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Microsoft unveils new healthcare AI tools

Healthcare Dive

The products include a service that helps healthcare organizations build their own AI agents that could be used for appointment scheduling, clinical trial matching and patient triage.

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EMR implementation as a 'science'

Healthcare It News

Demonstrating benefits to patients and clinicians will greatly drive interoperability, h ealth information exchange and medical record digitalisation in Asia-Pacific. Dr Mahesh Appannan, Ministry of Health Malaysia's head of digital health, Seyoung Jung, assistant professor and CIO of Seoul National University Bundang Hospital in South Korea, and Gareth Sherlock, chief executive of Turimetta Consulting and former CIO at Cleveland Clinic London and Abu Dhabi, delved into EMR implementation be

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Widespread IV fluid shortages have providers starting to cancel procedures, survey finds

Fierce Healthcare

Intravenous fluid shortages appear to be affecting the majority of the nation’s healthcare providers, who as a result are already beginning to cancel procedures, survey data published Thursday show | Premier said 86% of its provider members are reporting shortages, and more than half have less than 10 days supply on hand. Respondents also said they were beginning or considering procedure cancellations, and have begun receiving solicitations from "unapproved, gray market suppliers.

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OntarioMD Study Validates the Hype of AI Scribes

Healthcare IT Today

OntarioMD (OMD) a subsidiary of the Ontario Medical Association released the results of a study that validates the benefits of AI scribe / ambient clinical voice technology for medical practices. Physicians reported a significant reduction in paperwork, more time for patient care, and less information overload. Significant Workflow and Workload Benefits The OMD study examined the use of AI scribes by more than 150 family doctors and nurse practitioners (NPs) over a three month period.

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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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UnitedHealth, CVS push to remove FTC Chair Lina Khan from PBM case

Healthcare Dive

Attorneys argue Khan and two other commissioners are biased against pharmacy benefit managers and should recuse themselves from an ongoing lawsuit against the middlemen.

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Funding announced to boost development of health tech for cancer

Digital Health News

New medical technologies to diagnose cancer, such as scanners and AI models, will be trialled in the UK following new government funding.

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Suki Raises $70M to Advance AI-Powered Solutions for Healthcare

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Suki , a provider of artificial intelligence (AI) technology for healthcare raises $70M in new funding, bringing its total funding to $165M. – The investment, led by Hedosophia with significant participation from Venrock and existing investors, will fuel Suki’s continued growth and product development, solidifying its position as a leader in AI-driven healthcare solutions.

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When managing a healthcare practice, what’s the value of prevention?

Healthcare Dive

Here are the legal issues providers need to know as litigation increases around healthcare fraud and abuse, according to two experts.

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RadiantGraph Raises $11M to Expand AI-Driven Personalized Engagement for Health Plans

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – RadiantGraph , an AI-powered platform designed to transform consumer engagement in healthcare, has secured $11M in Series A funding led by M13 , with significant participation from XYZ Ventures and True Ventures. – The investment will fuel the expansion of RadiantGraph’s platform capabilities and drive further growth within health plans and healthcare service organizations.

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Suki raises $70M to expand healthcare AI scribe

Healthcare Dive

The Series D round will allow the startup to speed new product development, invest in commercial initiatives and add to its leadership team.

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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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Average ransom payments rise for healthcare: 6 notes

Becker's Health IT

In 2024, the percentage of healthcare organizations paying ransomware demands decreased to 36%, down from 40% in 2023. However, those that did comply faced steeper costs, an Oct. 8 survey from Proofpoint and Ponemon Institute found.

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Fewer than 1 in 5 employer-sponsored plans cover GLP-1s for weight loss

Healthcare Dive

While employers footed the bill for health plan price increases in 2024, they were largely unwilling to give employees access to popular weight loss drugs.

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Medicare Advantage star ratings dip slightly once again in 2025

Fierce Healthcare

Just 40% of Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans offered in 2025 achieved a score of four stars or higher, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) revealed Oct. 10. | It's harder than ever for Medicare Advantage plans to score well on star ratings. Here's how they performed for 2025.

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Hurricane Milton disrupts infrastructure, could trigger more hospital evacuations in Florida

Healthcare Dive

While Florida hospitals largely withstood the worst of the hurricane’s impacts, disruptions to public services could result in more patient transfers in the coming days.

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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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Suki banks $70M to build out AI assistants for doctors, expands health system partnerships

Fierce Healthcare

Suki, a voice-assistive AI and medical scribe tool, secured $70 million in fresh funding to build out its AI assistant technology for doctors and hospitals. | Suki, a voice-assistive AI and medical scribe tool, secured $70 million in fresh funding to build out its AI assistant technology for doctors and hospitals.

