Dot Compliance
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Welcome to the realm of regulatory excellence! In the intricate landscape of medical device manufacturing, regulatory compliance is not just a checkbox—it’s a commitment to ensuring the highest quality and safety standards. At Dot Compliance, we understand the pivotal role of compliance, especially with the stringent requirements outlined in 21 CFR Part 820.
Compliancy Group
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Healthcare, an industry that serves as a guardian of human health and well-being, faces countless challenges daily. The risks involved in providing quality care range from complex medical procedures to rapidly evolving technology. This is where risk management in healthcare plays a vital role, ensuring the safety and security of patients while enabling healthcare professionals to deliver effective treatment.
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American Medical Compliance
DECEMBER 26, 2023
On December 27, 2020, the United States Congress adopted the No Surprises Act (NSA) as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, which has various provisions to assist in protecting customers against unexpected costs beginning January 1, 2022. The following course highlights the NSA and how it impacts healthcare. What you will learn: Situations where the No Surprises Act applies Specific requirements for compliance with the No Surprises Act Billing and payment processes under the No S
HIPAA & Health IT
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Exactly 12 days before Christmas, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of the National Coordinator (ONC) gave the health industry a unique gift buried in a 900+ page rule adoption. The gift? The first comprehensive U.S. regulation delineating the responsible use and oversight of AI used in connection with health care decision-making.
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!
The HIPAA Blog
DECEMBER 28, 2023
ESO, CVC, HEC Disclose Data Breach: ESO, a healthcare software company serving hospitals, EMS entities, and governmental agencies, announced a ransomware-triggered data breach affecting 2.7 million individuals. Cardiovascular Consultants of Arizona also announced that it suffered a cyberattack that affected almost half a million patients.
Healthcare It News
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Panel biomarker testing can unlock some of the mysteries of treating patients so that they experience fewer side effects, better quality of life, longer survival rates and potentially, lower costs. At least 22 states are opening up, or looking at how to open up access to it. This past week, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed Senate Bill 1196a/Assembly Bill 1673a into law directing all state-regulated health plans, including Medicaid, to cover comprehensive biomarker testing, clearing the path
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Bill of Health
DECEMBER 26, 2023
By Hannah Rahim The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits health care organizations that provide services to the public from discriminating against persons with disabilities. Although substance use disorder can be a disability under the ADA, there are limitations in the scope and enforcement of these ADA protections. Further action is needed to prevent discrimination in health care services towards persons with substance use disorder.
Digital Health News
DECEMBER 28, 2023
The year 2023 was another memorable one in the digital health world. We asked health tech suppliers what they think is in store in 2024.
Healthcare It News
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Access to providers is a challenge across healthcare. The industry faces severe provider shortages – exacerbated by a terrible burnout problem. This is not news. But finding successful solutions to access problems is. And that is what FirstHealth of the Carolinas has done, using telemedicine technology. Three components to the program The health system's Virtual Provider program has a few components to it.
Fierce Healthcare
DECEMBER 27, 2023
A hospital’s acquisition by a private equity firm is linked to a rise in adverse events despite the pool of lower risk patients they tend to admit, according to a Medicare Part A claims analysis pu | Hospital-acquired adverse events among Medicare beneficiaries were 25% higher within the three years after a private equity acquisition compared to control hospitals, researchers found when reviewing millions of Part A claims.
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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.
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 27, 2023
From the end of the Public Health Emergency to the launch of ChatGPT and the Apple Vision Pro, executives reflect on what stood out to them this year.
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Acquisition of Providence’s Current Modular Services Business Accompanied by 10-Year Agreement to Provide Comprehensive Revenue Cycle Management Services R1 RCM Inc. (R1) , a leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of healthcare providers, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Acclara , a leading technology-driven revenue cycle management company, from Providence , one of the nation’
Healthcare It News
DECEMBER 27, 2023
TimeDoc Health CEO Brian Esterly talks the rise in comorbidities complicating the delivery of care, key social determinants of health issues, healthcare deserts and how health IT can help caregivers aid all of these patients.
