180M to accelerate growth and fuel M&A

Fierce Healthcare

Precision surgery software company Caresyntax secured $180 million in a series C extension funding round. | Caresyntax executives said the company will use the fresh capital to scale customer adoption of surgical software tools and to supports its M&A strategy.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

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?

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Ethical Code of Conduct in Healthcare Training

American Medical Compliance

In the healthcare industry, ethical behavior is the cornerstone of trust between providers and patients. This training serves as a guiding framework that ensures healthcare professionals uphold the highest standards of integrity, respect, and compassion in their interactions with patients, colleagues, and the broader community. Adhering to the code of conduct is not only a legal and professional obligation but also a mortal duty that fosters a culture of accountability and excellence in patient

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Healthcare’s Need for High Performance Computing

Healthcare IT Today

Most health care sites are using healthcare systems that are several years old. In a recent Healthcare IT Today interview with Dell Technologies and AMD, Harini Malik, Global Strategic Biz Dev Head for Healthcare at AMD , points out that this legacy equipment is insufficient for the new demands of high-performance computing. First, of course, old equipment provides poorer performance than today’s systems.

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IT Security, Medical Standards, Active Shooter Preparedness, and Vendor Management Training

American Medical Compliance

In today’s complex and rapidly evolving healthcare environment, the safety and security of both patients and staff are of the utmost importance. Healthcare professionals must be equipped not only with the latest medical knowledge but also with the skills to handle a wide range of challenges, from IT security threats to emergency situations like active shooter incidents.

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3rd-party cybersecurity risk for hospitals: 4 notes

Becker's Health IT

As hospitals and health systems have improved their cybersecurity, hackers have still been interrupting healthcare by setting their sights on third-party technology companies and suppliers.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

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

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Share of £32m AI funding to speed up prescription deliveries

Digital Health News

A project to speed up NHS prescription deliveries using AI algorithms is to receive a share of £32 million in UK government funding.

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Blackstone to buy majority stake in Chartis from Audax Private Equity

Fierce Healthcare

Blackstone plans to buy healthcare consulting and advisory group Chartis Group from Audax Private Equity | The Chicago-based healthcare advisory firm announced Wednesday that it had entered into a definitive agreement to receive a majority investment from funds managed by Blackstone.

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Kootenai Health cyber attack impacts 464,000 patients

Digital Health News

US healthcare provider Kootenai Health has revealed that data belonging to 464,000 patients has been compromised following a cyber attack.

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Code of Conduct Refresher Training

American Medical Compliance

In the fast-paced and complex world of healthcare, maintaining high standards of professional behavior is crucial for ensuring patient safety, building trust, and fostering a positive work environment. Codes of conduct serve as a foundational guide for healthcare personnel, outlining the ethical principles and professional responsibilities that govern their actions and decisions.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

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.