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HHS reorganizes technology functions, renames ONC

Healthcare Dive

The revamp should help the department handle pressing challenges facing the healthcare sector, like cyber threats and the growth of AI, HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra said.

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India lowers 2024 budget for digital health and more briefs

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

ABDM, tele-mental health budgets reduced Early this week, India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the official Union Budget for 2024-2025. For healthcare, the government set aside Rs 90,958.63 crore ($10.8 billion), rising by nearly 13% from last year's Rs 80,517.62 crore ($9.6 billion). This includes Rs 200 crore ($24 million) for the Ayushman Bharat Digital Health Mission, which is lower than the Rs 341 crore ($40.7 million) allocation last year.

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UHS says demand for services ‘moderating’ at acute hospitals in Q2

Healthcare Dive

The health system reported a net income of $289.2 million for the second quarter, but relatively flat patient volume growth sparked analyst concerns during an earnings call Thursday.

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Data of 13 million Australians stolen in MediSecure hack and more briefs

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MediSecure hack exposed data of 13 million Australians Approximately 12.9 million Australians had their health information stolen in the recent MediSecure hack. This, according to the embattled e-prescription provider, who recently went into administration following a " large-scale " ransomware attack on its system on 16 May. In an update, MediSecure said affected individuals included those who used its service between March 2019 and November 2023.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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Lawmakers question resuming VA Oracle EHR rollout at subcommittee hearing

Healthcare Dive

Deployments of the new electronic health record have largely been on hold, except for the recent launch at a medical center in Illinois. Agency and Oracle officials said the rollout went well.

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Humana inks multi-year partnership with Google to invest deeper in cloud, gen AI technologies

Fierce Healthcare

Humana inked a new multi-year agreement with Google Cloud to modernize its cloud infrastructure and build out generative AI solutions. | Humana inked a new multi-year agreement with Google Cloud to modernize its cloud infrastructure and build out generative AI solutions.

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Report: CVS to pay $45M as part of settlement with Illinois

Fierce Healthcare

CVS Health's Caremark has agreed to pay $45 million to Illinois to settle allegations that it failed to pass through rebates in a recent contract, according to a new report. | CVS Health's Caremark has agreed to pay $45 million to Illinois to settle allegations that it failed to pass through rebates in a recent contract, according to a new report.

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Tenet raises full-year guidance again

Healthcare Dive

Tenet has an emerging “beat and raise” track record on Wall Street, analysts said, after the health system raised its full-year guidance for the second time this year.

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Improving the Process of Obtaining Advance Care Plans (ACP)

Healthcare IT Today

Anyone that’s been involved in patient care understands how valuable it is for patients to have a well done Advanced Care Plan (ACP) that’s been communicated to their family and caregivers. Trying to do advanced care planning in the heat of the moment is challenging and fraught with all sorts of problems for the patient and the clinician.

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Adventist HealthCare taps new CEO

Healthcare Dive

John Sackett will step into the role on Aug. 4.

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HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends

Based on comprehensive survey data from diverse healthcare providers, the 2025 HIPAA Benchmark Report delivers actionable intelligence for modern compliance programs. This report examines how organizations are restructuring HIPAA Privacy Programs to address emerging regulatory requirements. Through analysis of staffing models, program operations, and breach management protocols, it provides a clear picture of current best practices.

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Diane Abbott: ‘Racism has no place in our digital health systems’

Digital Health News

A statement from Diane Abbott, read at the Equity Charter Summit, encouraged attendees to take action against racism in digital health.

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Universal Health Services beats on revenue, earnings in Q2, raises 2024 forecast

Fierce Healthcare

Universal Health Services (UHS) raised its full-year revenue and earnings guidance buoyed by strong financial performance in the past six months thanks to acute care growth. | Universal Health Services saw growth in Q2 in profit and revenue offset by lower admissions at its behavioral health facilities.

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Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals investigating cyber attack

Digital Health News

NHS England’s cyber security operations centre is investigating a cyber attack at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS FT.

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Strengthening Healthcare Resilience: A Vendor Checklist for Data Security and Business Continuity

HIT Consultant

Lizz Fuller, Director of Implementation at MDaudit In the aftermath of the cyber-attack on Change Healthcare by the BlackCat ransomware group, a renewed interest has emerged in protecting operations and ensuring contingencies are in place. For impacted providers, the financial fallout from the attack is estimated at $500 million to $1 billion per day and climbing, driving home the fact that business continuity is everything in the aftermath of a cyber-attack.

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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers

Every health care provider that accepts federal payments must screen for excluded providers. Use this sample Exclusion Screening Checklist and Compliance Policy to evaluate and improve your organization’s compliance with the law. Payments from Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare trigger screening requirements that may extend to employees, contractors, volunteers, board members, and network providers.

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North Korean hacker accused of hospital ransomware attacks

Becker's Health IT

A man reportedly affiliated with North Korean military intelligence has been allegedly participating in a scheme to hack into U.S. healthcare systems.

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HHS Launches Reorganization, Renames ONC, Stronger Focus on AI, Cybersecurity, Data

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a significant reorganization aimed at enhancing its capabilities in technology, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI). – This strategic move is designed to address the growing complexities and opportunities within the healthcare and human services landscape.

