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Dissatisfaction with EHR increases nurses’ burnout risk: report

Healthcare Dive

Nearly one-third of nurses experiencing burnout said their electronic health record contributed to symptoms, according to Klas Research. Many of those nurses reported they’d likely leave their workplaces soon.

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Employers embracing direct contracting and bypassing insurers: survey

Fierce Healthcare

Employers are actively seeking out alternatives to curb rising health benefit costs by sidestepping traditional carriers, a new report from Brighton Health Plan Solutions shows. | A new report highlights a business opportunity for providers and health systems to engage in direct contracting.

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CMS has received 12K complaints of No Surprises noncompliance; won $1.7M in restitution

Healthcare Dive

The most common complaints against providers were for surprise billing, while the top complaints for health plans included incorrectly calculating qualifying payment amounts.

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Steward Health Care must hold off on issuing closure notice for PA hospital, bankruptcy judge rules

Fierce Healthcare

A Thursday afternoon sale hearing scheduled for several Steward Health Care hospitals was shelved in favor of an amended bankruptcy court itinerary hashing out multiple disputes related to the comp | A busy day in bankruptcy court brought new updates on Steward Health Care's bids and closure plans for hospitals in Florida, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.

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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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New Jersey to erase $100M of medical debt

Healthcare Dive

Nearly 50,000 residents will see their debt forgiven. The initiative comes as other states and federal regulators have moved to lessen the burden of medical debt.

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Updated COVID shots from Pfizer, Moderna cleared by FDA

Healthcare Dive

The approval of both vaccines, designed to better match the coronavirus strains currently circulating, comes just ahead of the fall and winter seasons.

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Santa Clara County buying 258-bed HCA hospital for $175M to preserve trauma services

Fierce Healthcare

California’s Santa Clara County has cut a $175 million deal with HCA Healthcare to purchase a 258-bed hospital, a move the county says will restore critical care services for its residents. | HCA Healthcare had recently downgraded trauma and other services at Regional Medical Center, triggering a spike in volumes at the county's other Level 1 trauma center.

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Advancing Healthcare Language Services and Leveraging Responsible AI

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Adam Rademacher, Director of Operations at AMN Healthcare Language Services AI’s transformative impact spans across industries– including healthcare. In the area of translation and interpretation services, we are witnessing the evolution of incorporating AI technologies while upholding critical standards for patient privacy and care.

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Healthcare is ill-equipped for ransomware

Becker's Health IT

"Learn about the evolving risks of cybersecurity in healthcare operations and how ransomware attacks are impacting patient care, according to Dr.

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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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American Cancer Society, Color Health to Offer Free At-Home Colorectal Cancer Screening in Underserved Rural Communities

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The American Cancer Society (ACS) and Color Health have joined forces to launch a new pilot program aimed at increasing access to colorectal cancer screening in underserved communities. – The program, recognized by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, seeks to address disparities in cancer outcomes and improve early detection rates.

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Two Yorkshire trusts select Nervecentre as preferred EPR supplier

Digital Health News

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals and Harrogate and District NHS FT have selected Nervecentre as their preferred EPR supplier.

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OneStep Integrates Gait and Motion Analysis with Epic EHR

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – OneStep, an innovator in digital healthcare, today announced its official integration with Epic’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. – Now available on Epic’s App Marketplace, this integration is compatible with Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources 1 (FHIR®) and streamlines how healthcare providers leverage OneStep’s advanced gait and motion analysis data and remote therapeutic monitoring services within the Epic ecosystem.

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Examining a Doctors’ Health Data Can Help Detect Burnout

HealthIT Answers

AMA's National burnout study found that 62.8% of U.S. physicians exhibited at least one symptom of burnout in 2021, a steady increase since 2011. And are we surprised that all roads for solution lead us to technology and AI? The post Examining a Doctors’ Health Data Can Help Detect Burnout appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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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AI Helps Predict Cardiac Arrhythmias in Lung Cancer Patients, Research Reveals

HIT Consultant

Image by freepik What You Should Know: – Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital have leveraged artificial intelligence (AI) to gain a deeper understanding of the risk of specific cardiac arrhythmias in patients undergoing radiation therapy for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). – Their findings, published in JACC: CardioOncology , offer valuable insights for healthcare providers and patients.

