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Are genAI-produced visit summaries the future?

Healthcare It News

A project at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center's new OpenNotes Lab aims to explore the opportunities and challenges of using artificial intelligence to generate patient visit summaries. WHY IT MATTERS The initiative, which will see OpenNotes collaborate with clinical genAI developer Abridge, will study how AI can enable collaboration between patients and clinicians, while advancing transparency and promoting health equity, they say.

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Open Genomics and Privacy: New Case Law in South Africa Affirms a Key Principle

Bill of Health

by Donrich Thaldar As the era of genomic medicine dawns, large-scale genomics projects are becoming increasingly central to health care advancements. Projects like FinnGen in Finland, the UK Biobank , and the All of Us initiative in the United States are charting new frontiers in precision medicine, enabling researchers to unlock the genetic codes underlying a wide array of diseases.

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Ascension Michigan settles multi-year dispute about employee vaccination policy

Healthcare Dive

The health system will offer up to five weeks of back pay to staff that were denied religious exemptions for COVID-19 vaccine mandates.

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Radical Reinvention: How Health Systems Are Transforming for the Future

HealthIT Answers

By Linda Finkel - With all the tasks health systems currently face, the idea of radically reinventing can be daunting. But it doesn't have to be. To bring real change in a healthcare system, it's necessary to think boldly and transform the way things are done. The post Radical Reinvention: How Health Systems Are Transforming for the Future appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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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HHS settles 2 ransomware investigations as attacks rise

Healthcare Dive

The settlements mark the sixth and seventh healthcare ransomware enforcement actions from regulators.

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CuraLinc & Oshi Health Partner for Integrated Employee Wellbeing

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – CuraLinc Healthcare , a leading provider of mental health and wellbeing programs for employees, students and families, announces the expansion of its Partner Network, featuring a new partnership with Oshi Health , the first and only virtual digestive health center of excellence. – CuraLinc recognizes that mental health outcomes improve when we consider the broader context of physical, financial and social wellbeing.

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Data Velocity in Healthcare: Why Speed Matters

HIT Consultant

Nick Stepro, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Arcadia In healthcare, where the stakes are incredibly high, the speed at which we can share, process, and act on data significantly influences patient outcomes and brings success in value-based care arrangements. A recent survey found that only 47% of organizations are using data aged less than 24 hours for working care gaps, and just 39% of organizations use similarly recent data for patient stratification and building cohorts.

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Balancing AI and Humans in Your RCM to Produce Clear ROI

Healthcare IT Today

One of the big challenges that healthcare faces is that AI and other technology solutions have promised the world to healthcare leaders and then often fallen short. Once this happens, it creates a really challenging uphill battle for the next technology. This has been particularly true with revenue cycle leaders who often express skepticism about AI’s role in healthcare due to past overpromises.

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Alliance for Smart Healthcare Excellence Launches to Drive Smart Hospital Adoption

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – A new organization dedicated to accelerating the creation of smart hospitals has been established: the Alliance for Smart Healthcare Excellence (the Alliance). – The non-profit organization will champion the Smart Hospital Maturity Model (SHMM), a framework designed to guide hospitals in their adoption and utilization of advanced technologies.

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Learn from the Health IT Experts at HLTH 2024

Healthcare IT Today

At the recent HLTH Conferece in Las Vegas, we had a chance to have a number of executives join us on camera. They offered a variety of insights around innovation, briding the gap between payer and providers, a number of great announcements, and some unique perspectives on the business of healthcare. Check out some of the great insights we learned from the following health IT experts at HLTH 2024 in the following videos.

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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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Epic in the Public Cloud: Scalability and Satisfaction on the Rise, But Challenges Remain

HIT Consultant

KLAS: Public Cloud Vendor Overview What You Should Know: – Over the past few years, healthcare organizations have increasingly turned to public cloud providers like AWS and Microsoft Azure to host their Epic electronic health record (EHR) systems. Driven by the promise of scalability, cost savings, and improved performance, this trend shows no signs of slowing down. – A new report from KLAS Research provides an updated look at the viability of Epic in the public cloud, highlighting b

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Experts Comment on The 2025 Employer Health Care Strategy Survey

HealthIT Answers

We rounded up some industry experts to comment on The 2025 Employer Health Care Strategy Survey that explored ways employers address health care costs and key benefit strategy considerations in the near future and long-term. The post Experts Comment on The 2025 Employer Health Care Strategy Survey appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Rula Joins Amazon’s Health Condition Programs to Improve Mental Healthcare Access

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Rula Health , a behavioral health company focused on improving access to mental healthcare, today announced a collaboration with Amazon Health Services to provide more ways for Amazon customers to find and receive essential mental healthcare. – With a network of over 10,000 providers representing more than 80 clinical specialties and a diverse range of backgrounds, Rula Health is the latest behavioral health provider to join Amazon’s Health Condition Progr

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MCN Healthcare Rebrands as MCN Solutions, Expanding Document Management Across Various Industries

Healthcare Blog

DENVER, October 7, 2024 (Newswire.com) – MCN Solutions, a leading provider of policy, contract, and learning management software, announces its rebrand from MCN Healthcare. This transformation underscores the company’s organic evolution from exclusively operating in the healthcare industry, to offering its cutting-edge solutions to other industries. “Years ago, we set out to simplify the complex regulatory landscape for healthcare staff,” said Amanda Valeur, President and Found

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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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Healthcare Compliance Professionals Grapple with Mounting Risks and Limited Resources

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – A new report from Barnes & Thornburg reveals that healthcare compliance professionals are facing mounting pressure as they navigate a complex regulatory landscape, increasing cyberattacks, and the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). – The inaugural 2025 Healthcare Compliance Outlook draws on insights from over 120 U.S.

