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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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Corrections NZ invests $5M in EHR and more briefs

Healthcare It News

Corrections NZ announces $5M EHR deal The New Zealand Department of Corrections is adopting a patient management system from Canada to improve healthcare for persons in custody. It recently signed a NZ$9 million ($5.3 million) agreement with EHR solutions provider Intrahealth to deliver its PMS over seven years. In a statement, Intrahealth said its solution "will improve operational efficiency by automating tasks, reducing paperwork, and simplifying processes, freeing up the health team to

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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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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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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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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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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 Aftereffects of the CrowdStrike Outage

Healthcare IT Today

On Friday, July 19th, 2024, CrowdStrike had a major outage. Many businesses and organizations came to an abrupt halt as all systems using CrowdStrike received the infamous blue screen of death. All because of one faulty update, mass amounts of flights were delayed and canceled, businesses such as banks or news broadcasts were forced to temporarily close, and most importantly, vital operations such as government agencies, emergency services, and healthcare organizations were also impacted.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Mastering EKG Training for Healthcare Professionals

American Medical Compliance

Electrocardiography (EKG) is a fundamental skill for healthcare professionals, playing a crucial role in diagnosing and monitoring a wide range of cardiovascular conditions. Mastering EKG interpretation is essential for delivering accurate, timely patient care. This Mastering EKG course is designed to provide in-depth knowledge and practical skills in EKG interpretation, from understanding the basics of cardiac rhythms to recognize complex arrhythmias and abnormalities.

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How Debt-Free Education Programs Can Reduce the Healthcare Staffing Shortage

HIT Consultant

Molly Ellenberg Friedland, Group VP of Corporate Partnerships at InStride The U.S. is currently suffering from a severe shortage of healthcare workers, including physicians, nurses, and allied health roles. For the second year in a row, hospital CEOs cited workforce challenges as their top concern on the American College of Healthcare Executives annual survey.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Optimizing Workflow with Health IT Solutions in Injury Care

HealthIT Answers

By Isaac Smith - Injury care management requires precision, efficiency, and streamlined processes to treat patients quickly and effectively. Health IT solutions have transformed injury management workflows, efficiency, and administrative burdens as healthcare systems evolve. The post Optimizing Workflow with Health IT Solutions in Injury Care appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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You Have a Disaster Recovery Plan, Now What?

Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

Creating a Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) is a significant achievement for any organization, especially for those handling sensitive data such as healthcare providers. However, having a plan is only the beginning. Ensuring the plan’s effectiveness and compliance with HIPAA regulations requires ongoing actions and detailed attention. Regular Testing and Updates Scheduled Testing : A DRP must be regularly tested to ensure its viability.

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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.