Mon.Jan 27, 2025

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How MetroHealth broke free of its imaging data silos

Healthcare It News

In a complex, multimodal imaging environment, with radiology and other images and reports scattered across any number of PACS systems and electronic health records, clinical and technology leaders at Cleveland-based MetroHealth had one "guiding North Star," says Dr. David Kaelber, the health system's chief health informatics officer and VP of patient engagement technologies.

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UnitedHealth hikes number of Change cyberattack breach victims to 190 million

Healthcare Dive

The new estimate nearly doubles the company’s previous report of 100 million affected individuals, already the largest healthcare data breach ever reported to federal regulators.

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De-escalation Strategies in Healthcare: A Comprehensive Approach to Ensuring Safety and Support

HIT Consultant

Andrea Greco, SVP of Healthcare Safety, CENTEGIX Jennifer Schmitz, MSN, EMT-P, CEN, CPEN, FNP-C, NE-BC, VP of Client Engagement, Engage, powered by the ENA De-escalation is a critical skill in healthcare, particularly in environments where emotions run high, and patients and their families may be under significant stress. Effective de-escalation requires not only the ability to manage conflict but also an understanding of human emotions, empathy, and a well-practiced response to high-tension sit

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The enterprise AI crossroads: Why your next move matters

Healthcare Dive

Research shows leading healthcare providers combine multiple types of AI to transform patient care. Is this best? See the research results.

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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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Telepsychiatry practice uses AI to reduce time to complete session notes by 23%

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Clinical documentation requirements can be copious and time-consuming. While concurrent documentation is taught and encouraged, it is a skill that takes time to master – and even when done well can cause a clinician to feel or appear distracted during a patient visit. THE CHALLENGE Trying to actively listen and provide quality care while having to focus on recording accurate and complete details of a conversation in a note can be challenging even for an experienced therapist.

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Precision Medicine 2.0: How AI-Driven Insights Are Changing Healthcare for the Better

HIT Consultant

Ganesh Nathella, SVP and General Manager – Healthcare and Life Sciences (HCLS) at Persistent Systems A patient arrives at a clinic with constant chest pain. In a conventional approach, a doctor would likely conduct a range of standard tests, prescribe medication, and suggest lifestyle modifications, striving for an optimal result. Now, envision a scenario where an AI system seamlessly analyzes the patients genetic profile, medical records, and wearable device data in real time to identify

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Surgical tech company Elucent Medical secures $30M

Mobi Health News

The company will use the funds to scale operations and accelerate its innovation and commercialization initiatives.

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Scotland’s ‘Digital Front Door’ to launch this year, says first minister

Digital Health News

John Swinney, first minister for Scotland, has pledged that the countrys Digital Front Door platform will launch by the end of 2025.

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Allara Health garners $26M for women's health platform

Mobi Health News

The company will use the funds to expand access to its hormonal healthcare platform across the U.S.

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Why Healthcare Leaders are Turning to QR Solutions

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Sharat Potharaju, Co-Founder and CEO at Uniqode Healthcare organizations face two pressing challenges. The first is security: Ransomware attacks hit 67% of healthcare organizations in 2023, with the average payment reaching $4.4 million. The second is efficiency: physicians spend 4.5 hours daily navigating electronic records and multiple login systems instead of focusing on patient care.

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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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Passing the Baton

HealthIT Answers

By Micky Tripathi - At 12:00 noon on January 20, 2021, I became the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology of the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). At 12:00 noon on January 20, 2025, I will leave my role as the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy and National Coordinator for Health Information Technology of HHS.

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CIO Podcast – Episode 89: Healthcare IT Data with John Lee

Healthcare IT Today

For the 89th episode of the CIO podcast hosted by Healthcare IT Today, we are joined by John Lee, MD, FAAEM, FAMIA, FHIMSS, Founder at HIT Peak Advisors and Former CMIO to talk about healthcare IT data! We kick this episode off by discussing how the consumer has evolved in healthcare and its impact on the IT and services we need. Next, we evaluate the data in healthcare to determine three things how good it is, where we are at with it, and what will happen if we don’t improve it.

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Change Healthcare ups data breach estimate to 190 million people

Becker's Health IT

Change Healthcare has increased its estimate of the number of people whose personal and health data was breached in a 2024 ransomware attack to 190 million.

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Sirona Medical Secures $42M in Series C Financing to Enhance Customer Success With Its Cloud-Native Unify Platform

Healthcare IT Today

The Investment, Led by Avidity Partners, will Enable the Company to Scale Rapidly and Ensure Customer Success Amid Tremendous Growth Sirona Medical , a pioneer in cloud-native radiology workflow software, announces $42 million in Series C financing, inclusive of equity and converted debt. Avidity Partners, a participant in the previously announced Series B financing, led this round with additional participation from other existing investors, including 8VC and GreatPoint Ventures.

