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CMS cracks down on ACA brokers to prevent plan switching

Healthcare Dive

Agents and brokers connecting consumers with Affordable Care Act plans now have to jump new hurdles to change their coverage, following mounting complaints about unauthorized plan switching.

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AdventHealth virtual MRI program reduces inpatient transfers by 94%

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Not too long ago, AdventHealth had a high demand in its Central and East Florida divisions for advanced MRI services. The health system's centralized MRI services at its Orlando campus, though effective, presented areas where AdventHealth could deliver a more consumer-centric experience. THE PROBLEM Expanding advanced MRI services to the community hospitals presented its own set of challenges.

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Healthcare costs could grow up to 8% next year: PwC

Healthcare Dive

The growth is driven by inflationary pressures, prescription drug spending and rising utilization of behavioral healthcare, according to the consultancy.

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Abridge teams up with Epic, Mayo Clinic to develop gen AI tools for nurses

Fierce Healthcare

Abridge has spent the last six years building generative AI tools to help doctors with medical documentation and is now putting that technology in the hands of hospital nurses. | Abridge has spent the last six years building generative AI tools to help doctors with medical documentation and is now putting that technology in the hands of hospital nurses.

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Fertility Benefits Playbook: How HR Leaders Are Delivering Value in 2025

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Fertility benefits have become a crucial component of employee well-being and retention strategies. In today’s competitive landscape, creating a fertility benefits program that aligns with both employee needs and organizational goals can be more complex than it seems. From cycle-based to flat-dollar and telehealth models, each solution offers unique advantages and challenges that directly affect employee satisfaction and financial well-being.

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Commure to acquire AI scribe Augmedix in $139M deal

Healthcare Dive

The take-private deal would help the firm scale its documentation products to more providers and health systems, CEO Manny Krakaris said.

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Steward fails to spark competitive auction during first round of hospital sales

Healthcare Dive

The bankrupt health system did not receive any qualified bidders in Ohio and Pennsylvania.

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Greenway Uses AI Internally to Accelerate Development

Healthcare IT Today

AI is and will be a powerful tool for clinicians, but lost in all the hype is the fact that it can help the people who create those tools. The development team at Greenway Health is using AI internally to accelerate their work and deliver quicker for their clients. Healthcare IT Today sat down with David Cohen, Greenway’s Chief Product & Technology Officer to learn more.

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Florida awards additional Medicaid contracts to CVS, UnitedHealth, Molina

Healthcare Dive

The three payers were cut out of the state’s first round of contracts divvied out in April.

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Duke launches $20M incubator to turn academic research into industry products

Mobi Health News

Duke-NUS Medical School's LIVE Ventures will bring together scientists and public and private sector entities to commercialize academic research concepts.

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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.

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Advocates meet with White House to urge inclusion of Adderall, other stimulants in upcoming telehealth prescribing rule

Fierce Healthcare

Advocates meet with White House to urge inclusion of Adderall, other stimulants in upcoming telehealth prescribing rule ebeavins Mon, 07/22/2024 - 14:43

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HIPAA and Modern Healthcare Realities: Dispelling Data Sharing Myths

HIT Consultant

Timi Leslie, President, BluePath Health and Exec Director of the Connecting for Better Health Coalition Myths in healthcare data sharing often cloud the understanding of permissible practices, but this hesitance usually stems from risk avoidance rather than regulatory constraints. HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) stands as a sentinel, guarding the security and privacy of patient information, but its limitations in supporting contemporary information-sharing needs must

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Memorial Sloan Kettering employees fall victim to phishing scam

Becker's Health IT

Several employees of New York City-based Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center got tricked by an email phishing scam after a hacker took over one of their co-worker's accounts.

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Large Language Models Fall Short in Medical Accuracy Compared to Medical Professionals, Study Reveals

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Kahun , a company specializing in evidence-based clinical AI, has released a new study comparing the medical capabilities of popular large language models (LLMs) to human experts. – The findings reveal the limitations of current LLMs in providing reliable information for clinical decision-making. The Study: Comparing LLMs to Medical Professionals LLMs Tested: OpenAI’s GPT-4 and Anthropic’s Claude3-Opus Evaluation Method: 105,000 evidence-based medi

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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Norfolk and Waveney Collaborative approves £88m Meditech EPR

Digital Health News

NHS Norfolk and Waveney Acute Hospital Collaborative has signed an £88m contract with Meditech for an electronic patient record system.