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Digital Health Unplugged: Darzi report news team debrief

Digital Health News

The Digital Health news team gather to dissect the digital and technology aspects of Lord Darzi’s report on the state of the NHS in England.

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True change 'requires investment': Healthcare leaders react to new $250M Gates fund for women's health

Fierce Healthcare

Melinda French Gates has announced a $250 million fund to improve women’s mental and physical health. | Action for Women’s Health will fund nonprofit organizations globally working to improve women’s mental and physical health. Awards will range from $1 million to $5 million, to be announced by the end of 2025.

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Paediatric virtual ward launches across Norfolk and Waveney ICB

Digital Health News

Norfolk and Waveney ICB has launched a children’s virtual ward to support the delivery of hospital-level paediatric care at home.

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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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Leveraging Technology to Improve Pharmaceutical Oversight and Patient Safety

HIT Consultant

In a time when healthcare is always changing, the pharmaceutical sector is under more pressure to ensure patient safety while maintaining compliance with stringent regulatory standards. As the complexity of pharmaceutical delivery rises, technology has become ever more crucial in tracking and safeguarding pharmacological products. One especially remarkable development in this area is PharmaWatch , a real-time tracking system that enhances pharmaceutical control and enables healthcare professiona

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New HIMSS Analytics Maturity Assessment Model supports smart AI deployments

Mobi Health News

The modernized, outcomes-focused AMAM is meant to help health systems keep pace with the rapid evolution of analytics technologies and artificial intelligence and "support equitable, data-driven decision-making at scale.

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The Future of Medicaid: 4 Considerations for MES Modernization

HIT Consultant

Donna Migoni Executive Managing Director, Medicaid Enterprise Services at Maximus More than 75 million people access comprehensive and cost-effective care through Medicaid, including low-income families, older adults, and individuals with disabilities or chronic conditions. Given the program’s importance in addressing the health needs of vulnerable populations, optimizing the experiences of Medicaid members and providers is critical.

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Patient engagement platform RadiantGraph garners $11M

Mobi Health News

The Series A funding announcement comes less than a month after the company announced integration capabilities with AWS, Google Cloud, Databricks and Snowflake.

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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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Healthcare Cybersecurity: Combating Complexity with Advanced Analytics

HIT Consultant

Kevin Kirkwood, CISO at Exabeam Almost weekly, we see headlines about cyber incidents disrupting patient care, compromising patient privacy, or both. The growing interconnectedness of the healthcare ecosystem, combined with heavy reliance on third-party providers, is amplifying the impact of these incidents. This interconnectedness is not only expanding the attack surface but also increasing vulnerabilities across the entire sector, as seen in recent high-profile attacks on UnitedHealth Group

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Optimizing Shift Fulfillment: Tackling Hospital Staffing Issues with Technology

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Adam Seguin, CEO at Vocantas Staffing shortages and inefficient scheduling processes continue to challenge hospitals and healthcare facilities globally. The increasing demand for healthcare services, coupled with strain on the workforce, has heightened the urgency for effective staffing solutions that ensure both staff well-being and high-quality patient care.

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Glooko Secures $100M, Appoints Mike Alvarez as New CEO

HIT Consultant

– Glooko , a global digital health company, has announced a successful Series F funding round, raising $100M to fuel its continued growth and product development led by Georgian , with participation from Health Catalyst , Canaan , and other investors. – In addition to this significant investment, Glooko also announced the appointment of Mike Alvarez as its new Chief Executive Officer.

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Suki secures $70M to enhance its AI ambient scribe offerings

Mobi Health News

The company will use the funds to expand its partnerships with Athena, Oracle Cerner, Epic and MEDITECH, and to enhance its offerings, Suki Assistant and Suki Platform.

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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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Introducing Motion: Real-Time Motion Insights for Aging in Place

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Threshold Care Inc. , a company committed to empowering caregivers with essential insights about their aging loved ones, announces the availability of Motion, the first noninvasive Wi-Fi sensing plug designed to provide caregivers with real-time motion insights without needing cameras or wearables. – Motion allows caregiving family members to receive focused insights into motion patterns within their loved ones’ homes without intruding on their privacy.

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NY requires hospitals to have CISOs: 8 things to know

Becker's Health IT

Discover the eight key points to know about New York's new hospital cybersecurity regulations, including rules for reporting incidents and appointing CISOs.

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Konica Minolta, Clearpath Partner to Streamline Medical Record Sharing

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas, Inc. has partnered with Clearpath Technologies to integrate Clearpath’s automated platform for securely sharing medical records and images from the Exa® Platform. This collaboration reinforces Konica Minolta’s vision for Exa as a fully integrated enterprise imaging solution that connects patients and providers across the continuum of care.

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Cohere Health, MCG Health partner to address prior authorization process

Mobi Health News

The partnership aims to enhance provider experience and boost health plan efficiencies.

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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.