Apple Watch Series 4 will have FDA-cleared ECG, fall detection
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
This is the first FDA clearance for Apple and pushes the Watch further into health than ever before.
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Health Il-Literacy Costs
Health Populi
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The complexity of the U.S. healthcare system erodes Americans’ health literacy, Accenture asserts in their report, The Hidden Cost of Healthcare System Complexity. And that complexity costs , Accenture calculated, to the tune of nearly $5 billion in administrative cost burden to payors. Accenture developed a healthcare system literacy index to quantify the relationship between peoples’ understanding of how health insurance works and what a lack of understanding can cost the system.
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Health Care Professionals: Fight Back Against Bad Online Reviews
The Health Law Firm
SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Defamatory attacks against health care professionals have become increasingly prevalent as more and more review sites join the world wide web. This allows patients to post virtually anything they want - good or bad - about a physician or any professional. With more physicians becoming employees of hospital systems or large healthcare institutions, adverse surveys, reports or reviews can affect advancem
Apple's ECG announcement was likely years in the making, but its timing was remarkable
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
The announcement has drawn questions about novelty and claims of coziness with the FDA.
Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI
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!
FDA roundup: The major device, app, and algorithm approvals of 2018 (so far)
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
A collection of 29 approvals and clearances by the US Food and Drug Administration include several novel products.
How the FDA is shaping healthcare innovation
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2018
In the last year the FDA has taken steps to evolve its process for regulating software as a medical device, personal genomics and clinical decision support technology.
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Nima's newest smartphone-connected device scans foods for peanut allergens
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SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
The follow-up to Nima's gluten sensor picked up peanut proteins with 99.2 percent accuracy in a third-party test.
Self-Care is Healthcare for Everyday People
Health Populi
SEPTEMBER 14, 2018
Patients are the new healthcare payors, and as such, taking on the role of health consumers. In fact, health and wellness consumers have existed since a person purchased the first toothpaste, aspirin, heating pad, and moisturizing cream at retail. Or consulted with their neighborhood herbalista, homeopathic practitioner, therapeutic masseuse, or skin aesthetician.
Remote heart monitoring, management device maker Endotronix lands $45 million
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SEPTEMBER 14, 2018
Endotronix lands $45 million to launch its Cordella Heart Failure System and further development of its Cordella Pulmonary Artery Sensory system.
Behavioral economics startup Wellth lands $5.1M
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
New York-based Wellth — a company that works with payers and risk-based providers to give patients finanical incentives for medication adherence — completes Series A financing.
HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends
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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.
Kvedar: With 'human element' theme, Connected Health Conference responds to AI fears, hype
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
CHC Program Chair Dr. Joseph Kvedar says the event will focus on technology coming in the next 18 to 24 months.
Poll: Is the FDA Pre-Cert program an effective way to regulate digital health products?
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
The agency has reinvented the process for clearing digital health products but reviews are mixed.
AliveCor's AI for noninvasive blood potassium screening snags Breakthrough Device designation from FDA
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
The KardiaK Software Platform could be used with mobile ECG devices to identify potential cases of kidney disease.
Hurricane-affected residents can opt into free telehealth services
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
Virtual telephone or video care will be available at no cost, with some offers lasting for several weeks.
Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers
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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.
Epic teams up with Nuance on voice assistant technology
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
Nuance, a voice AI company, has announced that its technology will be integrating with Epic's EHR apps.
InfoBionic gets $50M for MoMe Kardia connected cardiac monitor
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
Blue Cross Blue Shields of both Massachusetts and Kansas supported the round.
Study: Blood pressure telemonitoring yields short-term blood pressure reduction
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
A new JAMA Cardiology study revealed that while telemonitoring helps lower blood pressure in patients with uncontrolled hypertension, the results are not long lasting.
How Cleveland Clinic, UPMC and Rush executives foster a culture of innovation
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
William Morris, Rasu Shrestha and Shafiq Rab say to identify innovators, think purpose-built tech, embrace the unsexy, and protect your investments.
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.
Cigna to put $250M into healthcare innovation through new venture fund
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
The focus will be invest in early and growth stage startups working in insights and analytics, digital health and retail, and care delivery and management.
Stanford taps VivaLNK's new Vital Scout for stress study
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
The adhesive, wearable device monitors ECG, heart rate variability, respiration, and more.
Babylon will double its London team, target chronic disease with $100M investment
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2018
Dr. Ali Parsa, CEO and founder of Babylon, made the announcement at an event organized this week at Babylon's headquarters in London.
Pilot of Kiio’s digital back pain therapy reports improved outcomes among those who used it
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
Plan members who took to the platform reduced their medical expences and filled fewer prescriptions, while outcomes remained similar or become worse for those who did not engage.
The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings
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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.
Pharmacies Continue to Earn Consumer-Love
Health Populi
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
Among industries that consumers frequent, one continues to delight people more than most: pharmacies. J.D. Power’s 2018 ratings on U.S. pharmacies finds that consumers do indeed still love their pharmacies after ten years of rating customer satisfaction with brick-and-mortar and mail order channels. “U.S. consumers love their pharmacies,” J.D.
Instagram now surfaces substance misuse resources for relevant searches
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2018
Users who click through the popup will be provided with anonymous support hotlines, a treatment facility locator, peer support guidance, and other substance abuse education.
Masimo's respiration sensor receives FDA nod for neonatal, infant use
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
Masimo's acoustic respiration sensor, the RAS-45 for Rainbow Acoustic Monitoring, is clearedfor use among infants and neotal patients 10kg and under.
Prince William spearheads online toolkit to promote workplace mental health
Mobi Health News
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The launch of the new site offers employers and employees resources for dealing with mental health in the workplace.
Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data
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physIQ gets FDA nod for a-fib analytics system
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
AI company physIQ landed FDA clearence for its atrial fibrillation detection analytics software.
Welltok acquires Wellpass (formerly Voxiva) to build out Medicaid, government business
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Formerly Voxiva and Sense Health, Wellpass has a long history with text messaging for health.
MyVytalics, Helix team up for genomics sleep product
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
Consumer genomics company Helix has partnered with MyVytalics on a new app that gives users insights about how their genes play into their sleep patterns and health.
Former Brigham and Women's iHub employees talk innovation trends
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Former iHub employees talk consolidation, patient engagement, and transparency in digital health innovation.
3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings
Advertiser: Celo
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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