Fri.Dec 08, 2023

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Senators probe private equity’s role in hospital operations

Healthcare Dive

The inquiry comes as the White House this week said it would investigate private equity investment in healthcare as federal scrutiny of firms ramps up.

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5 Recommendations for Strengthening Radiology Cybersecurity

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Jatin (JT) Thakkar, General Manager for Global Services and Solutions at Carestream Every day patients trust their health to the care of medical providers. They also place their personal health information (PHI) in their care. Sadly, ransomware attacks on healthcare delivery organizations are increasing in frequency and sophistication.

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Hospital lobbies push back on site-neutral provision in House bill

Healthcare Dive

The American Hospital Association and the Federation of American Hospitals sent letters to Congress this week opposing a bill that would equalize payments for drugs administered in outpatient clinics.

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Don’t Be Too Alarmed by the New SCOTUS Antibody Ruling

Bill of Health

Amgen v. Sanofi is an important case, but it won’t transform patent law on its own. By Timothy Bonis Last April, the Supreme Court ruled in Amgen v. Sanofi , a closely watched patent case where the justices upheld the invalidation of two monoclonal antibody patents for lack of enablement. The ruling has attracted significant interest for two reasons.

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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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Abridge Aims at Transparency, Reliability, and Credibility with Their Ambient Clinical Voice Solution

Healthcare IT Today

Started in 2018, Abridge now offers analytical generative AI to more than 55 specialties and many languages. In this video CEO and co-founder Shiv Rao, MD discusses their approach to quality, and how they can help with clinical notes, ordering, coding billing, and other aspects of health care using ambient clinical voice. Abridge offers “deep integration” with the EHR so doctors can use its capabilities within their workflows.

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HOPPR Launches Groundbreaking Foundation Model for Medical Imaging

Healthcare IT Today

Health2047’s Newest Portfolio Company Unveils First-of-its-Kind Medical Imaging AI Platform Powered by Amazon Web Services; Early Partners Include RadNet and Rad AI Today, HOPPR announces the launch of Grace, a multi-modal foundation model for medical imaging, powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and available via private beta to developers, radiology PACS, and AI companies for fine-tuning and application development.

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Mosie Baby receives first 510(k) clearance for at-home artificial insemination kit

Mobi Health News

The kit was determined to be comparable to a device used in clinically-administered intrauterine insemination.

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NHS online GP registration service rolled out to over 2,000 practices

Digital Health News

An NHS pledge to roll out a new online GP registration service to 2,000 GP practices by the end of the year has been achieved ahead of schedule.

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Here’s what you need to know about the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act

Fierce Healthcare

A House vote on transparency regulations in healthcare could occur next week, potentially having substantial ramifications on how PBMs and hospitals operate. | Bipartisan anticipation is in the air for a potential vote in the House this week that would bring transparency to PBMs and ban spread pricing in Medicaid, but hospital groups are firmly opposed to provisions enacting site-neutral payment.

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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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Norton Healthcare confirms ransomware attack

Becker's Health IT

Louisville, Ky.-based Norton Healthcare confirmed that the May ‘cyber incident’ that led the health system to shut down its network briefly was a ransomware attack.

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Open AI, Legacy Firewalls, and Insurance Cyberbullying – Fun Friday

Healthcare IT Today

Happy Friday everyone! It’s been a while since we’ve done a Fun Friday article. We have had so much content from the various fall health IT conferences , that there just hasn’t been space for our usual Fun Friday series. However, I figured it was time to correct that this Friday. We all need a little humor going into the weekend.

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Fred Hutch patients get blackmail emails after cyberattack

Becker's Health IT

Seattle-based Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center patients are being blackmailed after the institution was attacked by hackers. Fred Hutch has urged patients to not pay the ransom.

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ?

Digital Health News

Today's briefing includes Holly Health securing £650K in an investment and grant funding round and Sanofi partnering with Aqemia.

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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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Industry Voices—4 ways advanced primary care helps people thrive

Fierce Healthcare

The role of primary care physician has been evolving – along with our understanding of medicine and the social drivers of whole health. | From reactive to proactive, and symptom-focused to holistic, primary care physicians are engaging more deeply with patients in four key ways.

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North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust deploys new LIMs

Digital Health News

A new laboratory information management system (LIMS) from Clinisys has been unveiled at North West Anglia NHS FT to help speed up diagnoses.

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How Cleveland Clinic keeps patient data safe

Becker's Health IT

As cybercriminals and other threat actors target healthcare providers at a record rate, Cleveland Clinic's Senior Director of Cybersecurity Technology Protection Keith Duemling told Becker's that the organization is focusing on cultivating a "balanced and dynamic" approach to the increased cyber threat.

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Movers and Shakers news roundup

Digital Health News

The final Movers and Shakers roundup of 2023 features appointments at Manchester University and The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trusts.

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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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Tracing Technological Advancements in CKD Treatment and Preventive Care

HIT Consultant

Jeff Fox, Operating Partner at Chicago Pacific Founders Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) remains a widespread health concern, affecting more than one in seven US adults and posing a substantial burden on healthcare systems worldwide. Fortunately, the convergence of innovative technologies offers promising solutions to address this pressing issue. Such advancements stand to revolutionize how healthcare entities treat, prevent, and better understand this nuanced condition.

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Cambridge Uni Hospitals CEO apologises following patient data breaches

Digital Health News

Cambridge University Hospitals has apologised after it mistakenly released private patient information in two major data breaches in 2020 and 2021.

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What States Are Doing to Keep People Covered as Medicaid Continuous Coverage Enrollment Unwinds

Center for Health Insurance Reform

Several state-based Marketplaces have deployed innovating programs to keep people covered during the Medicaid unwinding. In their latest post for the Commonwealth Fund, CHIR's Rachel Swindle and Sabrina Corlette assess the status of these programs and discuss the urgent need for more timely and accurate data on people transitioning from Medicaid to other forms of coverage.

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Smileyscope Receives FDA Clearance for First-Ever VR Analgesic

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Smileyscopeâ„¢, a pioneer in virtual reality (VR) therapeutic solutions, has received Class II clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Smileyscopeâ„¢ Therapy system. – The FDA clearance marks Smileyscope as the first and only VR Analgesicâ„¢ available in the US. Digital Therapeutics Leadership Smileyscope’s FDA clearance underscores its leadership in Digital Therapeutics, a category defined as delivering medical interventions directl

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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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Epic, Elevance Health CEOs make a pitch for harnessing data, AI to support providers

Fierce Healthcare

Healthcare technology giant Epic is leveraging its massive clinical research database, with data on 226 million patients, to develop a next-generation decision support tool for clinicians. | While sharing the stage at the Forbes event, Elevance Health CEO Gail Boudreaux and Judy Faulkner, the CEO of Epic, shared how the two organizations are using data and technology, including AI, to create "hyperconnectivity" in healthcare and bring data to providers' fingertips.

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Ransomware group takes credit for California hospital attack and data leak

Becker's Health IT

Inc. Ransomware has taken credit for the November cyberattack on Tri-City Medical Center in Oceanside, Calif.

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Humana outlines plan to halve its emissions in next decade

Fierce Healthcare

Humana is aiming to make a significant dent in its greenhouse gas emissions within the next decade. | Humana is aiming to make a significant dent in its greenhouse gas emissions within the next decade.

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State regulatory activity

Hanys

This week's update includes proposed regulations on hospital cybersecurity and educational requirements for certified emergency medical services providers. Stay up to date on recent regulatory activities with HANYS' regulatory chart.

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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.