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AMA survey: Majority of physicians say telehealth enables more comprehensive quality care

Healthcare It News

A survey conducted by the American Medical Association found that the vast majority of physician respondents say they're currently using telehealth – and many of those reporting a decrease say they're providing a mix of virtual and in-person care. The survey, which was conducted online in late 2021, explored the variations in telehealth use among 2,232 physicians.

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Massive pandemic pivot to telehealth tallied in Fair Health report

Healthcare Dive

New data from the nonprofit reiterates the explosive growth in telemedicine in the first year of the pandemic when other medical sites scaled back services.

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Ethical Challenges Associated with the Protection of Pets in War

Bill of Health

(Photo: Sign at the central train station in Berlin (Berlin Hauptbahnhof) that offers free support for pet owners coming from Ukraine. Courtesy of Kristin Sandvik.). By Kristin Bergtora Sandvik. Introduction. The care for animals rapidly became a part of the humanitarian narrative of the attack on Ukraine. There are countless accounts of the efforts of activists, shelters and zoo staff to keep animals alive, as well as underground operations to get them to safety.

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With telehealth, Behavioral Nutrition sees many more patients

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Behavioral Nutrition is a holistic eating disorder outpatient clinic that treats adolescents and adults using behavioral therapy and nutritional counseling. The clinic has five locations spread out among Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Florida, New Jersey and Texas. THE PROBLEM. The provider organization had four main challenges: The clinical team was looking to provide convenient nutritional support to patients who needed help but were deterred from scheduling a session due to being located sever

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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!

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Magnolia Regional used price transparency IT to get more CHF patients to fill their prescriptions

Healthcare It News

Cost is a major determining factor for patients deciding whether to pick up prescriptions from the pharmacy. When medications are too expensive, patients may abandon them, regardless of how important they are to their health. THE PROBLEM. The impact of non-adherence is dire in terms of patient outcomes, with up to 125,000 avoidable deaths attributed to non-adherence every year, according to a New England Journal of Medicine study.

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Does telemedicine result in duplicative care? Depends on the patient, study suggests

Healthcare Dive

Whether or not telehealth visits result in duplicative care — a hot topic on the Hill as Congress debates future telemedicine regulation — could depend on if users have acute or chronic conditions, according to new research.

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How a single COVID-19 telehealth grant will help one provider for years to come

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

From the time Burrell Behavioral Health in Springfield, Missouri, received initial reports of the COVID-19 pandemic reaching the surrounding areas, clients and staff members became concerned about their physical health and wellbeing. THE PROBLEM. Out of fear of getting sick, many isolated themselves and did not leave their homes. Burrell team members wanted to be able to work remotely and reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19.

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Helping patients through chronic illnesses with video content

Healthcare It News

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Medicare Advantage plans denied some members needed care, OIG finds

Healthcare Dive

The report calls for improved oversight of MA and urges the CMS to update audit protocols and issue new guidance on medical necessity reviews performed by the plans.

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Monthly Round-Up of What to Read on Pharma Law and Policy

Bill of Health

By? Ameet Sarpatwari , Alexander Egilman , Aviva Wang, and ? Aaron S. Kesselheim. Each month, members of the Program On Regulation, Therapeutics, And Law (PORTAL) review the peer-reviewed medical literature to identify interesting empirical studies, policy analyses, and editorials on health law and policy issues. Below are the citations for papers identified from the month of March.

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HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends

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.

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Study of 40.7M adults finds telehealth comparable for chronic conditions

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

A study of 40.7 million commercially insured adults in the United States who sought care via telehealth found contrasting patterns of follow-up care between those with chronic conditions and those with acute clinical conditions. The research, which was published this week in JAMA Network Open , assessed outcomes of care two weeks after patients' initial ambulatory encounters.

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HHS Warns HPH Sector About Insider Threats in Healthcare

HIPAA Journal

Healthcare data breaches are occurring in record numbers, but not all privacy and security threats come from outside the organization. The Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center (HCC) has recently issued a warning about the threat from within. Insider Threats in Healthcare. Nation-state hacking groups, cybercriminal gangs, and lone hackers have long targeted the healthcare industry, but there is also a significant threat of data breaches due to i

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Thousands of Stanford nurses in California wage strike with no end date

Healthcare Dive

In the latest open-ended strike, nurse demands for new contracts focus heavily on recruitment and retention of staff amid nationwide labor shortages.

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Mobile app-based health studies hampered by low participant engagement, retention rates

Mobi Health News

In one large-scale study, mean engagement with the app lasted only 4.1 days.

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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers

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.

