Healthcare Dive
JULY 12, 2024
The findings are a “big deal,” according to one expert, as CVS’ health insurer didn’t follow some “major requirements that are essential to ensuring that the IDR process runs smoothly.
Healthcare It News
JULY 12, 2024
Virtual reality is particularly beneficial for teaching social and life skills, says Floreo CEO Vijay Ravindran, who explains and how investment in extended-reality digital therapeutics is evolving.
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Healthcare Dive
JULY 12, 2024
The Department of Justice investigation follows a multi-year international probe into Steward's deal to improve three hospitals in Malta.
Healthcare It News
JULY 12, 2024
Steven Osborne, Medweb's director of federal business, discusses the company's new teledermatology app, which compresses the highest-resolution images a patient's phone can take without compromising data quality for a doctor's review.
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!
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JULY 12, 2024
Patients in high-deductible health plans are less likely to seek telemental health visits when required to pay out-of-pocket, according to an Included Health and Harvard Medical School study published in JAMA Network Open. The cohort study included patients from all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
Bill of Health
JULY 12, 2024
By Jorge L. Contreras On July 2, 2024, the High Court of the United Kingdom issued a decision in Moderna’s mRNA vaccine patent litigation against Pfizer and BioNTech. As I previously discussed in October of 2020, Moderna pledged not to enforce its patents against makers of COVID-19 vaccines during the pandemic. Then, in 2022, Moderna sued competing vaccine makers Pfizer and BioNTech.
Health Care Compliance Brief brings together the best content for health law & compliance professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 12, 2024
It is a tough time to be in healthcare right now for a multitude of reasons, but the one that we are going to focus on today is the budgets that continue to be tight. There are so many new and exciting ideas happening in healthcare that could be a huge help to your organization – if you can only find the budget to support implementing and sustaining those ideas.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 12, 2024
Colorado stands out among the 10 states that have disenrolled the highest share of Medicaid beneficiaries since the U.S. | Colorado stands out among the 10 states that have disenrolled the highest share of Medicaid beneficiaries since the U.S. government lifted a pandemic-era restriction on removing people from the health insurance program.
Digital Health News
JULY 12, 2024
This contracts and go lives roundup includes University Hospitals of Derby and Burton rolling out the BadgerNet EPR for maternity services.
Mobi Health News
JULY 12, 2024
If investment patterns in the first half of 2024 persist, this year could exceed year-end totals seen in 2019 and 2023, according to Rock Health's H1 2024 digital health funding report.
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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.
Digital Health News
JULY 12, 2024
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals aims to offer robotic-assisted surgery to more prostate cancer patients with its newly installed da Vinci Xi system.
Mobi Health News
JULY 12, 2024
The proposed 2025 physician fee schedule from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services includes payment and coding for digital health tools for behavioral health.
Digital Health News
JULY 12, 2024
A waiting list validation system launched at Torbay and South Devon will confirm if patients still need their appointments.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 12, 2024
Initially meant to protect patients from unnecessary procedures, prior authorizations have shifted towards being a cost containment strategy for health payers. | Regulations and policies are moving the industry in the right direction, but there is still room for improvement in key areas where regulations don't go far enough.
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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.
Becker's Health IT
JULY 12, 2024
"Staten Island University Hospital reports data breach during Medibase's security incident. Patients' personal information may have been compromised.
HIT Consultant
JULY 12, 2024
What You Should Know: – mpathic , the leader in AI-powered actionable conversation analytics specializing in healthcare, life sciences, and client services was recently awarded an NIH SBIR grant to address racial bias in mental healthcare AI. – The prestigious grant will support the development of a groundbreaking project titled “ Empathy for Everyone: Generative AI that Improves Patient-Provider Cultural Attunement in Real Time. ” mpathic wants all mental health provider
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 12, 2024
The following is a guest article by Jake Madders, Co-Founder and Director at Hyve Managed Hosting Cloud technology is at the forefront of digital transformation strategies for the healthcare industry. Indeed, 81% of healthcare executives stated that they use it in most or all of their operations. And while the shift to the cloud promises to enhance patient care, streamline workflows, and improve safety, it also introduces new security challenges.
