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Froedtert/Inception Health is using AI for preventive care recommendations and much more

Healthcare It News

The health system has efforts to use artificial intelligence to, among other things, streamline patient scheduling and provide personalized preventive care recommendations. Dr. Melek Somai, the CTO, explains how.

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Lobby-funded study argues Medicare Advantage rate cuts are worse than CMS expects

Healthcare Dive

Medicare Advantage payment per month, per beneficiary could drop by 1% next year if regulators finalize rates as proposed, according to the analysis backed by the Better Medicare Alliance.

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Psychedelic Inequities and Unexplored Risk: Colonization, Commercialization, and Regulation

Bill of Health

By Tegan M. Carr As a researcher studying the psychedelic experiences of people of color in hopes of driving equitable psychedelic health care, I’m concerned about the ways in which Black, Brown, and Indigenous contributions have been excluded in the development of the psychedelic field and investigation of novel psychedelic therapies. By excluding diverse contributions to the psychedelic field, we risk establishing psychedelic practices that exacerbate racial health inequities (disparities) in

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Catholic health system taps CommonSpirit executive as next CEO

Healthcare Dive

E.J. Kuiper, who has served in leadership roles at multiple faith-based healthcare organizations, will replace Richard Vath as CEO of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System effective May 1.

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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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ViVE 2024: Veradigm buys ScienceIO in $140M deal to build out healthcare AI solutions

Fierce Healthcare

LOS ANGELES — Healthcare data and tech company Veradigm is picking up ScienceIO in a $140 million deal to build out large language models for healthcare. | Veradigm plans to use the company's platform to create its own proprietary large language models on its own massive dataset, which includes 400,000 providers and over 200 million patients.

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Nearly all doctors suffer burnout, survey finds, but many cautiously hopeful that AI could help

Fierce Healthcare

Nearly all physicians in the U.S. | Nearly all physicians in the U.S. said they feel regularly burned out and over half of them have considered either leaving the profession or adopting non-patient-facing roles, according to a new Athenahealth survey.

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A Health Consumer Bill of Rights: Assuring Affordability, Access, Autonomy, and Equity

Jane Sarashon

Let’s put “health” back into the U.S. health care system. That’s the mantra coming out of this week’s annual Capitol Conference convened by the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals (NABIP). (FYI you might know of NABIP by its former acronym, NAHU, the National Association of Health Underwriters).

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Alignment Healthcare to eliminate ACO REACH exposure, exceeds revenue expectations

Fierce Healthcare

Insurtech Alignment Healthcare has recorded $1.82 billion in revenue for full-year 2023 and beat market expectations for quarterly revenue by more than $20 million, the company announced Feb. | Alignment Healthcare stressed it should reach profitability this year and announced it would pulling back from the ACO REACH program, the company said during a fourth-quarter earnings call.

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Using Data to Uncover Actionable Insights for Service Desk Support

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Dan O’Connor, Vice President of Service Desk at HCTec The healthcare industry has quickly evolved to be very data-driven, and the role of IT has become essential in the patient delivery experience. From managing patient records to facilitating medical procedures and ensuring compliance with regulations, healthcare IT systems play a crucial role in delivering quality care.

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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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Ransomware group behind Lurie Children's hack seeks $3.4M

Becker's Health IT

A ransomware gang that has targeted the healthcare sector has claimed responsibility for the cyberattack on Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and is attempting to sell its data for $3.4 million, The Record reported Feb. 27.

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Generative AI in Your Desk Drawer: Revenue Management

Healthcare IT Today

The previous article in this series introduced the topic of generative AI in the back office of healthcare. This article starts to look at healthcare generative AI use cases. Is it any surprise that new technologies in health care pop up quickly in the area of reimbursements? Payments are the constant obsession of every manager. Claims Abhishek Sharma, principal of business transformation at Sagility , says that payers question why a doctor ordered an MRI instead of a less costly CT scan, and th

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Integrating AI Co-Pilots: A New Era of Intelligent Healthcare Management

HIT Consultant

Akshay Sharma, Chief AI Officer, Lyric The integration of AI into healthcare workflows presents a tremendous opportunity for transformation –– and for new levels of productivity in a time when administrative functions surrounding claims adjudication, provider reimbursement, and related functions are complicating operations and affecting efficiency. AI Co-Pilots offer an innovative approach to addressing these issues by driving efficiency, accuracy, and value in payment integrity.

