Tue.Sep 03, 2024

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Uninsured, less educated patients less likely to question medical bills: study

Healthcare Dive

One in five survey respondents reported that their household had received a bill they disagreed with or couldn’t afford in the past year, but only 62% reached out to a billing office, according to a new study published in JAMA.

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Mobile integration could improve FQHC quality metrics

Healthcare It News

Patient engagement that doesn't require manual outreach can promote staff efficiency and could improve clinical outcomes at safety-net organizations nationwide, according to CareMessage, which has announced the initial release of a new mobile messaging tool designed toward those aims. WHY IT MATTERS The non-profit says the integration feature of its Health Equity Engine patient activation platform is meant to target a critical Uniform Data System reporting measure for Federally Qualified Com

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Healthcare labor shortage predicted by 2028, with uneven state impacts: report

Healthcare Dive

Certain states and specialties will face acute shortages, while others will see a surplus of workers, according to a new study from Mercer.

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Fast Focus: Clinical Data Registries and the Compilation of Databases

MRO Compliance

Clinical data registries work as databases to hold and organize healthcare data. They are tasked with evaluating and improving clinical outcomes for a patient population within specific defined measures. Professional associations, specialty societies, research and patient foundations, and government organizations often use clinical registries for patient data management, aggregation, and analysis.

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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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Equity Implications of Telehealth Policy on Medication Abortion Care Service Delivery

Bill of Health

by Dana Northcraft and Natalie Birnbaum Since Roe v. Wade was overturned in June 2022, fourteen states and two territories have banned the provision of abortion care altogether. [i] Still, abortion rates in the United States are on the rise. This is in part due to the expansion of care delivery through telehealth for medication abortion (TMAB) , which now accounts for 19% of abortion care delivery.

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ARPA-H program to focus on AI degradation in medical tools

Healthcare Dive

The agency will fund work to identify and auto-correct AI-enabled tools that are misaligned with their underlying training data.

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Out-of-pocket spending on prescriptions grew even after accounting for rebates: study

Fierce Healthcare

There's no shortage of attention on rising pharmaceutical costs, but policymakers need to have the full picture of trends in this space to work off of, according to a new study. | There's no shortage of attention on rising pharmaceutical costs, but policymakers need to have the full picture of trends in this space to work off of, according to a new study.

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The MedTech Renaissance Is Here. How Can Organizations Meet The Moment?

HIT Consultant

Mike White, Principal, Alexander Group The healthcare industry rose to the occasion at the outset of global healthcare challenges beginning in 2020. Around the world, hospitals, outpatient facilities, MedTech organizations, and research firms embraced digital tools and communication out of necessity. But once the worst was over, it became clear that this new, digital-first model of healthcare was here to stay.

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Startup Harrison.ai launches radiology-specific language model as a building block for healthcare AI

Fierce Healthcare

Australia-based startup Harrison.ai spent the past four years building out AI-powered medical diagnostic software and services. | Australian health tech company Harrison.ai has unveiled what it considers to be a "groundbreaking" radiology-specific vision language model designed to excel at radiology tasks. It's part of the startup's broader goal to use AI automation to scale the global capacity of healthcare.

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From Payroll Pains to Growth Gains: Streamlining Payroll & HR for Success

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

In the world of small business management, the challenge of managing payroll & HR efficiently while scaling operations can be overwhelming. Yet, with the right strategies in place, these challenges can become opportunities for growth and innovation. In this session, Joe Sharpe, Senior Director of Managed Payroll Services at IRIS, will reveal practical methods and expert insights for outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes, resulting in substantial time and resource savings.

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Why Treatment Planning in Counseling Makes Sense for Patients and Providers

HIT Consultant

Ram Krishnan, CEO of Valant Treatment plans are an often-overlooked element of quality mental health treatment. Some providers see them as inefficient busywork, a necessary evil to meet compliance standards. However, treatment plans in counseling have value far beyond compliance. They can actually enhance patient care and benefit a practice’s efficiency.

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Healthcare Dealmakers—Jefferson Health, LVHN merge; R1 RCM going private and more

Fierce Healthcare

Healthcare mergers and acquisitions are in no short supply as providers, health tech companies, retailers and other industry players look to expand their businesses and gain a competitive edge. | Steward Health Care bankruptcy updates, Allstate's $2 billion employer voluntary benefits arm sell-off and more merger and acquisition news from August.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Receives Validation From University of Michigan for Accurate Fitness Tracking

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Samsung Electronic s and the University of Michigan have announced that the prestigious University of Michigan Human Performance & Sport Science Center (HPSSC) has validated the high accuracy of fitness tracking features on the Samsung Galaxy Watch. – The Samsung Galaxy Watch, validated by the University of Michigan, provides a powerful tool for anyone seeking to improve their health and fitness.

