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Dissatisfaction with EHR increases nurses’ burnout risk: report

Healthcare Dive

Nearly one-third of nurses experiencing burnout said their electronic health record contributed to symptoms, according to Klas Research. Many of those nurses reported they’d likely leave their workplaces soon.

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Hira 'paused' following budget recall

Healthcare It News

The project building New Zealand's national health information platform has been put on hold following budget cuts for digital health. In a statement to Healthcare IT News , Michael Dreyer, director of the Digital Channels sector at Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand), confirmed that the Hira project has been suspended. "After completing the first stage of Hira and creating a strong foundation for the project, it is now paused while we look at plans for the future.

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AI-powered RPM boosts care for chronic conditions while saving costs

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Roughly one in three Americans, 96 million adults, has prediabetes – but only 2-3% are offered help to prevent progression to full-blown disease. The medical effects of diabetes are significant, of course – affecting eyesight, circulation and even, in severe cases, requiring amputation. But there are other implications too. With untold healthcare resources devoted to managing the myriad medical risks of the disease, adequately addressing diabetes – and, ideally, preventing it &

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The MRO Exchange: AI in healthcare marketing with Beth Friedman and Carol Flagg

MRO Compliance

Healthcare NOW Radio Podcast Network · MRO Exchange: AI in Healthcare marketing with Beth Friedman and Carol Flagg S1E7: Host Stephanie Kindlick, VP of Marketing, interviews two healthcare media and marketing experts, Beth Friedman and Carol Flagg. They discuss all things artificial intelligence in healthcare marketing, including the benefits of AI, a set of 10 guiding principles, and the need for responsible use.

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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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Humana pays $90M to settle whistleblower allegations of Medicare Part D fraud

Healthcare Dive

The insurer, which did not admit wrongdoing, agreed to the settlement on the eve of a jury trial.

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Epic touts new AI applications to streamline charting and bring research insights to the point of care

Fierce Healthcare

Health IT giant Epic is pushing ahead rapidly to build out artificial intelligence technologies and generative AI features in its electronic health record software. | The goal, according to Epic executives, is to ease the documentation burden for clinicians, streamline charting and coding and bring evidence-based medical insights and research right to doctors' fingertips at the point of care.

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Keep patients digitally empowered and engaged in their care

Healthcare It News

As healthcare costs continue to rise, patients expect the same convenience, personalization and accessibility from providers that they get from other service sectors. To stay competitive, healthcare organizations must deliver enhanced patient experiences and offer on-demand patient engagement through digital channels. Join Cisco’s Global Healthcare CPaaS Director, Kenny Bloxham, and Head of Global Solutions Engineering, Dave Jennings, as they talk about how providers can empower patients a

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Employer healthcare costs projected to rise 9% in 2025: Aon

Healthcare Dive

Inflation, expensive specialty drugs and demand for pricey glucagon-like peptide 1 medications, or GLP-1s, are pushing costs higher, according to the professional services company.

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Industry Voices—10 things every healthcare organization can do to defend against cyberattacks

Fierce Healthcare

The healthcare industry confronts a complex, double-barreled challenge as it tries to combat the recent deluge of dangerous and damaging cyberattacks. | Cyber resilience is the ability to recognize threats, respond to them, recover quickly and at scale. The clear goal: fending off attacks more efficiently, limiting damage and restoring normal operations with minimal impact to patients.

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Blair Institute calls for crash programme of digital health records

Digital Health News

The Tony Blair Institute for Global Change has proposed a programme to create digital health records for all UK citizens within five years.

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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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CoachCare Announces $48 Million Investment Led By Integrity Growth Partners

Healthcare IT Today

Integrity Growth Partners’ Investment in the RPM and Virtual Care Management Company Aims to Further Accelerate CoachCare’s Rapid Growth; PEAK Technology Partners Served as the Exclusive Financial Advisor to CoachCare on this Transaction CoachCare , a leading remote patient monitoring (RPM) and virtual care management company, today announced a $48 million strategic growth investment led by Integrity Growth Partners (IGP), a leading growth investment firm focused exclusively on so

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McLaren Health Care hit by ransomware attack again

Healthcare Dive

Disruptions at the Michigan-based health system are expected to last through this month, McLaren said Friday. The provider was also hit by a ransomware attack last year.

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Employers embracing direct contracting and bypassing insurers: survey

Fierce Healthcare

Employers are actively seeking out alternatives to curb rising health benefit costs by sidestepping traditional carriers, a new report from Brighton Health Plan Solutions shows. | A new report highlights a business opportunity for providers and health systems to engage in direct contracting.

