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Women are less likely to use video for telehealth care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

A wide-ranging study published this past week in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that older people, women, Black and Latinx individuals, and patients with lower household incomes were less likely to use video for telemedicine care during the early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. The cohort study, which researchers called "the first large-scale study to characterize inequitable access to telemedical care," relied on data from nearly 150,000 unique patients who sche

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Trends To Look For In 2021

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. When the COVID-19 pandemic first began affecting the United States, the entire healthcare industry moved swiftly to leverage existing technology and practices to meet the intensive demands of the global health crisis. Amid this incredibly […]. The article Trends To Look For In 2021 appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Cedar Gate Technologies Acquires Enli Health Intelligence

Healthcare IT Today

Cedar Gate Technologies (Cedar Gate), a leading value-based care performance management company, today announced its acquisition of Enli Health Intelligence (Enli), a market leader in population health management technology solutions. Enli, consistently rated Best in KLAS for population health management, expands Cedar Gate’s enterprise value-based care platform with population, cohort, and patient management technologies, including […].

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Mercom: Telemedicine investments led 2020's $14.8B in digital health fundraising

Mobi Health News

While equity investments in telemedicine rose 139% to $4.3 billion, other areas like data analytics and mobile health apps also earned strong support from investors.

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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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Rural Watauga Medical uses telehealth to care for twice the typical number of patients

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Part of Appalachian Regional Healthcare System, Wautaga Medical Center in rural Boone, North Carolina, already was busy before COVID-19 hit, and leadership knew their current hospitalist staff could not handle the onslaught of patients coming through during the pandemic. THE PROBLEM. The medical center was looking for a solution that would help provide staffing for the 12-hour day shift.

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Most Read Healthcare IT Today Articles in 2020

Healthcare IT Today

One of my favorite things to do as we move on to a new year is to look back at the past year. Needless to say, 2020 has been a crazy year that will never be forgotten here at Healthcare IT Today. While everyone shifted gears, we took the ambitious effort to do 100 Interviews […].

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Contributed: Virtual-first care is here to stay, but can it fix healthcare?

Mobi Health News

Former Propeller Health COO and CCO Chris Hogg discusses the recent embrace of virtual care technologies and how overcoming geographic limitations could lead to a shakeup among incumbent organizations resistant to change.

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Patient engagement tools can speed, streamline COVID-19 vaccine rollout

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

As the slower-than-expected COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues around the United States, experts have noted the importance of the "last mile" – getting dosages into the arms of patients. Some industry leaders say that although the logistics are certainly important, using existing patient engagement technology to complement vaccination outreach could be key to ensuring that every American who needs protection from COVID-19 can get it.

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Receiving IV Therapy and Antibiotics In A Nursing Facility

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Receiving IV therapy is one of the reasons many seniors and adults take advantage of nursing homes such as Fairview Rehab and Nursing Home in Queens NY. IV or intravenous therapy has many applications for […]. The article Receiving IV Therapy and Antibiotics In A Nursing Facility appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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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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2021 Health IT Predictions – #HITsm Chat Topic

Healthcare IT Today

We’re excited to share the topic and questions for this week’s #HITsm chat happening Friday, 1/8 at Noon ET (9 AM PT). This week’s chat will be hosted by John Lynn (@techguy) from @hcittoday on the topic “2021 Health IT Predictions“ Happy New Year Everyone! Hard to believe that 2021 has arrived, but here we are […].

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Liva Healthcare raises €24.5M in Series B round

Mobi Health News

The funds will be used to drive European leadership in digital chronic disease prevention and management.

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At UPMC, Android-enabled telehealth keeps child transplant patients safe

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh was the nation's first center to perform organ transplantation in children. It has performed more solid organ transplants in children than any U.S. center. With a focus on both outstanding short-term and long-term outcomes, the follow-up of these children typically extends from the immediate period (0-3 months) to long-term follow-up (3 months-20 years post-transplant).

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How Much Does A Psychiatrist Cost?

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. The goal of therapy is to relieve or heal disorders, mental illness or rehabilitate individuals and help them function better socially. Therapy comes in many different types, based on the intended goal. The treatment cost […]. The article How Much Does A Psychiatrist Cost?

