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Amazon closing One Medical corporate offices

Healthcare Dive

The e-commerce giant is reducing the primary care operator’s corporate footprint days after confirming plans to lay off One Medical employees.

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Senators working on legislation to reform how Medicare pays physicians

Fierce Healthcare

A bipartisan group of senators announced Friday that they are working on new legislation for “long-term reforms” to physician payments under Medicare and other program changes. | The lawmakers plan to investigate and pass "long-term reforms" that will "ensure financial stability for providers," among other goals. They plan to seek stakeholder input "in the coming weeks.

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Primary care providers Marathon Health and Everside Health merge

Healthcare Dive

The Denver- and Indianapolis-based systems will fully integrate by the end of the year and serve approximately 2.5 million patients at 680 care sites.

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How payers can help fix broken mental healthcare system

Fierce Healthcare

The mental healthcare system in the U.S. | Commercial health plans might do a better job of making community-based healthcare that relies on laypeople a reality than the pilots launched by government officials, one expert says.

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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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The Payment Integrity Game-Changer: Generative AI

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Dr. Musheer Ahmed, Founder and CEO at Codoxo New Generative AI Use Cases are Emerging, Including to Transform Healthcare Payments, it’s up to the Industry to Embrace Adoption for Next-Level Cost Containment Outcomes The healthcare system in America is confronted with significant challenges, including a steep rise in healthcare expenditures.

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Mental health platform Headlight launches with $18M and more digital health funding

Mobi Health News

Lilli, a tech-enabled lifestyle monitoring company, and Essence, an app for companies aiming to improve the female experience in the workplace, also secured funding.

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Medicare Advantage headwinds didn't prevent payers from turning a profit in 2023

Fierce Healthcare

Though a spike in utilization among seniors slammed payers last year, particularly in the fourth quarter, each of the six major national firms turned a profit in 2023. | Though a spike in utilization among seniors slammed payers last year, particularly in the fourth quarter, each of the six major national firms turned a profit in 2023.

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Hologic AI-powered cancer screening system wins FDA approval

Mobi Health News

The digital cytology system helps identify cervical cancer cells and precancerous lesions using deep learning AI and volumetric imaging technology.

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How long can hospitals survive a tech blackout?

Becker's Health IT

Hospitals are facing a concerning surge in hacking incidents, as 6 out of every 10 healthcare organizations experienced a ransomware attack in the last year, according to NBC Washington. This is raising the question: How long can organizations take care of patients when their systems are seized?

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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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Mitigating Risks: Strategies for Managing Chemical Exposure in Medical and Dental Offices

Total Medical Compliance Resources

Chemical exposure in medical and dental offices has the potential to create significant risks to both patients and employees. Implementation of preventative measures and adherence to safety protocols are two important keys in addressing issues created by and managing chemical exposure. Healthcare employees interact with a variety of chemicals daily, including disinfectants and cleaning agents.

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CMS revises policy on texting patient orders

Becker's Health IT

"Stay updated on CMS's new policy for clinical teams texting patient orders. Learn about HIPAA compliant secure texting platforms and CoPs compliance.

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ?

Digital Health News

Today's briefing includes three experts recommending that AI regulation be related to patient benefit and Lilli raising £8.2m in Series A financing.

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Where UiPath Can Automate For Workflow and Quality in Healthcare

Healthcare IT Today

UiPath has been expanding the scope of automation for years, most recently by applying generative AI. In this extensive interview Jason Warrelmann, Global Director of Healthcare, describes many of the current and future areas ripe for automation. Beyond the details, the video is well worth watching for Warrelmann’s vision of how automation can extend into new areas of health care to relieve burdens on clinicians and administrators.

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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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Brainomix receives NICE endorsement for stroke software

Digital Health News

NICE has endorsed the AI stroke software Brainomix 360, opening up access to potentially life-changing treatment for stroke patients.

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US senators propose healthcare cybersecurity law

Becker's Health IT

U.S. senators introduce bill to strengthen cybersecurity in healthcare and combat growing wave of cyberattacks. Learn more about the legislation and its potential impact on hospitals.

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Movers and Shakers news roundup

Digital Health News

The latest edition of Movers and Shakers features a new role for former NHS England CNIO Natasha Phillips and new trust CEOs in Yorkshire and Devon.

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Fortra GoAnywhere Hacking Lawsuits Consolidated in the Southern District of Florida

HIPAA Journal

Dozens of lawsuits that were filed in response to the mass exploitation of a vulnerability in Fortra’s GoAnywhere MFT file transfer solution have recently been consolidated into a single lawsuit that will be heard in the Southern District of Florida. The lawsuits stem from the mass exploitation of a vulnerability by the Clop group. The Clop group, aka Cl0p, is a financially motivated threat actor known for ransomware and extortion-only attacks, which has a history of exploiting vulnerabilities i

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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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The Role of Compliance Officers in Healthcare Organizations: Challenges and Responsibilities

American Medical Compliance

Compliance officers’ responsibilities extend far beyond merely checking boxes and ticking off regulatory requirements. In fact, 61% of the compliance teams from a Thomson Reuters report also work on long-range strategies for their companies by putting regulatory and legislative changes as a top priority. Compliance officers take on a more complex task such as the creation of medical compliance plans for their company’s long-term success.

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PointClickCare Acquires CPSI Subsidiary, American HealthTech

Healthcare IT Today

CPSI Selects PointClickCare to Support AHT Customers with Access to a Best-in-Class Suite of Products and Solutions, and the Most Expansive Care Collaboration Network PointClickCare Technologies , a leading healthcare technology platform enabling meaningful collaboration and access to real‐time insights at every stage of the patient healthcare journey, today announced the acquisition of American HealthTech Inc.

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Healthcare Sector Warned About Akira Ransomware Attacks

HIPAA Journal

The Healthcare and Public Health (HPH) Sector has been warned about cyberattacks involving Akira ransomware , of which there have been at least 81 since the new ransomware variant was discovered in May 2023. This is the second alert to be issued by the HHS’ Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center in the past 6 months, with the latest alert including updated information on the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used by the group.

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CMS proposes greater oversight, consulting limitations for accrediting organizations

Fierce Healthcare

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is proposing new oversight of accrediting organizations performance and other changes in response to “several concerns” the agency said have cro | A new proposed rule released Thursday aims to address "inconsistent" survey results, conflicts of interest and other concerns around accrediting practices.

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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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Fitch: Credit hit 'unlikely' from Lurie Children's cyberattack

Becker's Health IT

Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago likely won't face an immediate hit to its credit rating from the cyberattack it has been dealing with since late January, according to Fitch Ratings.

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More than half of new moms don't see all the providers they want to, survey finds

Fierce Healthcare

More than half of new mothers were not able to see all the healthcare professionals they wanted to during their care journey, new data found. | Close to 7 in 10 women in a new survey saw between one and three different healthcare professionals throughout their pregnancy journey. Yet 57% had at least one they could not see. Nonwhite mothers reported higher rates of not being able to see their desired providers than white moms.

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Feds warn of new ransomware gang targeting healthcare

Becker's Health IT

The Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center is warning about a ransomware gang, Akira, that is posing a new threat to the healthcare industry.

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Doximity doubles down on 'AI-fueled' growth, boosts 2024 revenue guidance

Fierce Healthcare

Doximity, a digital platform for medical professionals, is doubling down on its investment in artificial intelligence-powered technology to fuel its growth as it boosts its 2024 revenue guidance.

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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.