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Ascension Illinois to sell most hospitals, several care sites to for-profit Prime Healthcare

Fierce Healthcare

Ascension Illinois is selling several hospitals and their associated physician practices, post-acute and senior living facilities to Prime Healthcare. | The agreement includes nine hospitals and four additional sites of care, all throughout Illinois. Prime said it would invest $250 million in facility upgrades, capital improvements, technology and system upgrades.

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Artera expands patient communications platform support to additional FQHCs

Mobi Health News

The platform includes language support, call-to-text functionality, a high degree of automation and community outreach features.

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Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data

In healthcare, where patient data protection is paramount, effective vendor risk management isn't just good business—it's essential for maintaining compliance and trust. This comprehensive guide helps healthcare compliance professionals navigate the complexities of third-party vendor relationships in an increasingly interconnected healthcare environment.

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HHS unveils major revamp to shift health data, AI strategy and policy under ONC

Fierce Healthcare

This is a breaking story and will be updated. | The Office of the National Coordinator will now take on more responsibilities for technology oversight and data and AI policy development previously under other agencies.

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A Guide to Probiotics Market Trends and Opportunities

HIT Consultant

Probiotic as tool for balance of intestinal microbiota advertising background realistic vector illustration Probiotics are a popular topic in health and wellness, but what exactly are they? Probiotics are beneficial microorganisms that provide health advantages to the host when consumed in sufficient quantities. These helpful bacteria are essential for promoting gut health and overall wellness.

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GE HealthCare announces strategic partnership with AWS to build AI models

Mobi Health News

The companies will build foundation models and genAI applications aimed at improving patient care and medical diagnostics.

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Oschner Ventures Launches $10M Ochsner Louisiana Innovation Fund

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Ochsner Ventures, the investment arm of Ochsner Health has announced the creation of the Ochsner Louisiana Innovation Fund. – This $10M fund will invest in early-stage health and health-adjacent companies based in or with strong ties to Louisiana. The initiative is a collaborative effort between Ochsner Health and the Louisiana Economic Development (LED) agency, leveraging the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI).

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Thoughtful AI Launches Human-Capable AI Agents, Raises $20M in New Funding

Healthcare IT Today

New Solutions and Support are Latest Indicators of the Innovative RCM Automation Company’s Extraordinary Momentum, Expansive Growth Thoughtful AI , an AI-powered revenue cycle automation company, today unleashed a flurry of news highlighting its forward momentum, including the launch of the world’s first fully human-capable AI Agents specializing in healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM), exceptional growth metrics, and $20 million in new funding through a Series A round led by Nick Solaro of

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Vendor Sprawl: The Hidden Barrier to Effective Patient Engagement

HIT Consultant

Aditya Bansod, Chief Technology Officer, Luma Health Patient engagement is a critical priority for modern healthcare organizations. Yet, the path is often obstructed by the unintended consequences of vendor sprawl. A profusion of disparate technology solutions creates a fragmented patient experience, hinders operational efficiency, and can even put patient data at risk.

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Walmart, MISTR will provide free, at-home HIV testing kits in Georgia

Mobi Health News

The test kits will be available at five Walmart stores across the state, and the pilot program will be ongoing until supplies last.

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MISTR Offers Free STI Test Kits Available at Select Georgia Walmarts

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – MISTR , a telemedicine provider for sexual health, is partnering with select Walmart locations in Georgia to offer free at-home STI test kits. This initiative aims to increase access to convenient and confidential testing, particularly in areas with high HIV transmission rates. – MISTR goes beyond STI testing, offering telemedicine consultations for PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) and long-term HIV care.

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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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Qventus' AI discharge planning solution saved Ohio Health $1.7M in a matter of months

Fierce Healthcare

As artificial intelligence makes inroads in healthcare, one health tech company is focused on automating health system operations to increase hospitals' bed capacity and reduce length of stay. | AI solution provider Qventus announced the third generation of its solution on Thursday. In beta deployment with Ohio Health, the tech saved the system $1.7 million in a few months.

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Empowering Customers to Improve Health Outcomes, Performance, and Efficiency

HealthIT Answers

NOW on-demand, Trending NOW episode with host Shahid Shah and his guest Liz Serie, AVP of Product Management at Inovalon. They discuss simplifying access to healthcare and enabling highly engaged teams to get to that ideal care experience. The post Empowering Customers to Improve Health Outcomes, Performance, and Efficiency appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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John Snow Labs Launches Automated Testing for Responsible AI

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – John Snow Labs, the AI for healthcare company, today announced the release of Automated Responsible AI Testing Capabilities in the Generative AI Lab. – This is a first-of-its-kind no-code tool to test and evaluate the safety and efficacy of custom language models. It enables non-technical domain experts to define, run, and share test suites for AI model bias, fairness, robustness, and accuracy.

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How EiPaaS is Revolutionizing Healthcare Operations with Scalability and Agility

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Scott Sirdevan , Co-Founder and CEO at Vorro The massive digital transformation of the healthcare industry is not a new phenomenon. In recent years, however, the rapid adoption of technology has resulted in vast swathes of digital data sharing across the landscape. This has led to the emergence of key trends, including an intensified scrutiny of organizations’ security measures concerning sensitive patient data.

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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.