Healthcare Dive
JULY 8, 2022
The sector added about 57,000 jobs in June, compared to about 15,000 in May, according to preliminary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Ambulatory services and hospitals saw the largest gains.
Healthcare It News
JULY 5, 2022
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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
JULY 5, 2022
St. Luke's University Health Network realized it needed technology that could help expand care across its 14 hospitals throughout Eastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey spanning both urban and rural areas. THE PROBLEM. The organization was looking for a way to not only expand network coverage but also to reduce time to consult. It also wanted to expand access to care whenever patients needed it, which St.
HIPAA Journal
JULY 7, 2022
A joint security alert has been issued to the healthcare and public health sector by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Department of the Treasury warning about the threat of Maui ransomware attacks. Since May 2021, North Korean state-sponsored cyber actors have been targeting organizations in the U.S. healthcare and public health sector and have been encrypting servers that support electronic medical record systems and dia
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!
Healthcare Dive
JULY 6, 2022
Cases ranged from improper psychiatric treatment to providing false Medicare claims and illegal kickback schemes.
Healthcare It News
JULY 6, 2022
Timely access to mental healthcare, especially in rural areas, has long been a concern. There is not only a scarcity of providers as fewer people are going into the profession, but emergency departments in rural areas have limited expertise and experience in treating mental illness. THE PROBLEM. With the Joint Commission's recommendation that patient boarding times not exceed four hours in the interest of patient safety and quality of care, CommonSpirit Health, the nation's second larges
Health Care Compliance Brief brings together the best content for health law & compliance professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 7, 2022
The following is a guest article by Linda Comp-Noto, Division President, Healthcare Enterprise Operations at Teleperformance. Digital transformation continues to dominate the headlines. Digitizing content helps companies across almost every industry increase efficiency, improve workflow, reduce costs, and raise productivity. For the healthcare industry – an industry that is conservative by nature – undergoing a transformation presents an opportunity to implement digital strategies across the boa
Healthcare Dive
JULY 8, 2022
Changes to the Medicare Shared Savings Program would give some accountable care organizations more time to ramp up to performance-based risk and updated quality reporting.
Healthcare It News
JULY 8, 2022
Sponsor: Concord Technologies Primary topic: Interoperability Topic: Interoperability Patient Engagement Privacy & Security Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Enterprise Taxonomy: Short Headline: Bridging the gap between paper workflows and automated information delivery Region Tag: Global Edition Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed
HIPAA Journal
JULY 4, 2022
A major data breach has been reported by the Greeley, CO-based accounts receivable management company, Professional Finance Company Inc. (PFC) which is believed to have affected 657 of its healthcare provider clients. According to the PFC website, the company is one of the nation’s leading debt recovery agencies, and its client list includes many healthcare providers, retailers, financial organizations, and government agencies.
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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
JULY 6, 2022
Compliance with new patient right of access rule: Five things to know. July 1, 2022. Compliance Today. Disruption is the new normal. As a global civilization dealing with a worldwide pandemic, we’ve adapted to shifting guidelines, researched dubious news proclamations, and discovered a newfound appreciation for the routine. These three skills converge to support compliance professionals as they monitor HIPAA Right of Access Rule guidelines, research new enforcement actions, and hold steadfast to
Healthcare Dive
JULY 7, 2022
A recently disclosed ransomware attack could have exposed patient data from more than 650 healthcare providers.
Healthcare It News
JULY 6, 2022
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HIPAA Journal
JULY 6, 2022
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Department of the Treasury, and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) have issued a joint cybersecurity advisory about MedusaLocker ransomware. The MedusaLocker threat group appears to operate as a ransomware-as-a-service operation, where affiliates are recruited to conduct the attacks for between 55 and 60% of any ransom payments they generate.
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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.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 8, 2022
We’ve been talking about the “hospital room of the future” for a while now. I guess it’s safe to say the future is here in many regards. However, when I recently sat down with Jeff Fallon, Chairman and CEO at eVideon he was more excited about the industry than he’s ever been before. In fact, he talks about how things are different today than they have been in the past (Partial Spoiler Alert: One example is the EHR data is there to trigger actions).
Healthcare Dive
JULY 5, 2022
The U.S. healthcare system can’t take much more employee turnover without compromising care. Overwhelmed and overworked, many healthcare workers don’t feel safe and supported, Qualtrics’ CMO argues.
Healthcare It News
JULY 5, 2022
Sponsor: CareSignal Primary topic: Population Health Topic: Innovation Pulse Patient Engagement Population Health Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Enterprise Taxonomy: Short Headline: Behind the scenes of one of the largest remote patient monitoring implementations and evaluations in the U.
Mobi Health News
JULY 7, 2022
The cuffless device uses a sensor array over the radial artery to produce a pressure waveform that's used to determine systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
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.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 5, 2022
Since the arrival of COVID-19 it is rare to hear physicians talk about their work with excitement and enthusiasm. Yet, that is exactly what happens when you sit down for a discussion about Direct Primary Care (DPC). This new model of care is engaging physicians as much as the patients they serve. The only question is whether this enthusiasm will continue to spread.
Healthcare Dive
JULY 8, 2022
CMMI has taken initial actions to address existing bias, and has started developing a guide to screen and mitigate bias in existing and future models, according to a new article in Health Affairs.
Healthcare It News
JULY 8, 2022
Sponsor: Concord Technologies Primary topic: Interoperability Topic: Interoperability Patient Engagement Privacy & Security Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Enterprise Taxonomy: Short Headline: The continued & evolving role of digital fax in health data exchange Region Tag: Global Edition Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed
Mobi Health News
JULY 7, 2022
Telehealth was vital to the pandemic response, with much of the enabling technology already in place. Its role in maintaining care and monitoring patient health at a time of shielding, social distancing and remote working anticipated wider benefits.
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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.
Healthcare IT Today
JULY 7, 2022
When I watch doctors and nurses on Twitter talk about burnout, one common theme emerges. Another wellness program or yoga room is not going to help. Instead of making clinicians more resilient (they’re already extremely resilient), we need to address the core problems in healthcare that are causing burnout. One of those core causes of burnout is the documentation burden and poorly created EHR interfaces which are built around billing rather than the physician or nurse workflow.
Healthcare Dive
JULY 6, 2022
Of 230.9 million in-network claims reported, 42.3 million claims were denied, according to a Kaiser Family Foundation analysis of CMS data.
HIPAA Journal
JULY 5, 2022
University Pediatric Dentistry in Buffalo, NY, has started notifying 6,843 patients that some of their protected health information has been exposed in an email security incident. The email system was immediately secured when the breach was detected with the forensic investigation confirming that two email accounts had been accessed by an unauthorized third party between January 12, 2022, and January 19, 2022.
Mobi Health News
JULY 5, 2022
The company has received backing from the state government of Western Australia.
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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 Today
JULY 4, 2022
Happy Fourth of July everyone! We’re taking the day off to celebrate the holiday. I hope you have a great day with family and/or friends and that you get to enjoy the summer. We’ll be back again tomorrow with more great health IT content!
Healthcare Dive
JULY 5, 2022
The rural emergency hospital designation is expected to help prevent facility closures and maintain access to crucial healthcare services.
KFF
JULY 8, 2022
Firearms recently became the number one cause of death for children in the United States, surpassing motor vehicle deaths and those caused by other injuries. This brief examines how gun violence and other types of firearm deaths among children and teens in the United States compare to rates in other large and wealthy countries.
Mobi Health News
JULY 5, 2022
Happify Health chief strategy officer Chris Wasden discusses the company's partnership strategy, the business environment for digital therapeutics and how to encourage physician uptake.
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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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