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Ransomware gang phishes for healthcare victims

Becker's Health IT

Learn about the latest ransomware threat targeting healthcare organizations. Find out how to protect your data and prevent phishing attacks.

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How To Empower Your Workforce With Modern Fertility Benefits

Speaker: Andrea Wuchiski

In an era where a workforce spans multiple generations, HR managers and Total Rewards leaders face the unique challenge of designing benefits packages that cater to diverse employee needs. This session will delve into how comprehensive fertility benefits can bridge generational gaps, support employees’ health, and enhance workplace satisfaction. Join us for an insightful session that highlights the strategic importance of fertility benefits in today’s competitive job market.

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A Roadmap For Improving Diversity in Cancer Research and Advancing Therapeutic Development

HIT Consultant

Shelli Pavone, CEO & President, Inlightened Last month was Cancer Research Awareness Month , which is a great time to celebrate recent findings that the number of adults enrolled in oncology clinical trials has increased – nearly twice as high as past estimates – while also reflecting on the fact that we still have much work to do in overall and proportional clinical trial enrollment.

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NHS England to adopt new cyber security framework

Digital Health News

The National Data Guardian and NHS England have announced a new cyber resilience framework for health and social care organisations.

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CrowdStrike executive to testify on hospital IT outage

Becker's Health IT

Learn about the upcoming congressional testimony of a leader from CrowdStrike, which caused a global IT outage affecting hospitals with a bad software update.

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Flatiron Health Appoints Quincy Weatherspoon as VP and General Manager of Point of Care Solutions

HIT Consultant

Quincy Weatherspoon, Vice President and General Manager of Flatiron Point of Care Solutions What You Should Know: – Flatiron Health , a pioneer in oncology technology, announced today the appointment of Quincy Weatherspoon as Vice President and General Manager of Flatiron Point of Care Solutions. – In this role, Weatherspoon will be responsible for overseeing the company’s network of oncology practices and driving innovation in Flatiron’s point of care products, including

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Advanced Compliance: OSHA & HIPAA in Healthcare Facilities

Dive into the Compliance Officer's Handbook for advanced OSHA and HIPAA strategies. This guide provides detailed steps for maintaining compliance in healthcare facilities, covering key regulations like the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and HIPAA Privacy Rule. Learn to create a culture of compliance with management commitment, employee training, and regular risk assessments.

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Reimagine Care extends partnership with Memorial Hermann Health System

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Enterprise Taxonomy: Telehealth Patient Access Care Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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The Impacts of Heat on Health Across All Dimensions – from Death to “Heat-Flation” on the Pocketbook

Health Populi

Rising energy bills are confronting U.S. households (and indeed, health citizens in many parts of the world) due to extreme heat, PBS reported on 1st September. But the record heat waves in so much of the world is impacting both peoples’ fiscal and financial well-being along with physical health impacts, ranging from exacerbating chronic respiratory conditions to, literally, risks to lives.

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Digital Health Unplugged: Taking a stand against racism in digital health

Digital Health News

Tammy Lovell is joined on Digital Health Unplugged by the founders of the Equity Charter to discuss how to tackle racism in digital health.

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The Death of Retail Health – Healthcare IT Today Podcast Episode 148

Healthcare IT Today

For the 148th episode of the Healthcare IT Today Podcast we are talking about the death of retail health…or is it not really dead? We start this episode off by discussing whether or not we were shocked by the closing of retail health clinics from Walmart, Dollar General, and others. Then, we take a look at Walgreens, CVS, and Amazon to see if they are heading for a similar fate, and more broadly if retail health as a whole is dying off.

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Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services

Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.

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Digital Health Networks’ Mentoring: Applications open for expanded 2025 programme

Digital Health News

Diane Bullman reveals the difference mentoring made to this year’s participants and looks ahead to the 2025 programme - which includes a new stream run by Imperial College London aimed at emerging digital leaders across the NHS

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Maryland hospital to pay $2.25M settlement resolving data breach suit

Becker's Health IT

Berlin, Md.-based Atlantic General Hospital agreed to pay a $2.25 million settlement to resolve a data breach lawsuit stemming from a January 2023 ransomware attack against the system, according to The HIPAA Journal.

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“No specific plans to add social care to the DMA”, says NHSE

Digital Health News

NHS England has said there are no plans to add social care to the Digital Maturity Assessment (DMA) in 2025, despite calls for its inclusion.

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Stryker Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire care.ai, a Leading Virtual Care and Ambient Intelligence Solutions Platform

Healthcare IT Today

Stryker , a global leader in medical technologies, announced today a definitive agreement to acquire care.ai , a privately held company specializing in delivering AI-assisted virtual care workflows, smart room technology, and ambient intelligence solutions. The acquisition will strengthen Stryker’s growing healthcare IT offering and wirelessly connected medical device portfolio.

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Provide Real Value in Your Applications with Data and Analytics

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.