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More hospitals, payers compliant with price transparency laws

Healthcare Dive

More than 90% of hospitals posted files at least partially compliant with price transparency requirements in 2023, according to a new report from Turquoise Health.

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Q&A: Former Walt Disney Imagineer on creating immersive experiences for healthcare

Mobi Health News

Joe Lanzisero, VP of Zeitgeist Design & Production and former Walt Disney Imagineer, discusses crafting experiences that captivate and how those methods can be applied within healthcare.

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‘Healthy pullback’: GSR Ventures’ Sunny Kumar on normalizing digital health funding, accelerating M&A in 2024

Healthcare Dive

In part one of a three-part Q&A series, Sunny Kumar discusses digital healthcare investment, the landscape for M&A and when the public markets could open back up.

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Hospitals sue ransomware group

Becker's Health IT

A healthcare coalition comprising two hospitals and an orthopedic group filed a lawsuit against unidentified individuals associated with the ransomware group LockBit, BankInfoSecurity reported Jan. 4.

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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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CVS names Tom Cowhey permanent CFO

Healthcare Dive

CVS on Friday solidified what had been a temporary role for Cowhey, while sharing it expects enrollment in Medicare Advantage plans to exceed previous targets for 2024.

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From Security to Regulation: Exploring the Hidden Challenges of the Digital Health Revolution

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Abhishek Khandelwal, Vice President, Life Sciences at Capgemini Engineering The convergence of digital technology and healthcare has been underway for quite some time, but as we inch closer to 2024, the pace of change that this sector is experiencing is unprecedented. For an industry that typically trails “big tech” when it comes to software-enabled innovation, healthcare organizations are beginning to hone in on digital transformation and race ahead of the pa

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PursueCare Completes Series B Fundraising Round and Acquires Digital Therapeutics Developed by Pear Therapeutics, Inc.

Healthcare IT Today

The Fundraising and Acquisition of Digital Therapeutics for SUD Strengthens PursueCare’s Ability to Provide Care for Individuals with Addiction PursueCare , a digital addiction treatment provider, today announced the completion of a Series B fundraising round totaling $20 million. The Series B round was led by T.Rx Capital and Yamaha Motor Ventures, with participation from Seyen Capital and OCA Ventures.

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New Walgreens CEO signals pharmacy giant will shift to new drug pricing models

Fierce Healthcare

In his first earnings call since taking over as CEO of Walgreens, Tim Wentworth signaled the drugstore retail giant is exploring new pharmacy models as cost-plus drug pricing gains momentum. | New Walgreens CEO Tim Wentworth signaled the drugstore retail giant is exploring new pharmacy models as cost-plus drug pricing gains momentum during the company's recent first-quarter earnings call.

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Data companies Atropos Health, Arcadia announce partnership

Mobi Health News

Arcadia's provider customers and life sciences users can leverage Atropos Health's datasets for value-based care and clinical decision-making.

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ? 

Digital Health News

Today's briefing includes a partnership between Aptar Digital Health and Gerresheimer and an overview of AI applications for musculoskeletal imaging.

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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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Value Based Care – 2024 Health IT Predictions

Healthcare IT Today

As we kick off 2024, we wanted to start the new year with a series of 2024 Health IT predictions. We asked the Healthcare IT Today community to submit their predictions and we received a wide ranging set of responses that we grouped into a number of themes. In fact, we got so many that we had to narrow them down to just the best and most interesting.

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NHSE publishes heavily redacted Palantir FDP contract

Digital Health News

NHS England has published a redacted version of its 586-page contract with US data giant Palantir to operate the new Federated Data Platform (FDP).

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Elevance Health sues feds, challenging changes to MA star ratings methodology

Fierce Healthcare

Elevance Health and its regional subsidiaries have filed suit against the feds, challenging changes to the methodology for Medicare Advantage star ratings that it calls "unlawful." | Elevance Health and its regional subsidiaries have filed suit against the feds, challenging changes to the methodology for Medicare Advantage star ratings that it calls "unlawful.

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Inaugural Leap programme launched by DigitalHealth.London

Digital Health News

DigitalHealth.London has launched its inaugural Leap programme, aiming to support underrepresented groups who have healthcare innovations.

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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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SSM Health affected by business partner breach

Becker's Health IT

"SSM Health reports data breach from partner vendor, Navvis & Co., affecting patient information and Social Security numbers.

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Navigator Guide FAQs of the Week: Wrapping Up Open Enrollment

Center for Health Insurance Reform

Open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act’s Marketplaces is coming to a close. In most states, January 16 is the last day to sign up for a 2024 plan. This week, we’re highlighting frequently asked questions from CHIR’s Navigator Resource Guide concerning the end of open enrollment.

