Tue.Mar 18, 2025

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How leveraging cardiac data via RPM can help overcome many clinical challenges

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Health systems are under increasing pressure to retain their patients – who have a variety of care options to choose from, both in-person and virtual. At the same time, inpatient capacity is limited and hospital care teams face a lot of strain. By using cardiac data gathered through remote devices, ambulatory care is helping these facilities preserve and care for patients within the health system, but not always in the hospital.

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Congress extends Medicare telehealth flexibilities for 6 months

Healthcare Dive

Telehealth groups celebrated the extension, but added the short-term reprieve means continued uncertainty for providers.

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Keragon, an AI-Powered Healthcare Automation Platform, Secured a $7.5M Seed Round Six Months Post-Launch

Healthcare IT Today

Keragon , an AI-powered HIPAA-compliant automation platform for healthcare, has raised $7.5 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round. The round was led by Upfront Ventures, with early investors – Afore Capital, Focal, and 25m Health, doubling down on their initial investments. This capital raise comes on the heels of a $3 million pre-seed round and an official platform launch just six months ago, bringing the total raised amount to $10.5 million.

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FTC reiterates opposition to controversial Indiana hospital merger

Healthcare Dive

Terre Haute Regional may be forced to close if it’s not acquired by Union Health, the hospitals argue in their latest request for a certificate that allows mergers to sidestep antitrust review. The FTC does not agree.

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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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Mitigating the Challenges of Integrating AI into Existing IT Infrastructures

Healthcare IT Today

Integrating new systems and applications into your organization’s IT infrastructure can sometimes feel like you’re setting up a Rube Goldberg machine. Everything needs to be pre-planned and meticulously set up in order to achieve the result you are after. One small misstep and suddenly you can be facing a chain reaction of your other systems being set off or it could cause something to bump out of alignment and cause a complete shutdown.

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AI-Enabled Automation of Prescription Renewal Systems: Addressing Healthcare’s Hidden Burden

HIT Consultant

Kevin Agatstein, CEO of KAID Health, Inc. The management of prescription renewals represents one of healthcares most pressing yet understated challenges. This administrative burden not only strains medical practices but also creates significant barriers to patient care and medication adherence. As healthcare systems struggle to balance efficiency with quality of care, the need for innovative solutions in prescription renewal management has become increasingly urgent.

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Brain.space secures $11M to grow its mental model platform

Mobi Health News

Brain.space , the maker of an EEG helmet, announced an $11 million Series A Funding round led by Toyota Ventures, with participation by Mangrove Capital Partners and The Group Ventures. The company also received a $3.5 million non-dilutive grant from the Israel Innovation Authority. WHAT IT DOES Brain.space's EEG database allows brain activity to be more easily shared with researchers, physicians and pharma companies to study brain abnormalities and diseases.

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The Hospital Room of the Future: Better Care with Fewer Staff

Healthcare IT Today

Virtual care isn’t just for telehealth visits anymoreits becoming a critical part of inpatient care. Caregility is embedding virtual support directly into hospital rooms, helping to improve patient monitoring and give overworked nurses some much-needed relief. Healthcare IT Today had the opportunity to sit down with two senior leaders from Caregility to find out more.

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Congress passes Full-Year Continuing Resolution Bill, maintaining global health funding at prior year levels

KFF

On March 15, 2025, the President signed a full-year continuing resolution (CR) that continues funding the federal government through the rest of the fiscal year. It maintains U.S. global health funding at the prior year (FY 2024) level ($10.8 billion).

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ☕

Digital Health News

Today's news briefing covers a VR pilot study at East Kent Hospitals and the factors most likely to prompt negative reviews by UK patients.

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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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GE HealthCare & NVIDIA to Develop Autonomous Diagnostic Imaging with AI

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – At GTC 2025 , GE HealthCare and NVIDIA announced an expanded collaboration aimed at revolutionizing diagnostic imaging through autonomous technologies, beginning with X-ray and ultrasound. – The collaboration builds on a long-standing relationship between GE HealthCare and NVIDIA. A prime example of their synergy is the development of SonoSAMTrack, GE HealthCares pioneering research foundation model.

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What Happens When Integrity and Accountability Fail: Lessons for Compliance Professionals 

YouCompli

The U.S. opioid epidemic holds important lessons for compliance professionals. This public health crisis is characterized by the widespread misuse of opioid drugs, leading to addiction, overdose deaths and a profound social and economic toll. This epidemic has evolved over the past few decades, and while there are many contributing factors, the role of pharmaceutical companies, particularly in the early stages, is widely seen as a critical element.

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Sequel Med Tech’s twiist AID System to Integrate Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Sequel Med Tech, LLC , a company focused on developing cutting-edge insulin delivery technologies, has announced that its innovative twiist Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) System, powered by Tidepool, will be the first to integrate Abbotts FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor, a continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) device. – The integration marks a pivotal moment for individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D).

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Ensuring HIPAA Compliance in Telehealth Sessions

HealthIT Answers

By Zac Amos - Telehealth has revolutionized health care, offering convenience and accessibility for providers and patients. However, with the shift to virtual care comes a critical responsibility ensuring the security and privacy of patient information. The post Ensuring HIPAA Compliance in Telehealth Sessions appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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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Generative AI in Diagnostics: Quest Partners with Google Cloud for Enhanced Data Insights

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Quest Diagnostics , a provider of diagnostic information services announced a strategic collaboration with Google Cloud to enhance its data management, improve data analytics, and personalize customer experiences. – The partnership will leverage Google Cloud’s advanced data analytics and generative AI (gen AI) technologies to transform various aspects of Quest’s operations.