Fierce Healthcare
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Tech-enabled Medicare Advantage startup Devoted Health is closing out 2023 with $175 million in fresh funding, marking one of the largest funding rounds of the year. | Tech-enabled Medicare Advantage startup Devoted Health is closing out 2023 with $175 million in fresh funding, marking one of the largest funding rounds of the year.
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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.
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 25, 2023
Sehat Kahani is now exploring predictive AI in telehealth.
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 27, 2023
During the past decade, finally, health care is starting to deal in a structured, measurable manner with the life factors and environments that play the biggest role in their patients’ health. A recent offering from LexisNexis Risk Solutions promises to greatly expand access to this data, called social determinants of health (SDoH), for payers, clinicians, public health agencies, pharma companies, and other researchers.
Healthcare It News
DECEMBER 29, 2023
There's no reason, if diseases are caught in their early stages, that most of us can't live until our 90s, according to the Deloitte report, "How employers can spark a movement to live longer. healthier lives.
HIT Consultant
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Vijay Verma, VP of Product Strategy at TeleVox Finding a frustrated patient sitting in a waiting room has become familiar. Three and a half years after the pandemic’s start, the medical field is still feeling the ripple effects. Burnout and staffing shortages plague offices nationwide, causing tasks to pile up and the lack of prioritization for patient care.
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.
Becker's Health IT
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Carthage (N.Y.) Area Hospital and Ogdensburg, N.Y.-based Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center are taking legal action to recover patient data stolen in a September ransomware attack , local news outlet WWNY reported Dec. 28.
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Resurgens Technology Partners , a software-focused private equity firm, today announced its investment in Valant , a cloud-based EHR for behavioral health practices. Based in Seattle, Valant aims to make the world a mentally healthier place, providing technology to better connect behavioral health patients and providers whenever and however they need care.
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Employers aligned with Carrum can offer two years of treatment coverage to non-metastatic breast cancer patients via Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute.
HIT Consultant
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Bernard DiCasimirro, D.O., Chief Medical Officer at Lucet One of the most pressing and often overlooked challenges in healthcare today is how to reach and effectively treat dually diagnosed patients — commonly, individuals who grapple with both mental health problems and substance use issues. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, more than one in four adults living with a serious mental health issue also has a substance use issue.
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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.
Becker's Health IT
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Oklahoma-based Integris Health has been targeted by hackers who are emailing patients and demanding $50 in Bitcoin.
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Investment Fuels Innovation to Ensure Patient Safety and Validate the Use of AI in Medical Devices Ketryx , provider of the first and only connected application lifecycle management software for the life sciences industry, today announced that it has raised $14 Million in Series A funding. The round was led by investor Lightspeed Venture Partners , with participation from existing investors including MIT’s E14 Fund and Ubiquity Ventures, bringing the total funding raised to date to over $18 Mill
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 28, 2023
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has temporarily stopped an import ban issued by the International Trade Commission prohibiting the sale of Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 in the U.S.
HealthIT Answers
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Our annual predictions continue with Population Health, Access, and Equity in 2024. Throughout the past weeks we have been asking the industry experts what they think we will see in 2024. Check out all the coverage in AI, value-based care, interoperability, digital health, privacy, security, access, and equality. The post Population Health, Access, and Equity in 2024 appeared first on Health IT Answers.
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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.
Becker's Health IT
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Liberty (Mo.) Hospital experienced a cybersecurity incident that forced them to take their computer network offline and transfer 15 patients to other facilities.
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 25, 2023
Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas to all of the Healthcare IT Today community! We’re enjoying the day off to enjoy time with family. We hope you’re doing the same, but want to say thank you to all the healthcare workers that are still out there working on Christmas. We appreciate you and your sacrifice. Thanks to all of you who support what we do at Healthcare IT Today!
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Digital health leaders say frameworks already exist that can be adopted for AI regulation, but going too far with rules could stifle innovation.
Jane Sarashon
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Most people over 70 years of age recognize technology’s role in supporting peoples’ health, we learn from a new report on 2024 Tech Trends and Adults 50+ from AARP. But adoption and ongoing use of digital innovations among older people will be tempered without attending to four key barriers that carry equal weight in the minds of 50+ consumers: design and user experience, awareness and interest, cost and acquisition, and trust and privacy concerns.
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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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