Healthcare Dive
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
Researchers suggested that policymakers encourage reinvestment of capital into patient care and limit share buybacks based on the findings.
Healthcare It News
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
Doctors are finding more time for patients each week at John Muir Health, according to its Epic electronic health record data. The EHR metrics also show a decrease in after-hours time spent entering clinical notes, Ambience, the health system's partner on artificial intelligence-driven clinical documentation and care coordination, said. Also this week we are highlighting a new partnership that aims to push the development of AI to achieve autonomous operations in command centers by starting
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HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
What You Should Know: – The healthcare industry continues to be the most heavily targeted sector, accounting for 41.2% of third-party breaches in 2024, according to new report from Black Kite. – Black Kites sixth annual Third Party Breach Report reveals a concerning trend in cybersecurity: the rise of “silent breaches.” These hidden vulnerabilities within interconnected ecosystems wreaked havoc across industries in 2024, with threat actors exploiting trusted vendor relati
MRO Compliance
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
Healthcare NOW Radio Podcast Network MRO Exchange: Building State coalitions with Sue Nathe and Lori Long S2E3: Host Adrienne Morrell moderated a discussion at the AHIMA Annual Conference between Sue Nathe and Lori Long. Listen in as these three government affairs experts discuss ways to build state coalitions and advocate for state issues.
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!
Digital Health News
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
Digital Health Networks have cautioned medical professionals about the risks of using generative AI to create clinical notes and records.
Healthcare It News
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
This is part two of a two-part special CDIO profile story. To read part one, click here. Building a digital ecosystem and crafting the technology elements of a health system's five-year strategic plan are no small feats. But Lisa S. Stump says she's up to the task. Stump is Mount Sinai Health System's newly minted chief digital information officer who also serves as dean for information technology at Mount Sinai's Icahn School of Medicine.
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Healthcare Dive
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
MGB said the layoffs are necessary to get ahead of an anticipated budget shortfall of $250 million over the next two years.
HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
What You Should Know: – Fabric , a leader in healthcare technology, is transforming care delivery with its Hybrid AI. By combining advanced conversational AI and physician-built clinical logic, Hybrid AI enables healthcare organizations to confidently adopt AI solutions that ensure seamless, safe, and effective patient experiences. –This technology powers Fabrics integrated platform, which includes an AI assistant, symptom checking, virtual care, care pathways, provider search, and s
Healthcare It News
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Digital health tools are all the rage. Hospitals and health systems are proving them to be useful in treating all kinds of ailments. Casey Bennett is at the forefront of digital health research. In his lab are bleeding-edge technologies all designed to help brain health. Bennett, who holds a doctorate in computer science, is an assistant professor and chair of the health informatics program in the department of computing and digital media at Chicago's DePaul University.
American Medical Compliance
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Patients who receive restorative nursing care are 32% less likely to be readmitted to the hospital than those receiving standard care, as reported in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. This is because the principles of restorative nursing go beyond basic medical careit actively engages patients in their recovery through mobility training, self-care support, and personalized rehabilitation.
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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.
MRO Compliance
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
NORRISTOWN, Pa. February 14, 2025 MRO Corp (MRO), the leading clinical data exchange company in healthcare, has achieved HITRUST CSF Certification for another two years for its Exchange Services platform, including Exchange Manager , Exchange Connector , Patient Central, and Requester Central. HITRUST CSF is a certifiable security and privacy framework which incorporates information protection requirements based on input from leading organizations worldwide.
Healthcare Dive
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
However, the healthcare giant beat Wall Street expectations in earnings and revenue in the fourth quarter, sending CVS stock soaring Wednesday.
HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Sujay Jadhav, Verana Health CEO In recent years, regulatory bodies, such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) have increasingly emphasized the use of real-world data (RWD) in clinical research and regulatory decisions, recognizing its potential to enhance drug development and improve patient outcomes. This shift includes a focus on sourcing RWD that adheres to strict regulatory standards for effective use in drug approvals and postmarket surveillance.
Healthcare IT Today
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Investments from Fidelity Management & Research Company and Dexcom Bring URA Valuation to $5.2 Billion URA , the company behind Oura Ring, the worlds leading smart ring, today announced the completion of a $200 million Series D funding round. Fidelity Management & Research Company and Dexcom, the global leader in glucose biosensing, participated in the round.
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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.
American Medical Compliance
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
image source: [link] Workplace harassment is a widespread issue, and healthcare is no exception. In healthcare settings, harassment not only impacts employees but also affects patient care and safety. A global survey by ILO-Lloyds Register Foundation-Gallup found that 17.9% of workers have experienced psychological harassment, 8.5% have faced physical harassment, and 6.3% reported experiencing sexual harassment, with women being particularly vulnerable.