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Behavioral & Mental Health Billing Services by Medisys

Medisys Compliance

Behavioral and mental health practices face unique billing challenges that are very different from other medical specialties. Complex documentation requirements, evolving payer guidelines, and the nuances of time-based coding can make managing the revenue cycle a daunting task for outpatient mental health providers. That’s where specialized behavioral & mental health billing services come in.

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Automated Insulin Delivery: Tandem Diabetes Unveils Control-IQ+ Enhancements

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Tandem Diabetes Care , a leader in insulin delivery and diabetes technology announced the U.S. commercial launch of Control-IQ+ technology. – This update provides users with greater flexibility and control over their diabetes management. The expanded parameters and enhanced features of Control-IQ+ are designed to address a broader range of individual needs, making automated insulin delivery more accessible and effective.

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Fundamentals of Assisting with Self-Administration of Medicine Training

American Medical Compliance

The Fundamentals of Assisting with Self-Administration of Medicine Training equips healthcare providers with essential knowledge and skills to support patients in safely managing their medications. Participants will learn about different medication forms, how to assess a patients ability to self-administer, and how to develop personalized assistance plans.

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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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FarmboxRx Launches Drivers Health Platform to Tackle Social Determinants of Health

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – FarmboxRx , a pioneer in utilizing fresh produce as a covered health intervention, has unveiled Drivers Health (DH) , a comprehensive social needs solutions platform. – The platform is designed to address the multifaceted social needs of healthcare members, providing a tailored, omnichannel experience that enhances benefit engagement and overall well-being.

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Supporting Grief in Healthcare Training

American Medical Compliance

The Supporting Grief in Healthcare Training teaches healthcare providers to recognize and respond to grief with empathy and support. Providers learn to identify verbal and non-verbal signs of grief, use effective communication techniques, and offer both emotional and practical assistance. Understanding grief helps providers support patients, families, and colleagues during difficult times, improving compassionate care and fostering a supportive healthcare environment.

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brain.space Secures $11M to Pioneer Generative AI Mental Modeling

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – brain.space , the innovator behind the first-ever Brain-Data-as-a-Service Ecosystem for Generative AI Mental Modeling secures $11M in Series A funding round led by Toyota Ventures. – The round also included with strong participation from Mangrove Capital Partners , The Group Ventures and a $3.5M non-dilutive grant from the Israel Innovation Authority , will propel the company’s mission to transform how we understand and predict human behavior.

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Health IT Hires, Appointments, and Who’s Hiring

HealthIT Answers

Latest announcements made from companies and organizations on hiring include symplr, ReferWell, Hallmark, The Alliance for Smart Healthcare, May Health Inovalon, Point-on-Care Partners, Amwell, CereCore, and Mediquant. The post Health IT Hires, Appointments, and Whos Hiring appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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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FemTech: Evvy Launches Fertility Insights to Increase Chances of Conception

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Evvy , a pioneering company dedicated to closing the gender health gap through vaginal microbiome biomarkers, has introduced revolutionary Fertility Insights within its flagship Vaginal Microbiome Test. – As the first and only validated, at-home, mNGS (metagenomic next-generation sequencing) vaginal microbiome test, Evvy is now expanding its capabilities to provide science-backed insights into fertility.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Canopy is launching a multi-year partnership with Texas Oncology, one of the countrys largest community-based cancer care providers. | Canopy supports care teams by leveraging remote monitoring and AI to capture the symptoms that patients may experience between visits.

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Artisight, NVIDIA, and KARL STORZ Transform “Smart ORs” with AI-driven Automation

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Artisight, Inc., a pioneer in AI-powered Smart Hospital Platforms, is expanding its collaborative efforts with KARL STORZ , a global leader in Operating Room (OR) integration, and NVIDIA to usher in the next generation of AI-driven solutions for smart operating rooms. – The partnership aims to enhance surgical insights, automate processes, and boost perioperative efficiency.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

After previously asking the court for time to review the case, a Monday filing saw the new administration carry the baton in a fight against drugmakers' controversial push for after-the-fact rebates rather than upfront discounts.

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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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Culina Health Appoints Jane Mentz as First Chief Operating Officer

HIT Consultant

Jane Mentz, COO at Culina Health What You Should Know: – Culina Health , a digital platform dedicated to making clinical nutrition care accessible to all, has announced the appointment of Jane Mentz as its Chief Operating Officer. – Mentz, the first C-suite addition since Culina Health’s inception, will be instrumental in driving the company’s ambitious expansion plans.

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Business Acumen in Healthcare Training

American Medical Compliance

Business Acumen in Healthcare Training is designed to equip healthcare providers (HCPs) with essential financial literacy skills to make informed and responsible financial decisions. This course covers fundamental financial concepts, including budgeting, saving, investing, and risk management, helping participants improve financial stability and reduce financial stress.

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Adonis and Instacart Partner to Streamline Billing for Nutrition Programs

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Adonis , a prominent revenue cycle technology partner, announced a strategic partnership with Instacart , North America’s leading grocery technology company. – The partnership addresses a crucial aspect of expanding access to healthy foods: efficient billing for nutrition support programs. Instacart Health offers various nutrition-focused initiatives to health plan members, and with this collaboration, Instacart will leverage Adonis’s advanced reve

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

2024 was the year for ambient artificial intelligence medical scribes. | It built an open-source AI-enabled clinical copilot for clinicians, called Hyperscribe, and developed it with the Canvas software development kit.

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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.