Senators reintroduce bill to boost telemental healthcare
Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 25, 2024
The legislation would remove the requirement that Medicare beneficiaries be seen in-person within six months of receiving mental healthcare via telehealth.
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AWS adds $20M to cloud-based health equity initiative
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JANUARY 25, 2024
Amazon Web Services said it hopes to further address health equity and improve healthcare access with $20 million in additional funding for its ongoing global health equity program focused on underserved communities. AWS said it has now distributed more than $30 million to organizations that have leveraged cloud technology to provide care to historically underserved populations across 28 countries in its funding announcement Thursday “We’ve seen participants in the Health Equity Init
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Appeals court rejects doctors’ challenge to No Surprises Act
Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 25, 2024
A three-judge panel of the Second Circuit Appeals Court have dismissed claims from a New York medical group that the law amounts to an unconstitutional seizure of their property.
The Colonoscopies Were Free. But the ‘Surgical Trays’ Came With $600 Price Tags.
Kaiser Health News
JANUARY 25, 2024
Chantal Panozzo and her husband followed their primary care doctors’ orders last year after they both turned 45, now the recommended age to start screening for colorectal cancer. They scheduled their first routine colonoscopies a few months apart. Panozzo said she was excited to get a colonoscopy, of all things, because it meant free care. The couple run a business out of their suburban home near Chicago and purchase coverage costing more than $1,400 each month for their family of four on
The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings
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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.
FTC sues to block Novant purchase of two CHS hospitals
Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 25, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit on Thursday to block Winston-Salem, North Carolina-based Novant Health from expanding its grip on healthcare in the state, warning a buy would increase costs.
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HHS releases voluntary cybersecurity goals for the healthcare sector
Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 25, 2024
The voluntary resources serve as a “step forward” as the agency looks to propose enforceable standards, HHS Deputy Secretary Andrea Palm said in a statement.
Isaac Health nabs $5.7M seed round to scale up virtual brain health and dementia care
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 25, 2024
The U.S. faces a growing shortage of neurologists, creating care "deserts" around the country, forcing patients to wait longer and drive further to receive care. | Digital health company Isaac Health launched in 2022 to provide a virtual brain health and memory clinic platform with the goal of improving access to constrained brain health services.
Cleveland Clinic to focus on ‘smart growth,’ cutting costs this year
Healthcare Dive
JANUARY 25, 2024
During an annual address, executives outlined plans to build sustainably — with technology investments — after the operator posted a profit last year.
CMS seeks input on improving transparency in Medicare Advantage
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 25, 2024
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is seeking feedback on how to increase transparency around Medicare Advantage and improve data capabilities. | CMS initiated a request for information period Thursday to receive data on all aspects of the Medicare Advantage program including prior authorizations, value-based care and vertical integration.
3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings
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.
Contributed: ??AI integration in patient diagnostics: revolutionizing healthcare in 2024
Mobi Health News
JANUARY 25, 2024
As AI use within healthcare advances, several factors need to be considered, from how the tech can enhance care delivery to potentially worsening healthcare inequity.
The Big Consult: Additional Criteria for Adopting a Digital App or Service
Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 25, 2024
The previous article in this series laid out key criteria for choosing a digital solution to clinical problems. We’ll continue with some other less known, but still important, criteria in this article. In addition to the traits mentioned in the previous article, several others were cited by Christine Vogel, lead nurse educator at UbiSim : Ease of use: the vendor needs to bring in user experience (UX) designers and subject-matter experts.
Blair Institute calls for public-private NHS Data Trust
Digital Health News
JANUARY 25, 2024
The NHS should establish a new public-private NHS Data Trust to commercialise and sell access to anonymised NHS medical records the Blair Institute says.
Amazon Pharmacy testing out medication consulting service with One Medical primary care providers
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 25, 2024
As Amazon builds out its healthcare business and expands its reach into hybrid primary care, pharmacy operations and virtual care, there are promising opportunities to integrate these services to o | A year after its big-ticket primary care acquisition, Amazon Pharmacy is piloting a program to provide pharmacy consultations to One Medical providers with a specific focus on high-risk and complex patients among the older senior population.