Healthcare Dive
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
After decades of research, Vertex Pharmaceuticals now has an approved pain medication. Can one of the world’s most powerful biotechs contend with a healthcare system that’s long favored opioids?
Healthcare It News
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Sponsor: ServiceNow Primary topic: Patient Engagement Topic: Artificial Intelligence Patient Engagement Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Sponsor: ServiceNow Enterprise Taxonomy: AI Analytics Short Headline: Maximize your current technology investments with generative AI Region Tag: Global Edition Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed
HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
Matt Seefeld, Chief Commercial Officer, MedEvolve Mounting financial pressures for healthcare organizations mean sustainability hinges on reducing the cost to collect. Ongoing challenges associated with declining reimbursements, higher clinical and administrative costs and staffing shortages in the billing department leave providers without a lot of recourse for improving operational margin.
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.
Electronic Health Reporter
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. ByMeredith Kirchner, COO and chief client success officer, Curae. Emergency rooms and specialty care facilities, like infusion and burn centers, serve millions of patients annually in urgent, often life-saving situations. For many patients, however, these […] The article Expanding Access to Patient Financing for High-Cost Care Episodes appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.
Healthcare Dive
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Risant Health acquisitions accounted for about half of Kaiser’s net income in 2024.
Healthcare It News
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Sponsor: Cognizant Primary topic: Patient Engagement Topic: Patient Engagement Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Enterprise Taxonomy: Operations Business Short Headline: Unlocking healthcare transformation with Business Process as a Service (BPaaS) Region Tag: Global Edition Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed
Healthcare IT Today
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
The following is a guest article by David Cottingham, President at rf IDEAS Username and password authentication is a fixture in healthcare but one that continues to hinder operations and put patient privacy and care at risk. In just the first three months of 2024, there were over 116 data breaches in the healthcare industry, allowing cybercriminals to access private patient data, medications, clinical records, Social Security numbers, and more by employing tactics like phishing emails and mal
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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.
Jane Sarashon
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
Doctors’ use of and demand for augmented intelligence in medical practice is on the rise — with many factors that could bolster or risk adoption on the journey toward AI in the doctor’s office, based on the latest survey from the American Medical Association (AMA) published this week. The AMA polled U.S. physicians in November 2024 to gauge their views on augmented intelligence (AI) addressing doctors’ use of AI, perceived opportunities and risks, and enabling factors for
Healthcare Dive
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a prominent vaccine critic, was confirmed Thursday by the U.S. Senate in a 52-48 vote to serve as the nation’s top health official.
Dot Compliance
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
Batch manufacturing records (BMRs) are critical in pharmaceutical manufacturing. They provide a comprehensive and detailed account of each step involved in the production of a batch of medication, from the initial raw materials to the final product. The World Health Organization (WHO) has established guidelines for BMRs to ensure consistency, quality, and safety across the global pharmaceutical industry.
Healthcare IT Today
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
The following is a guest article by Richard Caralli , Senior Cybersecurity Advisor at Axio Cybersecurity regulations often emerge in response to major incidents. For instance, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) followed the Enron fraud, updates to FISMA came after the 2015 Office of Personnel Management (OPM) breach, and the Securities and Exchange Commissions cybersecurity disclosure provisions were implemented after breaches at Equifax and SolarWinds.
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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 News
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Sponsor: ServiceNow Primary topic: Patient Engagement Topic: Artificial Intelligence Patient Engagement Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Sponsor: ServiceNow Enterprise Taxonomy: AI Analytics Short Headline: Drive efficiencies and improve patient experiences with AI Region Tag: Global Edition Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed
Healthcare Dive
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
The massive insurer now expects to lose 550,000 Medicare Advantage members — roughly one-tenth of its individual MA footprint — this year as a result of plan cuts.
HealthIT Answers
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
By Jim Tate - Medicare has a long history of taking bold actions. In 2003 electronic claims submission was mandated. In 2011, CMS established the EHR Incentive Programs to promote the adoption and meaningful use of certified electronic health record technology. The post An Open Letter to Medicare on Interoperability appeared first on Health IT Answers.
Healthcare IT Today
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
The following is a guest article by Bhushan Jayeshkumar Patel, Senior Member at IEEE Technology is poised to significantly impact healthcare in the coming years. In fact, a recent study showed that 29% of technologists surveyed predicted that healthcare would be a top industry sector impacted by technology in 2025, according to The Impact of Technology in 2025 and Beyond: An IEEE Global Study.
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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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