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Nabla’s AI Assistant Gets $24M Boost to Combat Clinician Burnout and Streamline Care

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Nabla, a Boston, MA-based ambient AI assistant for healthcare professionals, announced today the initial close of a $24M Series B funding round led by Cathay Innovation , with participation from ZEBOX Ventures. – The latest round of funding brings Nabla’s total funding to over $43M and fuels its mission to revolutionize healthcare delivery by empowering clinicians and improving patient care.

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Reducing Back-End Denials by Automating Front-End Financial Clearance

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Matt Bridge, senior vice president – Strategy and Solutions, AGS Health. Optimizing financial clearance and other patient access operations is an important aspect of any strategy to offset revenue cycle issues that are behind […] The article Reducing Back-End Denials by Automating Front-End Financial Clearance appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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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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JPM24, Day 1: Here are the companies we're watching

Fierce Healthcare

It's officially a new year for the healthcare industry, as biopharma executives, investors, reporters and others make the annual trek to the Westin St. | All the latest healthcare and health tech news from the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco.

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Medical Imaging Needs More Speedy, Stable, and Secure Data Infrastructure to Produce Life-Saving Insights

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Josh Otten, director of IT and solutions engineering, Adventist Healthcare. Artificial intelligence (AI) applications are making waves across industries. But in healthcare, we frequently find ourselves fighting against being left behind when it comes […] The article Medical Imaging Needs More Speedy, Stable, and Secure Data Infrastructure to Produce Life-Saving Insights appeared first on

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Mayo Clinic, Aiforia Partner on AI Model for Colorectal Cancer Recurrence

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – In a groundbreaking collaboration, Aiforia , an AI company specializing in pathology solutions, and Mayo Clinic have announced the exclusive licensing of a revolutionary AI model that improves the prediction of colorectal cancer recurrence. – The successful development and licensing of this AI model marks a significant milestone in the fight against colorectal cancer.

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Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: Pharos Acquires RhythMedix 

McGuire Wood

Pharos Capital Group has announced it has acquired a majority stake in RhythMedix. RhythMedix , founded in 2013 and based in Mt. Laurel, N.J., is a manufacturer and provider of remote cardiac monitoring systems and related services. Pharos , with offices in Dallas and Nashville, pursues control equity and mezzanine investments in lower and middle market companies primarily in healthcare and business services.

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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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Dental AI Revolutionizes Oral Health: VideaHealth Receives Landmark FDA Clearance

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – In a landmark moment for dentistry, VideaHealth , the leading dental AI platform, has secured FDA 510(k) clearance for Videa Dental Assist, a groundbreaking tool equipped with over 30 AI algorithms. – This clearance marks a watershed moment, granting VideaHealth the distinction of being the first dental AI company to offer insights for virtually every major dental disease, including pediatric conditions.

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Chutes & Ladders–Clover Health CFO out, shake-up atop Oracle Health

Fierce Healthcare

Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry.

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Goldman Sachs Bets Big on Life Sciences with $650M Fund

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Goldman Sachs Asset Management has announced the closing of its first-ever life sciences fund, West Street Life Sciences I, surpassing its target with $650 million in commitments. – This marks a significant investment in the burgeoning life sciences sector, showcasing Goldman Sachs’ confidence in the field’s potential to revolutionize healthcare.

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CVS Health taps Cowhey as permanent CFO

Fierce Healthcare

CVS Health has named Tom Cowhey, its interim chief financial officer, to the role permanently. | CVS Health has named Tom Cowhey, its interim chief financial officer, to the role permanently.

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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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New Year, New Ada?

Healthicity

As the clock struck midnight on December 31st, Ada enthusiastically donned her sparkly resolution-themed hat and began typing away, determined to list every resolution that popped into her head.

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OCR Continues Digging on Cyber Attacks

HealthIT Answers

By Matt Fisher - The Office for Civil Rights is stepping up its attention to cyberattacks impacting healthcare organizations. After years of attacks impacting operations and the privacy of patient information, OCR is now flexing its HIPAA enforcement muscles on that front. The post OCR Continues Digging on Cyber Attacks appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Report highlights HANYS’ work on behalf of members

Hanys

We're proud to support our member hospitals, health systems and continuing care facilities and all they do to provide the highest quality care. Learn more about our 2023 membership successes on our website.

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Weekly Health Care Real Estate Briefing: Senior Housing Outlook for 2024 | Health Care M&A Predictions | Potential $300M Tax-Exempt Bond Offering

Hall Render

Senior Housing News published a list of anticipated trends for 2024 , including the potential for larger markets returning to pre-pandemic occupancy, assisted living overtaking independent living as the most prevalent senior housing offering, more operators offering discounts and concessions to residents and the continued rise of luxury senior living accommodations.

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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?