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Mobile app-based health studies hampered by low participant engagement, retention rates

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

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Follow the (Medical) Record: Elliott Noble-Holt and MediCopy

MRO Compliance

Follow the (Medical) Record: Elliott Noble-Holt and MediCopy. Host Don Hardwick interviews Elliott Noble-Holt, founder and CEO of MediCopy, now an MRO Company. Elliot talks about his journey to becoming an entrepreneur and founding MediCopy, as well as summarizing his new book, Bald Bearded Boss. HealthcareNOW Radio Podcast Network · Follow the (Medical) Record: Elliott Noble-Holt, founder and CEO of MediCopy.

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Bristol Myers wins FDA approval for first drug to treat inherited heart condition

Healthcare Dive

Bristol Myers paid $13 billion to acquire the drug's maker, MyoKardia, and expects it to become a blockbuster. But a tricky dosing regimen, as well as safety concerns, could challenge the pharmaceutical giant's lofty forecast.

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Psychedelic Policy on the Federal Level: Key Takeaways from a Petrie-Flom Center Panel

Bill of Health

By James R. Jolin. To navigate the myriad interests and stakes involved in creating federal psychedelic policy, the Petrie-Flom Center for Health Law Policy, Biotechnology, and Bioethics at Harvard Law School convened a virtual panel discussion with three leading psychedelic policy advocates. The conversation was situated against the backdrop of the “psychedelics renaissance” in the United States, which has been fueled by a wave of local and state legislation reducing or eliminating the criminal

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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.

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Looking ahead to ATA 2022

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

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Contributed: The opportunities and challenges for remote patient monitoring

Mobi Health News

Dr. Liz Kwo outlines the landscape of the RPM space.

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Employers are reevaluating health benefits amid tight labor market, survey finds

Healthcare Dive

Improving affordability, providing virtual care and boosting mental health offerings will be top priorities for U.S. employers over the next two years, according to a Willis Towers Watson report.

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Updated Breast Pump Coverage Guidelines Provide Important Protections for Families but More Guidance May Be Needed to Increase Access

Center for Health Insurance Reform

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends feeding infants breastmilk through their first year. One of the barriers to doing so is cost. The Affordable Care Act requires most health insurance plans to cover breastfeeding services and supplies without cost sharing, but gaps in access for enrollees have underscored the need for policy changes. CHIR expert and new mom Christine Monahan looks at new federal guidelines on the coverage of breastfeeding services and supplies going into effect next y

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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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Providence spins off DexCare, which orchestrates capacity and digital health demand

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Renton, Washington-based Providence knew healthcare was becoming more consumer-driven and believed that meant digital needed to play a role in how care was accessed and delivered. THE PROBLEM. But, like many health systems, Providence needed to dramatically evolve its digital capabilities to not just meet but exceed customers' expectations of accessing care where and when they needed it.

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American Dental Association and Tenet Healthcare Recovering from Cyberattacks

HIPAA Journal

The American Dental Association (ADA) suffered a cyberattack on Friday and has been forced to take many of its systems offline. The ADA website is currently available and explains that “The ADA is experiencing technical difficulties,” and that work is underway to get its systems running smoothly. While the website does not provide any further information on the cause of the technical difficulties, emails have been sent to ADA members advising them about the cyberattack.

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DOJ appeals surprise billing ruling in Texas

Healthcare Dive

The Department of Justice intends to appeal a ruling siding with the Texas Medical Association, saying arbiters should not weigh any factor more heavily than others when resolving payment disputes between payers and providers.

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What is NIST 800-50 and How Should It Inform Your HIPAA Training?

Total HIPAA

For organizations that deal with sensitive client or employee information, (e.g., Medical Practices, Employer Groups, Business Associates, and Business Associate Subcontractors) developing a robust security plan is a necessary investment when it comes to data protection. Building a security program that can ensure the safety of information at rest, in transit, and in storage should be a top priority.

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Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data

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.

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Hospital at home is redefining care delivery

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

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PHI Exposed in Security Incidents at Georgia Pines CSB & Ballad Health

HIPAA Journal

Security incidents have recently been reported by Georgia Pines CSB and Ballard Health, which have included the protected health information (PHI) of 28,295 individuals. Ballad Health Discovers Breach of Employee Email Account. Ballard Health, an integrated community health improvement organization serving communities in the Appalachian Highlands in Northeast Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, Northwest North Carolina, and Southeast Kentucky, has recently discovered an unauthorized individual has ac

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Rising expenses at hospitals are unsustainable, AHA says

Healthcare Dive

Hospital labor expenses per patient alone increased about 20% from 2019 to 2021, according to a new report from the hospital lobby.

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Oura taps Tom Hale as CEO and more digital health hires

Mobi Health News

Also: Mental health-focused Spring Health hires Todd Hill from Headspace Health, Teladoc Health appoints Dr. Vidya Raman-Tangella as chief medical officer and WellSky appoints Dale Zurbay chief growth officer.

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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.