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Two Yorkshire trusts select Nervecentre as preferred EPR supplier

Digital Health News

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals and Harrogate and District NHS FT have selected Nervecentre as their preferred EPR supplier.

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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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Advancing Healthcare Language Services and Leveraging Responsible AI

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Adam Rademacher, Director of Operations at AMN Healthcare Language Services AI’s transformative impact spans across industries– including healthcare. In the area of translation and interpretation services, we are witnessing the evolution of incorporating AI technologies while upholding critical standards for patient privacy and care.

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CMS has received 12K complaints of No Surprises noncompliance; won $1.7M in restitution

Healthcare Dive

The most common complaints against providers were for surprise billing, while the top complaints for health plans included incorrectly calculating qualifying payment amounts.

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Medicare Advantage's growth a bad omen for hospitals, S&P Global warns

Fierce Healthcare

The upward trajectory of Medicare Advantage (MA) enrollment is likely to become an issue for hospitals and other healthcare providers forced to contend with plans’ prior authorization requirements | Prior authorization burdens and "a challenging contract negotiation season" on the horizon are likely headwinds for providers, and hospitals in particular, according to a recent report.

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NHS England signs digital urgent and emergency care contracts

Digital Health News

NHS England has signed two contracts to support the digital transformation of urgent and emergency care, totalling £86 million in value.

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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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Georgia hospital hit with ransomware

Becker's Health IT

Georgia hospital falls victim to ransomware attack; hacker gains access to network and encrypts data. Information of 2,500 individuals potentially compromised.

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Large employers forecast 7.8% hike in health costs next year, thanks to rising pharmacy spend

Healthcare Dive

The growing burden of pharmaceuticals is expected to be the primary driver of higher healthcare spending in 2025, mostly due to expensive GLP-1 drugs in demand for weight loss, according to the Business Group on Health.

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CMS closes thousands of No Surprises Act complaints, directs $4M in relief

Fierce Healthcare

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a new report Tuesday detailing total complaints related to the No Surprises Act and Affordable Care Act compliance. | A new CMS report outlines the types of No Surprises Act complaints resolved by the federal agency since June 30.

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Hull hospital to trial video triage to assess stroke patients

Digital Health News

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has announced plans to trial a pre-hospital video triage scheme for stroke patients.

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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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Healthcare is ill-equipped for ransomware

Becker's Health IT

"Learn about the evolving risks of cybersecurity in healthcare operations and how ransomware attacks are impacting patient care, according to Dr.

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New Jersey to erase $100M of medical debt

Healthcare Dive

Nearly 50,000 residents will see their debt forgiven. The initiative comes as other states and federal regulators have moved to lessen the burden of medical debt.

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UnitedHealth, Trinity Health of New England settle network dispute

Fierce Healthcare

UnitedHealthcare and Trinity Health of New England have agreed to a new, multiyear contract, retroactive July 1, putting to bed a public dispute between the two organizations. | UnitedHealthcare and Trinity Health of New England have finally resolved their breakdown in provider network contract negotiations.

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Portsmouth Hospitals expands digital patient communications

Digital Health News

Portsmouth Hospitals has expanded digital patient communications through a new patient portal, waiting list validation and digital letters.

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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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Google’s AI Model Listens to Your Cough to Detect Disease

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Google Research has unveiled a groundbreaking advancement in healthcare technology with the introduction of HeAR, a bioacoustic foundation model designed to analyze human sounds and identify potential health issues. – By leveraging the power of AI and vast amounts of audio data, HeAR aims to revolutionize disease screening, diagnosis, and monitoring.

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Judge strikes down FTC noncompete ban nationwide

Healthcare Dive

Obviating the ban has big implications for U.S. healthcare, an industry that frequently relies on noncompetes to lock medical workers into employment agreements with hospitals, insurers and other employers.

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Employers are bracing for healthcare costs to spike in 2025. Here's why

Fierce Healthcare

Employers are up against escalating healthcare costs, driven by mounting prescription drug expenses, inflation and worsening chronic conditions, a new survey shows. | Employers are up against escalating healthcare costs, driven by mounting prescription drug expenses, inflation and worsening chronic conditions, a new survey shows.

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Everest ransomware group shifts focus to healthcare

Becker's Health IT

"Learn about the latest cyberthreat to the healthcare sector as ransomware group Everest targets organizations through compromised user accounts and remote acce

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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.