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Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Company Announces Acquisition of HealthBeacon PLC

Healthcare IT Today

Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Company today announced that, through its Hamilton Beach Health subsidiary, it has acquired HealthBeacon PLC , a medical technology firm and strategic partner of the company. HealthBeacon develops connected devices that enable patients with chronic conditions to manage their injectable medication regimens at home and provides other health services.

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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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PE-backed anesthesiology group ends contracts with 5 Colorado hospitals, phases out non-competes to resolve monopoly inquiry

Fierce Healthcare

PE-backed anesthesiology group ends contracts with 5 Colorado hospitals, phases out non-competes to resolve monopoly inquiry dmuoio Tue, 02/27/2024 - 15:40

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Skin Analytics rolls out AI DERM device to more NHS trusts

Digital Health News

Nine trusts are set to benefit from funding from NHS England, secured by Skin Analytics, that will allow them to deploy the AI-powered DERM device.

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UnitedHealth says most pharmacies have 'effective workarounds' amid Change cyberattack

Becker's Health IT

UnitedHealth Group estimates 90% of the 70,000-plus pharmacies in the U.S. using Change Healthcare's platform have modified electronic claims processing to mitigate effects of the cybersecurity incident that hit the company last week.

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ViVE 2024: Optum Health CEO talks cyberattack, what's next for value-based care

Fierce Healthcare

LOS ANGELES — Optum Health CEO Amar Desai took the stage at ViVE on Monday morning to discuss the company's value-based care ambitions and strategy, but there was a clear elephant in the room: | LOS ANGELES — Optum Health CEO Amar Desai took the stage at ViVE on Monday morning to discuss the company's value-based care ambitions and strategy, but there was a clear elephant in the room: the cyberattack on Change Healthcare that's still causing disruption nationwide.

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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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How to Use NBA in Pharma Sales: Best Practices

HIT Consultant

Doron Aspitz, CEO, Verix Next Best Action has been one of the most important approaches for sales in recent years, including for pharmaceuticals. But because selling pharma is significantly different than selling other products, pharma-oriented NBA approaches need to be significantly more sophisticated than NBA for other industries. Pharma sales teams looking to implement NBA need to embrace an updated, data-driven version of this approach, known as NBA 2.0, along with the appropriate tools, inc

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AHA says Change Healthcare attack will impact hospital finances

Becker's Health IT

The American Hospital Association penned a letter to the HHS about the Change Healthcare attack stating that the incident will have "an immediate adverse impact on hospitals' finances.

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Know Labs Unveils KnowU: Wearable Non-Invasive CGM Poised to Revolutionize Glucose Monitoring

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Know Labs (NYSE American: KNW), a leading innovator in non-invasive medical diagnostic technology, today announced the unveiling of its KnowUâ„¢, a wearable, non-invasive continuous glucose monitor (CGM). – With over 270 patents issued, pending, and in process, Know Labs has established a solid foundation for its technology, creating a competitive advantage in the non-invasive CGM landscape.

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b.well Connected Health scores $40M to accelerate growth

Mobi Health News

The company's FHIR-based platform unifies patient's healthcare data to drive personalized care insights.

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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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Imprivata Unveils Imprivata Biometric Patient Identity

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Imprivata , a provider of digital identity solutions for critical industries, today announced the launch of Imprivata Biometric Patient Identity. This innovative solution utilizes facial recognition technology to address the growing issue of patient misidentification in healthcare. – Integrated with Epic, Imprivata Biometric Patient Identity empowers healthcare providers to confidently deliver improved patient care while mitigating the risks associated with mi

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Cigna affected by Prospect Medical breach

Becker's Health IT

Some of Cigna's policyholder information has been compromised due to a 2023 cyberattack on Culver City, Calif.-based Prospect Medical Holdings, Hartford Business Journal reported Feb. 27.

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Color Health, BCBS National Labor Office Partner to Empower Unions in the Fight Against Cancer

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Color Health , a leader in comprehensive cancer solutions, announced today a Strategic Alliance partnership with the Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) National Labor Office (NLO). – Through this alliance, Color Health and BCBS NLO aim to empower union leaders with the tools and resources needed to equip their members for the fight against cancer, promoting early detection, comprehensive care, and essential support services.

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Rewired 2024: ‘This is a watershed moment for community pharmacists’

Digital Health News

A fundamental shift in the digital capabilities of community pharmacies is opening the door to a new era of record sharing and shared care, Rewired keynote speaker Rahul Singal tells Digital Health News.

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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.