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Hull hospital to trial video triage to assess stroke patients

Digital Health News

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has announced plans to trial a pre-hospital video triage scheme for stroke patients.

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Silver Tsunami: Rise of Tech-Enabled Senior Home Care

HIT Consultant

Aaron Marcum, founder of Breakaway Home Care Accelerator With the advancements in medical care and the resilience of the human spirit, most people now live longer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention supports this, publishing data about the rise in life expectancy in the U.S., with the average American man now reaching 74 and women pushing 80.

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Halfway through 2024, Providence's operations up $600M over last year

Fierce Healthcare

Providence is still in the running for its first positive operating year since the pandemic, reporting Wednesday a six-month operating income of $53 million (0.3% operating margin) for the period e | Thanks to higher volumes and rates, the West Coast nonprofit system is in the running for its first positive operating year since before the pandemic.

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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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CCM-KLAS: Artificial Intelligence Remains Top of Mind for Healthcare Executives

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – A new survey by the Center for Connected Medicine (CCM) at UPMC reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) continues to be a top priority for senior leaders in the healthcare industry. – For the second year in a row, executives cited AI as both the most exciting technology and the most improved, highlighting its potential to transform healthcare.

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The Sensible, Business-Driven Approach to Cloud and Multicloud Deployments

Healthcare IT Today

Both Rackspace Technology and Dell Technologies have long been know for their technology and cloud solutions. But Jason Jones, Executive in Residence at Rackspace Technology, and Michael Fredericks, Global APEX and Multicloud Healthcare Lead at Dell Technologies, believe that you have to take a thoughtful and strategic approach to adopting multiple cloud, on premise, and hybrid cloud.

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Navenio’s AI Smart Tasking Improves Hospital Workflow

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Navenio , a global leader in Real-Time Location Services (RTLS) for healthcare, today announced the launch of its new AI Smart Tasking capability. – AI Smart Tasking capability aims to optimize hospital workflow and enhance patient care by intelligently allocating tasks to the most suitable staff members and seamlessly chaining tasks for continuous activity.

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Health IT Business News, Financial Edition – August 22, 2024

HealthIT Answers

Business and financial news from GenieMD, Clinical Architecture, Eko Health, Knack Global, Stryker, care.ai, Loyal, Nuvance Health, Vita Health, The Physicians Foundation, Greenway Health, ResultsCX, Firefly Neuroscience, Tendo, 1upHealth, Today, Clarify Health, Waystar, and more. The post Health IT Business News, Financial Edition – August 22, 2024 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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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Mental Health Billing Outsourcing: A Comprehensive Guide

Medisys Compliance

Introduction to Mental Health Billing Outsourcing Mental health providers face unique challenges in managing their billing processes. With the minor details involved in coding, claims submission, and compliance, many practices are turning to mental health billing outsourcing as a solution. Outsourcing these services not only enhances efficiency but also ensures that billing is handled by professionals with specialized knowledge in mental health.

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Designing Engaging and Effective Health IT Training Modules

HealthIT Answers

By Devin Partida - Health care is witnessing a surge in IT innovations, from telemedicine to electronic health records management to AI integrations. Providing adequate training to adapt to these advancements is necessary to ensure staff can harness their full potential in enhancing patient outcomes and operational efficiency. The post Designing Engaging and Effective Health IT Training Modules appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board to roll out ePMA in 2026

Digital Health News

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board has partnered with Better to deliver an electronic prescribing and medicines administration system.

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Jumo Health Secures Funding to Improve Clinical Trial Enrollment

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Falfurrias Management Partners (Falfurrias), a Charlotte-based private equity firm focused on growth-oriented, middle-market businesses, today announced its investment in Jumo Health, an innovative and award-winning clinical trial solutions company driving better outcomes for clinical trials globally. – Jumo Health develops creative, patient-centric educational solutions that improve health literacy to accelerate clinical trial enrollment and increase parti

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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.