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HIMSSCast: Digital tools can leverage SDOH data and improve outcomes

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She has also contributed to National Quality Forum efforts to address social determinants of health utilization. As of January 1, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has mandated that healthcare organizations screen for five social risk drivers. Email: afox@himss.org Healthcare IT News is a HIMSS Media publication.

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Moving aging patients from confusion to the point of care

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By making use of technologies such as artificial intelligence, providers can empower senior patients with the extra guidance and support that informs them and gets them to the point of care, according to Karl Ulfers, cofounder and CEO at DUOS, a senior-focused digital care navigation platform designed for Medicare beneficiaries.

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Patients with sensitive health issues more comfortable making appointments with chatbots

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Plenty of Medicare patients are perfectly capable of and willing to interact with an AI bot to make an appointment or refill a prescription. Follow Bill's HIT coverage on LinkedIn: Bill Siwicki Email him: bsiwicki@himss.org Healthcare IT News is a HIMSS Media publication.

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Health Provider News – September 16, 2022

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4 Health Systems Join Provider-Created Data Collective to Improve Care. House passes reform to Medicare Advantage prior authorizations. Main Line Health shifts pediatric affiliation to CHOP after 25 years with Nemours. Delaware public health officials working to expand monkeypox vaccine access. Health Dept.: