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Optum to lay off more than 500 workers in California

Healthcare Dive

The cuts will affect urgent care locations, primary and specialty care clinics, and infusion centers, as well as office and remote workers.

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HSA administrator HealthEquity discloses data breach impacting 4.3M

Fierce Healthcare

HealthEquity, a prominent health savings account administrator, has disclosed a data breach it says impacted 4.3 million people. | The company filed a notice with Maine's attorney general and revealed that it received an alert on March 25 about a potential security incident, and then proceeded to conduct an investigation.

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The Senate can protect the elderly by supporting nursing home staffing regulations – not overturning them

Healthcare Dive

Lawmakers must uphold minimum staffing requirements for nursing homes to ensure quality care for the elderly, argues one legal expert.

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CrowdStrike IT outage: What comes next for health systems

Becker's Health IT

More than a week after a global IT outage caused by a faulty update from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike, hospitals and health systems have largely returned to business as usual. So CIOs are focused on what comes next.

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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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CHS trims losses in second quarter

Healthcare Dive

The health system posted a $13 million net loss, even as surgical and outpatient volumes climbed.

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CMS announces new ‘premium stabilization’ program

Fierce Healthcare

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is creating a voluntary demonstration program to support changes to Medicare Part D under the Inflation Reduction Act.

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Why Is There Such a Tension Between Payers & Providers and What Can Be Done About It?

Healthcare IT Today

We all feel it. We all know it’s there, but we often gloss over the tension that exists between payers and providers. That’s why we were excited to sit down with Steve Rowe, Healthcare Industry Lead at 3Pillar , to talk about this topic head on. As a product development partner for both payers and providers, 3Pillar’s Steve Rowe has a front row seat to what he appropriately describes as a natural tension that exists.

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ACA exchange enrollees could see steep premium increases if enhanced subsidies expire: KFF

Fierce Healthcare

The enhanced subsidies available for Affordable Care Act plans have been the key to driving massive enrollment growth, and rolling them back would likely lead to a massive spike in premium payments | The enhanced subsidies available for Affordable Care Act plans have been the key to driving massive enrollment growth, and rolling them back would likely lead to a massive spike in premium payments, according to a new report.

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Robotics company Clarapath raises $36M and more digital health fundings

Mobi Health News

ReviR Therapeutics secures $30 million for its drug discovery platform. RetiSpec raises $10 million for its eye-diagnostics offering. SoundHealth scores $7 million for its acoustics medical device for nasal congestion.

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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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Utah's new AI Office zeroes in on generative AI in mental healthcare

Fierce Healthcare

The nation’s first permanent state artificial intelligence office, established this month in Utah, wants to regulate the use of mental health chatbots. | Utah's AI Office, launched in early July, is already working on legislation to regulate the use of generative AI in healthcare. Its director said the office will likely have a proposal for state lawmakers by the end of the year.

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RansomHub Leaks 175GB of Data from Clinical Research Institute

HIT Consultant

Image by DC Studio on Freepik What You Should Know: – The Baim Institute for Clinical Research , a leading non-profit academic research organization, has fallen victim to a significant ransomware attack, according to Safety Detective’s cybersecurity team. The cyberattack, perpetrated by the RansomHub group, resulted in the theft and subsequent leak of 175 GB of sensitive data. – The stolen data includes a wide range of confidential information, including clinical trial programs, fina

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It’s Still the Prices: Looking Under the Hood at Proposed 2025 Premiums

Center for Health Insurance Reform

July is rate review season for state insurance departments. Proposed premiums for 2025 can help reveal how health insurers are responding to market trends, policy changes, and underlying drivers of health care cost growth. In her latest article for CHIRblog, Sabrina Corlette digs into the projected premium changes for 2025 and what's driving them.

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New Hampshire health system hit with ransomware

Becker's Health IT

New Hampshire health system falls victim to ransomware attack, compromising sensitive patient data. Learn more about the incident and its impact.

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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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QuVa Pharma Acquires LogicStream Health

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: · QuVa Pharma acquired LogicStream Health , a SaaS software informatics platform for healthcare system pharmacies. · LogicStream, now a wholly owned subsidiary of QuVa, uses machine learning and predictive analytics to address drug shortages. · The acquisition combines QuVa’s sterile compounding services and distribution with LogicStream’s clinical process improvement and drug management expertise. · QuVa, the largest 503B outsourcing company for U.S. hospitals, aims to enh

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East Kent Hospitals pilots population health platform

Digital Health News

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust has introduced a population health platform to reduce preoperative consultation times.

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Older Americans Mostly Receptive to Apps for Health, but Chronically Ill People Could Use a Nudge (and a Payer)

Jane Sarashon

AARP found that 7 in 10 people ages 50+ are “app-receptive” for health and wellness apps in Unlocking Health and Wellness Apps: Experiences of Adults Age 50-Plus , a summary of research conducted with U.S. consumers 50 and over from AARP. The methodology for this study included only older consumers who were comfortable in downloading apps to smartphones or tablets, and were willing to do so — whom AARP considered the target audience for this research.

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Patient harm linked to GP tech is ‘underreported’, says report

Digital Health News

Patient safety incidents relating to the use of GP online consultation tools have been underreported, according to an HSSIB investigation.

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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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Lawmakers look to curb liabilities for hacked health systems

Becker's Health IT

Amid growing concerns over class-action lawsuits against healthcare organizations following data breaches, state lawmakers are taking action to limit liabilities for these organizations, Politico reported July 29.

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Tavistock and Portman launches PEP in gender identity clinic

Digital Health News

Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust has announced the roll out of a patient engagement platform in its gender identity clinic.

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AvaSure Acquires Ouva’s Smart Room Solutions to Enhance AI-Powered Virtual Care Platform

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – AvaSure , a provider of acute virtual care, announced today the acquisition of Ouva’s smart room solutions. This strategic move aims to accelerate the development of AI-powered virtual care solutions for hospitals. – By integrating Ouva’s advanced AI capabilities into its Intelligent Virtual Care Platform, AvaSure will significantly expand its offerings and enhance patient care.

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Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates

HealthIT Answers

The AMA gathered physician and medical student leaders from all corners of medicine at its Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates last month to shape guiding policies on emerging health care topics. Take a look at some of the policies adopted at the meeting. The post Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates 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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2024 OIG Compliance Program Guidance for Home Health Agencies

Compliancy Group

In 2024, home health agencies face stringent new compliance requirements as outlined by the Office of Inspector General (OIG). Understanding and implementing these guidelines is crucial to avoid audits, fines, and potential exclusion from federal healthcare programs. This guide provides an overview of the OIG compliance program guidance for home health agencies and practical steps for staying compliant.

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The Rise of RPM: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

HealthIT Answers

By Michael Casamassa & Lucienne Ide MD PhD - As we move into the era of patient consumerism, it's important to adapt to industry shifts, expand virtual care opportunities, implement effective RPM, and ultimately drive patient engagement. The post The Rise of RPM: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Artera adds a dozen FQHCs to its streamlined communication solution

Fierce Healthcare

Healthcare communications company Artera announced over a dozen new partnerships to bring its streamlined patient communications solution to federally qualified health centers across the | Health tech company Artera helps federally qualified health centers reduce no-show rates and decrease staff workload through its communications and patient engagement platform.

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Compliance Updates Needed To Meet HIPAA 2024 Final Rules 

MedTrainer

Healthcare organizations have a lot to be concerned about when it comes to protecting the privacy and security of patient data. Cybersecurity threats and bad actors may pose the highest risk, but failure to incorporate new regulations (including the HIPAA 2024 final rules) into practical policies, staff training, and Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) can quickly lead to unintended breaches and civil liabilities.

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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.