Wed.Oct 25, 2023

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Blue Shield of California is promising a simpler, cheaper pharmacy benefits model. Can it deliver?

Healthcare Dive

Big questions hang over the California health insurer's bold experiment — having five vendors carry out PBM functions previously performed by one — that could threaten BSCA's expected savings.

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A Pseudo-Nonprofit Model for Psychedelic Clinical Trial Funding

Bill of Health

By Vincent Joralemon A $70 million deal struck between a venture capital firm and a prominent psychedelic advocacy organization suggests that funding for psychedelic research may increasingly rely on nonprofit and commercial partnerships. As the commercial appeal of these substances grows , this might serve as a promising model to channel the resources of for-profit entities toward this field.

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Calling healthcare burnout a crisis is an ‘understatement,’ CDC says

Healthcare Dive

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is sounding the alarm on increasing levels of burnout and harassment in the healthcare industry.

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Generative AI in health demands rigorous oversight says Cushnan

Digital Health News

As generative AI obtains a foothold in all aspects of life, health systems need to make sure AI tools are evidence-based and appropriate for clinical use.

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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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Global digital health funding hits lowest level since 2016, report finds

Healthcare Dive

Digital health funding is flagging this year, with investments in the sector reaching only 40% of last year’s totals, according to CB Insights.

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Teladoc kicks off ‘operational review’ to boost bottom line

Healthcare Dive

The virtual care giant reported mixed results Tuesday, missing Wall Street expectations on revenue but beating on earnings per share.

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ChatGP? The uncertain role of generative AI in NHS care

Digital Health News

The pace at which generative AI has infiltrated product portfolios and media headlines in 2023 has brought equal parts excitement and consternation to those tasked with evaluating its implications for patient care.

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Defunct direct contracting model saved Medicare $372M last year

Healthcare Dive

Value-based primary care chains for seniors operated by major retail health players did particularly well, with Amazon’s Iora, CVS’ Oak Street and Walgreens’ VillageMD all notching high net savings.

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Ayble Health unveils mind-gut program with behavioral therapy techniques to ease GI symptoms

Fierce Healthcare

Ayble Health, a digital health platform focused on chronic gastrointestinal conditions, has unveiled a mind-gut program. | The program integrates with Ayble’s baseline nutrition program and offers evidence-based brain-gut behavioral therapy techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and gut-directed hypnosis.

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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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UPMC, Washington ink definitive merger agreement

Healthcare Dive

The Pennsylvania-based nonprofits are one step closer to completing their merger, despite pushback from local unions.

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Built at Redesign Health, Harmonic Health launches for dementia care delivery

Mobi Health News

The care-management platform also announced a partnership with a large family medicine practice with offices in Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland.

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Trayt Addresses the Social Determinants of Mental Health

Healthcare IT Today

We all know about the growing mental health crisis in healthcare. We’ve likely all heard about the challenges that social determinants of health (SDoH) play in our health. How often have you heard how SDoH impacts people’s mental health? The answer is certainly not enough, but many of the SDoH impact a person’s mental health as much as their physical health.

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States accelerated bills focused on health equity from 2020 to 2023, Chartis analysis finds

Fierce Healthcare

States have accelerated legislation intended to promote health equity in the last few years, with a special focus on several key areas like bias training and maternal health,

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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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More accurate data is needed to achieve health equity

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

CMS should get more information from Medicare users to help address their health disparities, suggests Ann Maxwell, deputy inspector general for evaluations at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General.

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Walmart expands doula services benefit nationwide following pilot in 4 states

Fierce Healthcare

Walmart is expanding doula services for its employees nationwide. | The decision is a reflection of Walmart’s desire to support maternity care and family building services, the company said in its announcement.

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Senior care platform Sage secures $15M and more digital health fundings

Mobi Health News

California-based care coordination platform Pair Team scores $9 million, and healthcare job-marketplace and recruiting platform Prolucent garners $4 million.

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Over twice as many healthcare workers report harassment in 2022 than 2018, CDC finds

Fierce Healthcare

New survey data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reinforcing doctors’ warnings that the medical field is crumbling under a largely unaddressed mental health crisis and a | Survey data outlining healthcare workers' worsening mental health and workplace difficulties comes alongside new calls for action from the CDC and AMA.

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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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Forward Thinking and Future Focused: Six Inspirations from AHIMA23

HealthIT Answers

By Beth Friedman - I’ve attended over two decades of American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) conferences in my career. But this year’s event was remarkably different. At AHIMA23, the association’s legacy of ensuring data quality and protecting patient privacy met face-to-face with today’s most important healthcare issues— The post Forward Thinking and Future Focused: Six Inspirations from AHIMA23 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Universal Health Services beats estimates with $167M profit in Q3 2023

Fierce Healthcare

Universal Health Services (UHS) came out slightly ahead of analyst estimates with a $167 million profit ($2.55 per diluted share) for the third quarter. | Acute and behavioral care chain Universal Health Services has enjoyed sequential quarters of rising volumes across both of its business segments.

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Security and Privacy Hurdles Plaguing AI-Driven Health Services

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Dr. Sriram Rajagopalan , Enterprise Agile Evangelist at Inflectra Today’s most significant risk regarding security and privacy issues in health services is consumers’ need for more awareness of personal health information. What do I mean? As technology grows, we have fallen into the practice of taking images of our private health data and have also stored them in smart devices using wallets.

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Built at Redesign Health, Harmonic Health launches for dementia care delivery

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The care-management platform also announced a partnership with a large family medicine practice with offices in Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland.

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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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UnitedHealth invests in Enable Ventures to drive improvements for people with disabilities

Fierce Healthcare

UnitedHealth Group is making a $5 million investment in Enable Ventures, a fund that aims to improve the lives of people with disabilities. | UnitedHealth Group is making a $5 million investment in Enable Ventures, a fund that aims to improve the lives of people with disabilities.

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House of Lords criticises Government response to digital exclusion report 

Digital Health News

A House of Lords committee has criticised the government’s response to its digital exclusion report after it indicated it would not create a new strategy.

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'Podnosis': Cultivating cultural competency in the healthcare workforce

Fierce Healthcare

In this week's episode of “Podnosis,” we look at the major health disparities facing Native Americans and explore what can be done to make meaningful improvements. | In this week's episode of “Podnosis,” we look at the major health disparities facing Native Americans and explore what can be done to make meaningful improvements.

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RadiantGraph Launches with $5M to Bring AI Personalization to Health Plans

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – RadiantGraph , a platform using machine learning and artificial intelligence to drive consumer engagement for health plans, today announced its launch today after raising $5 million in Seed funding in a round led by True Ventures and XYZ Ventures , with participation from Remus Capital. – The company plans to use the funding to accelerate growth, which includes partnering with new healthcare organizations and advancing their enterprise health and health plan p

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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.