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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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Digital staff vacancies at Wirral ‘impacted significantly’ on capacity

Digital Health News

Digital healthcare staff vacancies were at 12.5% and impacted significantly on operational capacity at Wirral Uni Teaching Hospital NHS FT.

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Sonio Launches AI-Powered Voice Recognition for Ultrasound Reporting

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Sonio , a global provider of AI-driven medical technology innovation announced the launch of Sonio Voice, a cutting-edge voice recognition solution designed to revolutionize ultrasound reporting in obstetrics and gynecology (OB-GYN) practices. – The AI tool seamlessly integrates with Sonio’s flagship ultrasound reporting platform, leveraging advanced AI to transcribe, analyze, and input ultrasound data in real-time.

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Pitchfest finalist Surgery Hero acquired by Sword Health

Digital Health News

Digital Health Pitchfest competition finalist Surgery Hero has been bought by global AI care company Sword Health.

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The Sequoia Project Publishes State of Consent Capabilities

HealthIT Answers

This whitepaper explains the importance of managing privacy and consent when sharing personal health information, scans the current landscape of challenges facing those entrusted with personal health information, enumerates existing solutions, and explores the strengths and deficiencies of these approaches. The post The Sequoia Project Publishes State of Consent Capabilities appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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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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LinkedIn cofounder launches Manas AI with $24.6M for AI drug discovery

Mobi Health News

The company, in partnership with Microsoft, aims to initially develop cancer medicines, followed by treatments for autoimmune diseases and rare conditions.

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Allara Health Raises $26M to Expand Virtual Care for Women with Chronic Hormonal Conditions

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Allara Health , a virtual care platform addressing the unique needs of women with chronic hormonal conditions secures $26M in a Series B funding round led by Index Ventures , with participation from existing investor GV (Google Ventures). – The latest funding brings Allara’s total raised to $38.5M and will fuel the company’s mission to provide accessible, comprehensive care for women across the United States.

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The Intersection of Interoperability, Identity, and Cybersecurity

HealthIT Answers

By Kathryn Ayers Wickenhauser - A new year means a fresh start and a natural opportunity to look at whats ahead. We are particularly excited for the DirectTrust Annual Conference scheduled for August 4-7 in St. Louis. The post The Intersection of Interoperability, Identity, and Cybersecurity appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

The "broad framework" outlined by the partners would address healthcare issues in the state, such as high costs and workforce shortages, with $1 billion of new investments over the next half decade.

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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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Leidos, CareDx Partner to Modernize the U.S. Organ Transplant System

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Leidos announced a collaboration with CareDx The Transplant Company (Nasdaq: CDNA) to drive a major modernization of the U.S. Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN). – The initiative seeks to transform the organ transplantation process, making it more transparent, inclusive, and effective for patients across the nation.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

The nonprofit logged a 1.7% operating margin for 2024, well below the target 2.7%. In response, the system sought "efficiencies in how we manage our organization" that include a 3% cut to administrative management.

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Mount Sinai Performs NYC’s First Enlarged Prostate Procedure with HYDROS™ Robotic System

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The Mount Sinai Hospital has achieved a significant milestone in men’s health by performing New York City’s first procedures using the HYDROS Robotic System. – The technology offers a minimally invasive treatment option for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate. Impact of BPH BPH is a prevalent condition affecting millions of men, particularly those over 60.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. Please submit the good newsor the badfrom your shop, and we will feature it here at the end of each week.

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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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What is SOC 2 Compliance? A Guide for Healthcare Vendors

Compliancy Group

With the constant threats of data breaches and cyber attacks, Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 audits represent one of the many realities of healthcare. Hospitals and patients who rely on your companys products or services want to know that their protected health information (PHI) is safe. To this end, a SOC 2 report can go far in communicating your assurances of cybersecurity and patient safety.

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HIPAA and AI: Navigating Compliance in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

HIPAA Vault

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare has been nothing short of revolutionary. From AI-driven diagnostic tools to predictive analytics for patient care, these innovations promise to improve outcomes and reduce costs. However, integrating AI into healthcare also presents significant challenges, particularly when it comes to compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability.

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Patient Portal Software Development Changes How Patients Receive Healthcare

HIT Consultant

Image by DC Studio on Freepik Healthcare now needs modern technology for good practice. Today’s healthcare transformation includes patient portals, which help patients and healthcare operations run better. Patient portal technology lets patients view and use medical data plus messaging tools to make personal healthcare easier. Healthcare companies must invest in patient portal development because it gives them an essential business edge in today’s world.

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How to Conduct a HIPAA Risk Analysis for Small Healthcare Practices

HIPAA Vault

In the ever-evolving world of healthcare, small practices play a crucial role in delivering personalized care. However, as these organizations embrace digital transformation including electronic health records (EHRs), telemedicine, and cloud-hosted solutions they face increased risks to sensitive patient data. Conducting a thorough HIPAA risk analysis is essential to protecting this data and.

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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?