Compliancy Group
JULY 12, 2024
In June 2024 the OCR Breach Portal listed 46 incidents affecting 3,825,082 patients. The most affected group was healthcare providers, reporting 33 incidents affecting 3.5 million patients. This was followed by business associates who reported 6 incidents, affecting 273,373 million patients. Health plans also reported 7 incidents, affecting 25,905 patients.
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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.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 12, 2024
Financing Package will Support Expansion for the Rapidly-Growing Software and Consulting Company D2 Solutions , whose software solutions and consulting expertise help healthcare providers deliver better experiences across the prescription journey, acquired a seven-figure growth funding package from Decathlon Capital Partners to support its growth initiatives.
HealthIT Answers
JULY 12, 2024
What do managed care organizations (MCOs) need to consider to successfully comply with the various requirements and achieve the goals the CMS final rule sets out to accomplish? This week’s Friday at Five, courtesy of Sellers Dorsey, provides five critical considerations for MCOs. The post Friday at Five – 5 Key Provisions of the CMS Medicaid Managed Care Final Rule appeared first on Health IT Answers.
Fierce Healthcare
JULY 12, 2024
Darrow AI, a platform that helps firms spot irregularities in legal cases, says its engine can help employers pinpoint the most extreme ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974) viola | Darrow is using its proprietary AI algorithms to find ERISA violations for employers they may not know exist.
Becker's Health IT
JULY 12, 2024
A former employee of Nuance Communications who was responsible for breaching the records of more than 1.2 million patients at Danville, Pa.-based Geisinger has had their trial pushed back, The Daily Item reported July 12.
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.
Total Medical Compliance Resources
JULY 12, 2024
Infection prevention and control is the field dedicated to preventing healthcare-associated infections. The World Health Organization defines infection prevention and control as a “practical, evidence -based approach to prevent patients and healthcare workers from becoming infected by avoidable infections.” Similarly, the Centers for Disease Control defines it as the measures taken to “prevent or stop the spread of infections in healthcare settings.
Dot Compliance
JULY 12, 2024
Implementing an electronic quality management system (eQMS) is crucial for organizations in the pharmaceutical industry. These systems are designed to help pharma companies comply with regulatory requirements and standards such as 21 CFR Part 11, ISO 14971 as well as guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies like the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and European Medicines Agency (EMA).
HIT Consultant
JULY 12, 2024
What You Should Know: – Philips IntelliSite Pathology 5.1 has received 510(k) clearance from the FDA, solidifying its position as the most widely deployed digital pathology solution for primary diagnosis globally. – With over 300 pathology labs already implementing Philips’ solution, and over 20 labs achieving complete digital workflows, the success of this technology is evident.
MedTrainer
JULY 12, 2024
The Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) designation is one of the most recognized and prestigious healthcare compliance certifications, and for good reason. Unlike other compliance certifications, the CHC designation demonstrates a professional’s expertise in understanding and applying healthcare compliance laws, regulations, and best practices.
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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.
HIT Consultant
JULY 12, 2024
What You Should Know: – CRISP Shared Services (CSS) , a leading non-profit focused on public health data exchange technology, has been selected as an Implementation Center awardee under the newly launched $255M National Implementation Center Program. – The program, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) through the Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG), positions CSS as a key player in modernizing data exchange and integrating health data into the public h
Hanys
JULY 12, 2024
Key components of the Medicare home health PPS proposed rule July 16 Best practices in action: Comprehensive dementia care July 18 Fiscal policy update call July 18 Navigating non-emergency medical transport July 23 Standing membership call on state and federal issues July 23 The fundamentals of healthcare strategic planning July 24 A brave new world?
Hanys
JULY 12, 2024
This week's update includes the adoption of educational requirements for certified emergency medical service providers. Stay up to date with HANYS' regulatory chart.
Hanys
JULY 12, 2024
Providing your board members with a visit or “walk-in-the-shoes” experience in the hospital they govern can make a big difference. Read the July edition of Trends to learn the benefits of rounding and how to maximize its effectiveness.
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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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