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Michigan Medicine email breach exposes patient information

Becker's Health IT

A cyberattack compromised three employee email accounts at Ann Arbor-based Michigan Medicine, which led to about 56,953 individuals being personally notified.

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Participants praise Digital Health Networks mentoring programme

Digital Health News

Participants of the Digital Health Networks mentoring programme shared their experiences at a workshop on day one of Summer Schools 2024.

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HHS hiring senior leaders to lead health tech, data and AI strategies

Fierce Healthcare

Several employees of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) posted on LinkedIn inviting industry professionals to apply for senior executive roles in the agency to lead initiatives on te | The Department of Health and Human Services will hire three new senior executives to oversee data, technology and artificial intelligence strategies within the Department, several HHS employees posted on LinkedIn over the weekend.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Hinge Health partners with employee benefits company Sun Life

Mobi Health News

Members of Sun Life will have access to Hinge Health's musculoskeletal offerings, including its clinicians, programs, resources and FDA-cleared wearable device.

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Queen Victoria Hospital invests £750,000 in CT scanner

Digital Health News

Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has bought a new CT scanner, which is aimed to help reduce diagnostic waiting lists.

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Elucid Appoints Dr. Kelly Huang as CEO

HIT Consultant

Dr. Kelly Huang, CEO at Elucid What You Should Know: – Elucid , a company pioneering AI-powered medical technology for cardiovascular disease (CVD), has named Dr. Kelly Huang, PhD as its new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dr. Huang’s appointment comes at a pivotal moment for Elucid, as they prepare for the commercial launch of their groundbreaking PlaqueIQ software. – Dr.

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Do Penalties Work to Motivate Healthcare? – Healthcare IT Today Podcast Episode 145

Healthcare IT Today

For the 145th episode of the Healthcare IT Today Podcast we are debating the effectiveness of penalties on motivating desired behaviors in healthcare! To kick this episode off, we dive into whether or not penalties work in healthcare to motivate organizations. Next, we look to see where penalties have worked in healthcare in the past. Then we discuss financial penalties to determine if they are the most effective form of penalties.

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How To Empower Your Workforce With Modern Fertility Benefits

Speaker: Andrea Wuchiski

In an era where a workforce spans multiple generations, HR managers and Total Rewards leaders face the unique challenge of designing benefits packages that cater to diverse employee needs. This session will delve into how comprehensive fertility benefits can bridge generational gaps, support employees’ health, and enhance workplace satisfaction. Join us for an insightful session that highlights the strategic importance of fertility benefits in today’s competitive job market.

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Cigna launches impact fund aimed at tackling health disparities

Fierce Healthcare

Cigna has created a new impact fund that aims to address health disparities commonly impacting local communities. | Cigna has created a new impact fund that aims to address health disparities commonly impacting local communities.

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Commonwell Health Alliance 2024 Annual Meeting and Fall Summit

HealthIT Answers

Starts November 4th - Attend the CommonWell Health Alliance Fall Summit, the premier event dedicated to the shared mission of advancing healthcare interoperability. This annual gathering brings together the brightest minds and most passionate advocates from within and beyond the CommonWell community. The post Commonwell Health Alliance 2024 Annual Meeting and Fall Summit appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Maximizing Reimbursement for Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT)

Medisys Compliance

Introduction As radiation oncology continues to evolve, Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) has emerged as a cutting-edge treatment option for various cancers. SBRT delivers high doses of radiation with precision to tumors, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues. With its growing popularity, it is essential for oncologists and oncology billers to understand how to maximize reimbursement for SBRT services.

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Advancements in Health IT: ONC’s Approved SVAP Standards for 2024

HealthIT Answers

By Rob Anthony - As part of ONC’s annual Standards Version Advancement Process, we’re excited to announce the Approved Standards for 2024 (2024 SVAP standards). The SVAP is designed to support industry interoperability needs by adding new standards to be used in the ONC Health IT Certification Program. The post Advancements in Health IT: ONC’s Approved SVAP Standards for 2024 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Advanced Compliance: OSHA & HIPAA in Healthcare Facilities

Dive into the Compliance Officer's Handbook for advanced OSHA and HIPAA strategies. This guide provides detailed steps for maintaining compliance in healthcare facilities, covering key regulations like the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and HIPAA Privacy Rule. Learn to create a culture of compliance with management commitment, employee training, and regular risk assessments.