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Quest Diagnostics expands network partnership with Anthem plans

Fierce Healthcare

Quest Diagnostics and Elevance Health are broadening their partnership into four more states with the goal of making it easier for patients to access in-network laboratory services. | Quest Diagnostics and Elevance Health are broadening their partnership into four more states, with the goal of making it easier for patients to access in-network laboratory services.

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General Catalyst’s HATCo Acquires Summa Health for $485M, Eliminates $850M in Debt

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Health Assurance Transformation LLC (HATCo), a General Catalyst company has reached an agreement to acquire Summa Health, an Ohio-based health system for $485M. – The $485M acquisition combined with Summa Health’s current cash reserves, will enable the health system to eliminate $850 million in existing debt.

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General Catalyst's HATCo moves forward on $485M Summa Health deal

Fierce Healthcare

Venture capital firm General Catalyst's Health Assurance Transformation Corporation (HATCo) signed a definitive agreement to buy Summa Health for $485 million, the organizations announced Thursday. | Venture capital firm General Catalyst's Health Assurance Transformation Corporation signed a definitive agreement to buy Summa Health for $485 million, the organizations announced Thursday.

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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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CerpassRx Launches AI-Powered Specialty Drug Management Platform

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – CerpassRx , a leader in pharmacy benefit management (PBM), today announced the launch of the Intelligent Specialty Engine, an AI-enabled platform powered by Waltz Health to manage specialty drug spend. – CerpassRx’s innovative approach includes real-time analytics and specialty spend management capabilities that drive significant cost savings, improve transparency and optimize the specialty drug experience for health plan customers and their members – or self

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Mental health app for young people to launch in Oxfordshire

Digital Health News

A mental health app will launch across Oxfordshire to help young people aged 11 to 18 in the county who need mental health support.

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MCN Healthcare Rebrands as MCN Solutions

Healthcare Blog

MCN Healthcare Rebrands as MCN Solutions, Expanding Document Management Across Various Industries DENVER, October 7, 2024 (Newswire.com) – MCN Solutions, a leading provider of policy, contract, and learning management software, announces its rebrand from MCN Healthcare. This transformation underscores the company’s organic evolution from exclusively operating in the healthcare industry, to offering its cutting-edge solutions to other industries. “Years ago, we set out to simplify the

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Facial recognition tech for pain management trialled in Bedfordshire

Digital Health News

Facial recognition technology for pain management is being trialled at residential and nursing homes in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.

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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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Corporate Compliance and Ethics Week: Why It Matters for Your Organization

Healthcare Blog

Every year, businesses and organizations observe Corporate Compliance and Ethics Week , an important event dedicated to raising awareness about the critical role compliance and ethical practices play in business success. This year, it offers a prime opportunity for companies to re-evaluate their compliance programs, reinforce ethical standards, and ensure that employees understand the importance of adherence to regulations and policies.

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Hospital cybersecurity on a limited budget

Becker's Health IT

"Learn how hospital CIOs tackle cybersecurity on a budget at Becker's Health IT event.

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Health Catalyst acquires cybersecurity firm Intraprise Health for $43M

Mobi Health News

The company also reported Q3 2024 earnings, noting total revenue of $76.4 million, adjusted EBITDA of $7.3 million and a net loss of $14.7 million.

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X-on Health acquires Hanley Consulting to help end 8am GP rush

Digital Health News

X-on Health has acquired Hanley Consulting to strengthen its technology and expert services for UK GP surgeries and help end the 8am rush.

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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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Ransomware Attack Severity Increased 68% in H1, 2024

HIPAA Journal

The use of ransomware in cyberattacks decreased slightly in the first half of the year; however, the severity of ransomware attacks increased according to the 2024 Cyber Claims Report: Mid-Year Update from cyber insurance and security service provider Coalition. For the report, Coalition examined claims against cyber insurance policies between January 1, 2024, and June 30, 2024.

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Ontrak increases behavioral health offering with Sentara for commercial populations

Mobi Health News

The behavioral health company's Engage platform will be available to existing commercial fully insured, self-funded members on an opt-in basis and via Sentara's Marketplace membership.

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LinkedIn, Meta, and Healthcare Companies Sued for Using Tracking Tools

HIPAA Journal

Lawsuits have recently been filed against the professional networking platform LinkedIn, Meta (Facebook), and three healthcare companies over the use of website tracking tools on websites that collect sensitive health information and use that information for marketing and advertising purposes. Social media companies provide website tracking tools that collect visitor data from web pages for advertising and marketing purposes.

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CerpassRx, Waltz Health team up to bring down specialty pharmacy costs

Fierce Healthcare

CerpassRx, an independent pharmacy benefit manager, is teaming up with Waltz Health to launch a new AI-powered tool that aims to better manage specialty drug spending. | CerpassRx, an independent pharmacy benefit manager, is teaming up with Waltz Health to launch a new AI-powered tool that aims to better manage specialty drug spending.

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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.