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Walgreens’ VillageMD sells 11 locations in Rhode Island

Healthcare Dive

The sale comes as the pharmacy chain culls VillageMD clinics, including in Florida and Illinois.

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CISA, calling Volt Typhoon an urgent threat, updates DDoS response guide

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Guidance released this week from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, Federal Bureau of Investigation and other U.S. and international partners outlines best practices for defending against "living off the land" cyber activity – where threat actors use an organization's own tools to attack its network – while addressing the specific needs and challenges of defending against distributed denial of service attacks with new mitigations and visual aids.

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Consumers more discerning about health data sharing: survey

Healthcare Dive

While respondents were largely willing to share their data, consumers have become pickier about who they’ll offer their information to, according to a Rock Health survey.

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Inpatient care experience gets a boost from telenursing and AI

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Sensors and automation tech can allow nurses to interact with and monitor multiple hospital patients around the clock without entering their rooms or interrupting their sleep. Michael Brandofino, president and COO of Caregility, explains how.

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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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Change Healthcare’s drawn-out recovery catches flak from cyber experts

Healthcare Dive

At least 100 services remain offline four weeks after the UnitedHealth Group detected an intrusion in its medical claims clearinghouse. Experts say the impacts are unprecedented.

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Hospitals could face revenue hit if insurers play hardball over MA: report

Healthcare Dive

Insurers could increase claims denials and engage in aggressive contract negotiations with hospitals as profitability in the popular plans declines.

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WSJ: CMS broadens Part D coverage for obesity drugs

Fierce Healthcare

Medicare Part D may cover obesity drugs when they secure approval for additional, medically accepted uses, according to a WSJ report.

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Hippocratic AI secures $53M, bringing valuation to $500M

Mobi Health News

The LLM startup released its first product, a genAI-enabled staffing marketplace solution, for phase three safety testing and will use the funds to speed up further product development.

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Nvidia inks tie-ups with Abridge, GE HealthCare and Microsoft as it expands its footprint in healthcare AI

Fierce Healthcare

Chipmaker Nvidia sees big opportunities in healthcare AI and this week it launched more than two dozen new gen AI-powered microservices. | The global computing powerhouse inked collaborations with Abridge, Microsoft, GE HealthCare and Hippocratic AI to to expand its generative AI capabilities into healthcare and life sciences.

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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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Butterfly Network secures EU MDR certification for Butterfly IQ+ products

Mobi Health News

EU MDR certification allows for the expansion of Butterfly IQ+ into several EU markets.

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The Evolution of How Provider Organizations Share Data with Payers

Healthcare IT Today

It’s reasonable for a company like MRO to have a chief interoperability officer. According to their chief interoperability officer, Anthony Murray, the company has spent 22 years building tools to “exchange data seamlessly” in healthcare. This includes much of the healthcare data that’s been locked up in free text data in many healthcare systems.

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OneLondon approves Data at Scale for Improvements projects

Digital Health News

Three Data at Scale for Improvements projects have been approved by OneLondon, to deliver improved health outcomes for Londoners.

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Industry Voices—Strengthening long-term care providers' role in value-based care

Fierce Healthcare

Long-term and post-acute care (LTPAC) providers play a vital role in our health system. | Continuing to improve and coordinate post-acute care can lead to higher quality and lower costs. As such, long-term and post-acute care providers are in a position to lead the way on value-based care.

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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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Moray health tech data project wins Up and Coming TEC Innovation award

Digital Health News

An award-winning pilot project in Moray is using digital technology to empower local residents to take a proactive approach to their health and wellbeing.

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Change Healthcare restores Amazon cloud services after cyberattack

Becker's Health IT

Change Healthcare restores Amazon cloud services after cyberattack, with help from cybersecurity firms. Company assures safety of Optum and UnitedHealth Group.

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NHS Scotland Boards go live with Magentus LIMS

Digital Health News

Three NHS Scotland Boards have gone live with the Evolution vLab LIMS system by Magentus, connecting laboratory medicine services across multiple sites

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Report Reveals Digital Diabetes Management Tools Fail to Deliver Benefits, Increase Costs

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Digital diabetes management tools are failing to deliver meaningful health benefits to patients, according to a new evaluation by the Peterson Health Technology Institute (PHTI). – The report casts doubt on the effectiveness of widely used digital diabetes management tools. Despite billions in investment, the study finds these tools offer minimal health benefits and actually increase healthcare spending.

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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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Underpin the vision for primary care-led services with better data

Digital Health News

'Hard to quantify' primary and community care has been overlooked for too long. That could be about to change, thanks to moves to standardise the codes for encounters, activities and job roles, writes Nilesh Bharakhada.

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Pharmacovigilance in Crisis: Automation as the Answer to Workforce Shortages

HIT Consultant

Scott Fonseca, Sr. Director of Business Development at IQVIA The healthcare industry is no stranger to workforce shortages, and the pharmaceutical industry may be next to experience disruptions brought on by labor challenges. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, it is estimated that occupations across life, physical and social sciences are expected to grow 7% by 2028.

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Optimizing Workflows with AI/ML In 2024

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Responses from Dr. David J. Sand, chief medical officer, ZeOmega. The healthcare industry is fraught with workflow challenges that impact care quality and costs, but tools like AI and ML have sparked a turning point. […] The article Optimizing Workflows with AI/ML In 2024 appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Forms AI Advisory Group & Residency Program to Develop Virtual Cell Models

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) announced the formation of a powerful AI Advisory Group and an in-house AI residency program, both focused on building predictive models of healthy and diseased cells – a key step towards creating virtual cell models. AI Advisory Group Background & Members CZI’s newly established AI Advisory Group will provide invaluable guidance and cross-disciplinary insights to CZI and the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Network to push the b

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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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OCR updates HIPAA guidance on online tracking technologies

Health IT Security

New HIPAA guidance from OCR addresses the increasing use of online tracking technologies and information sharing with vendors.

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Humana prioritizes veterans through Louisiana digital health partnership

Fierce Healthcare

Digital health company DUOS has developed a new program with Humana to care for Louisiana veterans with chronic conditions. | A new collaboration between Humana and digital health company DUOS will match Louisiana-based Medicare Advantage members to resources that treat chronic conditions.

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How UnitedHealth's CEO personally supported a physician following cyberattack

Becker's Health IT

As providers nationwide continue to face financial disruptions stemming from the Change Healthcare cyberattack in February, a Florida physician has shared how UnitedHealth Group's CEO, Andrew Witty, is personally stepping in to address cash flow challenges.

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Syllable Acquires Healthcare CRM Intelligence Platform Actium Health

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: Syllable , a leader in healthcare artificial intelligence and process automation, today announced its purchase of Actium Health. Financial details were not disclosed. As the industry evolves, health systems are faced with multiple challenges: Revenue growth with limited capacity, managing and retaining a highly-skilled, but burnt-out workforce, increasing operational costs, and making the most of their care delivery capacity to ensure patient access to high-quality care.

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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.