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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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“The virus is the boss” — U.S. lives and livelihoods at the beginning of 2021

Health Populi

“The virus is the boss,” Austan Goolsbee, former Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers under President Obama, told Stephanie Ruhle this morning on MSNBC. Goolsbee and Jason Furman, former Chair of Obama’s Council of Economic Advisers, tag-teamed the U.S. economic outlook following today’s news that the U.S. economy lost 140,000 jobs — the greatest job loss since April 2020 in the second month of the pandemic.

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Bahrain first country to allow vaccine appointment via mobile app

Mobi Health News

All citizens and residents of the Gulf nation are able to schedule their free vaccination via BeAware, which was launched at the beginning of the pandemic as the country’s COVID-19 contact tracing offering.

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'Sleeping giant' of telehealth awoke in 2020, and here's who rose to the challenge

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

It's no secret, at this point, that telehealth rates exploded in response to the COVID-19 crisis. But a KLAS report published this week found that, while some telehealth technology vendors rose to the occasion, others have struggled to deliver. "No one could have predicted COVID-19, so it is no surprise that all vendors initially struggled to manage the rapid increase in telehealth adoption," said KLAS researchers.

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Healthcare Innovation, Catalyst For Change and Tips For The Year Ahead: Experts Weigh In

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. The COVID-19 pandemic has been the catalyst for accelerating many changes in the healthcare industry, hastening new innovations and putting a national spotlight on the need to improve care, vital health infrastructure, and transparency in […]. The article Healthcare Innovation, Catalyst For Change and Tips For The Year Ahead: Experts Weigh In appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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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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The Rise of the Stupid EHR

Healthcare IT Today

Back in the late 90s, I read an article in a trade magazine and the piece made such an impact on me that the ideas articulated have stayed with me to this day. The article, “The Rise of the Stupid Network,” was written by a man named David Isenberg who worked at AT&T Labs Research. […].

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Population health startup Color reaches unicorn status with new $167M raise

Mobi Health News

The company is using the new funds to hire more staff in leadership positions.

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A look back on 2020: reshaping the healthcare IT landscape

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Cloud Computing Network Infrastructure Population Health Telehealth Workforce The COVID-19 crisis has demanded innovative agility, relentlessly applied – proving again that information technology teams are crucial strategic partners for future goals. Mike Restuccia An unknown author commented that "if necessity is the mother of invention, desperation is its father.

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Ways Healthcare Will Evolve In 2021

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Paul Brient, chief product officer, athenahealth. To say that this has been a challenging year for healthcare providers would be a grave understatement. From the financial hardships that the state shutdowns brought, to the […]. The article Ways Healthcare Will Evolve In 2021 appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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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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Is the COVID Vaccine the Shot in the Arm We Need for Healthcare Access?

Healthcare IT Today

Meeting patients where they are has been a rallying cry for the past several years, but healthcare is still challenged by access challenges. The COVID vaccine might just be the shot in the arm we need to make meaningful progress towards improved healthcare access for all patients. I recently had the chance to sit down […].

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Best Buy Health VP talks what's next for senior tech in 2021

Mobi Health News

Sarah Jones, VP for commercial product at Best Buy Health, discusses what to expect in 2021 and why payment models need to evolve.

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Massachusetts governor signs law safeguarding telehealth coverage

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law a wide-ranging bill that includes expanding access to telehealth after the COVID-19 public health emergency abates. The legislation, which Baker signed on Friday, also includes provisions expanding the scope of practice for several types of clinicians; requiring providers to notify patients in advance about whether a procedure is in or out of network; increasing access to urgent care; and mandating insurance coverage for all COVID-19 related emerg

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The Year Ahead: Preparing For Widespread COVID-19 Vaccine Deployment

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Stefan Behrens, co-founder and CEO, GYANT. The past year presented a number of unprecedented challenges for hospitals and health systems. The COVID-19 pandemic placed significant strain on providers, causing a demand for care that […]. The article The Year Ahead: Preparing For Widespread COVID-19 Vaccine Deployment appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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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.