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Zoom announces new integration with Cerner EHR

Healthcare It News

Zoom announced this week that it had launched an integration option with Cerner's electronic health record platform. The initiative, which is currently available to beta customers , is aimed at facilitating easier access to telehealth from within Cerner's EHR. "With virtual care here to stay, providers must focus on delivering a seamless experience for telehealth visits – one that’s easy, intuitive, and frictionless for patients, and secure, trusted and simple from a cli

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City of Hope advances cancer care with hybrid telehealth and in-person visits

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

City of Hope, based near Los Angeles, is a research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. In 2018, it made strategic moves to more easily meet the needs of its patients and communities by investing in telehealth. Part of that strategic direction was working with technology companies to ensure that City of Hope leveraged telehealth in a high-quality, patient-centric way while easing the burden of travel times for patients undergoing treatment.

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Telemedicine Should Be A Permanent Way of Administering Healthcare, Experts Say

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Telemedicine – the practice of providing consultations and medical assistance to patients through video calls – should be a lasting way of administering health care, according to the American Medical Association, particularly for patients with […].

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Hack targets Planned Parenthood, exposing personal information of 400K patients

Fierce Healthcare

Hack targets Planned Parenthood, exposing personal information of 400K patients. rtorrence. Fri, 12/03/2021 - 10:13.

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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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Roundup: Sheba Medical Center launches remote monitoring program, ORCHA creates digital health academy and more

Healthcare It News

Sheba Medical Center launches remote monitoring program for children. Israel’s Sheba Medical Center and the Heart Institute at Safra Children's Hospital have partnered to launch a programme for children with complex heart defects. The program will use remote monitoring technology provided by Datos Health , a member of Sheba’s Accelerate, Redesign, Collaborate (ARC) telemedicine hub.

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The Role of Locum Tenens In Healthcare

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Scott Beck, CEO, CHG Healthcare. Thousands of physicians leave their homes every day and travel across the country to fill both short- and long-term needs. Called locum tenens, this group of traveling, temporary physicians […]. The article The Role of Locum Tenens In Healthcare appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Google may release its own smartwatch next year

Mobi Health News

The tech giant is planning its own smartwatch with health- and fitness-tracking tools that will live outside the Fitbit brand, according to reporting by Insider.

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Digital health apps in Germany - An update on the DiGA journey

Healthcare It News

Digital therapeutics, or Digital Health Applications (DiGA), are apps for the detection, monitoring, treatment, or alleviation of medical conditions. The DiGA initiative is part of the 2019 Digital Healthcare Act (DVG) that sets the legal framework for doctors to prescribe DiGAs to the 73 million citizens insured with a statutory health insurer that reimburses their use, and has been recognised as a pioneering approach globally.

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UC Davis Health launches Amazon-powered Cloud Innovation Center

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

University of California, Davis Health announced this week that it had launched a new Cloud Innovation Center. Powered by Amazon Web Services and billed as the first of its kind, the CIC will work toward enabling idea exchange among clinicians, patients, developers and students. It will also, said the health system, facilitate design and prototype tools aimed at furthering digital health equity.

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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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Could 2022 Be The Year Telehealth Breaks Out of Its Silo? 

Healthcare IT Today

While telehealth use has made tremendous gains since the emergence of COVID, the technology still sits largely on the sidelines. Telehealth visits are now widely available, but the providers offering these visits aren’t adding new capabilities or even integrating the technology into their overall workflow. In theory, telehealth consults could be enriched with health data […].

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CVS inks tech partnership with Microsoft to accelerate its 'digital-first' strategy

Fierce Healthcare

CVS inks tech partnership with Microsoft to accelerate its 'digital-first' strategy. hlandi. Thu, 12/02/2021 - 06:26.

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How data intelligence will drive precision healthcare in the NHS

Healthcare It News

As the NHS evolves, many trusts are developing into digitally mature systems, shifting away from the paper-dominated organisations they once were. With the implementation of electronic health records (EHRs), it has become possible to deliver deeper insights into patient illness status, often in real time. This, in turn, facilitates prediction and prevention of diseases; as well as development of patient-specific care pathways, enabling a move from a disease-oriented approach to care to a more pa

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HIMSSCast: Looking ahead to the future of telehealth – with Dr. Daniel Kraft

Mobi Health News

How will technology and culture will shape the landscape of care delivery going forward?

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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?

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A Title Fight Pits Physician Assistants Against Doctors

Kaiser Health News

After 23 years as a physician assistant, Leslie Clayton remains rankled by one facet of her vocation: its title. Specifically, the word “assistant.” Patients have asked if she’s heading to medical school or in the middle of it. The term confounded even her family, she said: It took years for her parents to understand she did more than take blood pressure and perform similar basic tasks. “There is an assumption that there has to be some sort of direct, hands-on oversight f

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Out-of-pocket costs may play larger role in telehealth visits than in-person care: survey

Fierce Healthcare

Out-of-pocket costs may play larger role in telehealth visits than in-person care: survey. rtorrence. Fri, 12/03/2021 - 16:07.

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Improving patient experience through remote monitoring

Healthcare It News

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Survey: Patients willing to use telehealth, but prefer in-person care

Mobi Health News

The survey found 66.5% of respondents were interested in at least some video appointments in the future, but 53% preferred an in-person visit.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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Discrimination in Healthcare – #HITsm Chat Topic

Healthcare IT Today

We’re excited to share the topic and questions for this week’s #HITsm chat happening Friday, 12/3 at Noon ET (9 AM PT). This week’s chat will be hosted by Rachel Miller (@ray_hmiller) from @HealthcareScene on the topic “Discrimination in Healthcare.” Navigating the world of healthcare can be a tricky task, especially with the wide range of biases […].

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Business Group: 6 health and wellness trends to watch in 2022

Fierce Healthcare

Business Group: 6 health and wellness trends to watch in 2022. pminemyer. Mon, 11/29/2021 - 12:17.

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Stroke patients could get care more quickly via digital health

Healthcare It News

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Mental health app ThoughtFull, Pfizer to expand access to biopsychosocial care in Singapore

Mobi Health News

ThoughtFull is giving free three-month access to counsellor or psychologist support via its mobile app.

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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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Value-Based Models Are Ready For Adoption

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By David B. Snow, Jr., chairman and CEO, Cedar Gate Technologies. If you are reading this, you already know that the fee-for-service model conflicts with the delivery of quality healthcare and the ongoing optimal management […]. The article Value-Based Models Are Ready For Adoption appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Carbon Health launches new program with continuous glucose monitors to assess diabetes risk

Fierce Healthcare

Carbon Health launches new program with continuous glucose monitors to assess diabetes risk. rtorrence. Wed, 12/01/2021 - 17:47.

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How Essen Health Care used an AI virtual care assistant to make thousands of patient calls in just days

Healthcare It News

The New York State Health Home program is designed for the neediest Medicaid patients and aims to reduce overall healthcare costs by decreasing inpatient costs (and utilization) by addressing social determinants of health such as housing, transportation and food. THE PROBLEM. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a major SDOH crisis in New York, resulting in an increased demand for Health Home care-coordination services – not only for current patients but for a new pool of patients who need the

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PrecisionOS receives FDA 510(k) approval for VR surgical planning tool

Mobi Health News

The InVisionOS officially received the clearance earlier this month and will be available in early 2022.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.