The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring
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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.
GE HealthCare Announces Agreement to Acquire MIM Software
Healthcare IT Today
JANUARY 25, 2024
The Anticipated Acquisition Aligns to GE HealthCare’s Precision Care Strategy with the Goal of Strengthening the Company’s Digital Solutions Across Care Pathways MIM Software Provides AI-Enabled Image Analysis and Workflow Tools Across Multiple Care Areas, Including Oncology, Urology, Neurology, and Cardiology Today’s Agreement Reinforces GE HealthCare’s Commitment to Integrate Medical Imaging Products in Order to Deliver More Precise, Connected, and Efficient Care Across Disease States GE Healt
Most clinicians believe hospitals should address climate change, Commonwealth Fund survey finds
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 25, 2024
Four in five clinicians believe it’s important for their hospital to address climate change and that doing so is aligned with their organization’s mission, a new
Women's health platform Maven Clinic employees gain access to WellTheory
Mobi Health News
JANUARY 25, 2024
Employees of Maven will have access to WellTheory's platform for individuals with autoimmune diseases, including a collaborative care team and ongoing guidance.
VRIS radiology information system formally launches in the UKÂ
Digital Health News
JANUARY 25, 2024
Vertex has launched a radiology information system proven to help imaging departments alleviate bottlenecks and improve throughput of diagnostic reports.
15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence
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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?
Payer Roundup–L.A. Care Health Plan addressing PPE shortages; new Cost Plus Drugs partnership
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 25, 2024
Below is a round-up of payer-centric news for the week of Jan. 22, 2024 | This week, California health plans formed a coalition to address long-term PPE shortages, Mark Cuban's drug company announced a new partnership with Livinity, popularity rises for Colorado's public option plans and more.
Birmingham Women’s and Children’s awards EPR contract to Epic
Digital Health News
JANUARY 25, 2024
Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust has signed a contract with Epic to provide the Trust’s future electronic patient record solution
Chapter 11 bankruptcies spiked across healthcare in 2023, particularly for hospitals
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 25, 2024
2023 was the biggest year for healthcare Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings in the past half-decade, according to a new research report from Gibbins Advisors. | There were 79 bankruptcy filings across healthcare-related sectors last year, 12 of which were hospitals. Those are both up from 2022's 46 total and two hospital filings, according to a new report.
Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ?Â
Digital Health News
JANUARY 25, 2024
Today's briefing covers proposals that the NHS replace its traditional hospital model and the arrival of a new director of transformation at Nervecentre.
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
Elation Health, Surescripts partner to provide medication cost, coverage details during patient visits
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 25, 2024
Elation Health, a company that developed electronic medical record technology for primary care clinicians, is expanding its partnership with Surescripts to bring more transparency around prescripti | Elation Health integrated Surescripts' real-time prescription benefit tool directly into its EHR to give providers access to patient-specific medication coverage and cost data during patient medical visits.
HHS releases cybersecurity guidance
Becker's Health IT
JANUARY 25, 2024
The HHS has released a set of voluntary cybersecurity performance goals tailored to the healthcare sector that aim to help protect the industry from cyberattacks and improve response when events occur.
FTC opposes Novant Health's $320M hospital deal with Community Health Systems
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 25, 2024
Regulators are pumping the brakes on Novant Health’s deal to buy two North Carolina hospitals from Community Health Systems (CHS), citing concerns of higher healthcare costs and little incentive fo | The transaction for Lake Norman Regional Medical Center, Davis Regional Medical Center and other assets would give Novant Health 65% control of the inpatient general acute care services market in North Carolina's Eastern Lake Norman Area, the federal regulator said.
Follow the (Medical) Record: Denial Management with Dawn Crump
MRO Compliance
JANUARY 25, 2024
Healthcare NOW Radio Podcast Network · Follow the Medical Record: Dawn Crump senior director of revenue integrity solutions at MRO On this episode, host Don Hardwick invites back Dawn Crump senior director of revenue integrity solutions at MRO. They discuss managing payer denials and the struggle between payer auditors and providers.
Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide
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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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