Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

The number of people in health insurance with high deductibles is increasing, and they may prefer consumer-facing telehealth due to the lower cost. There is a gap in the literature on patient satisfaction and quality of care with consumer-facing telehealth as compared to provider-based telehealth and in-person care.

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HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Developed in part through National Science Foundation innovation funding, Radial Analytics platform, Smart Placement transforms data into real-time patient-individualized actionable insights. Results show lower costs, improved outcomes, and better patient satisfaction.

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HIT Consultant

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

What You Should Know: – Greenway Health , a leading health information technology services provider, announced its partnership with Voyce, a virtual, on-demand language interpretation service, to integrate seamlessly, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act) compliant communication between patients and staff to improve patient (..)

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Patient Satisfaction Health Insurance HIPAA Compliance 52

HIT Consultant

MARCH 22, 2023

As of January 1, 2023, payers must provide online price estimator tools for patients; those out of compliance will face steeper penalties than before. According to America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP), many commercial insurers–up to 94% of them–are already providing such tools.

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HIT Consultant

JUNE 27, 2024

The healthcare sector has been a prime target for cyberattacks and data breaches over the last several years, which makes compliance with the Health Insurance Accountability and Portability Act (HIPAA) all the more important. It also damages your reputation as a trustworthy healthcare provider and takes a toll on patient satisfaction.

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HIPAA Compliance Patient Satisfaction Nursing Homes 97

HIPAA Journal

JANUARY 20, 2023

It has been almost 27 years since the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was signed into law, more than 2 decades since the Privacy Rule was enacted, and this February will be the 20 th anniversary of the HIPAA Security Rule.

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HIPAA Fraud Compliance Health Insurance 122

Medisys Compliance

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Reduced Stress: Outsourcing podiatry medical billing can free up podiatrists’ time so that they can focus on providing patient care. Improved Patient Satisfaction: When podiatrists are not bogged down with billing and coding, they can spend more time with their patients. This can reduce stress and burnout.

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Medical Billing Medical Billing Outsourcing Patient Satisfaction Health Insurance 59

HIT Consultant

MARCH 16, 2022

RevSpring expands patient engagement and payment solution integrations with Cerner, broadening RevSpring’s platform of omnichannel and payment solutions to boost payment performance and patient satisfaction. Healthy.io & Medica Partner to Support Kidney Health.

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Nurses Patient Satisfaction COVID-19 Health Insurance 98

HIT Consultant

JANUARY 7, 2025

Sharma,President & CEO at Santech David Van Houtte,Chief Growth Officer at Santech For decades, health insurance payors have relied on outdated legacy workflows, antiquated provider data management systems, manual data entry and internal departmental structures.

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Patient Satisfaction Compliance Health Insurance 98

Jane Sarashon

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Consumers rank telehealth higher for patient satisfaction when they perceive clinicians spend sufficient time for quality care and when they provide clear and complete explanations to their medical issues.

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HIT Consultant

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Studies indicate that actively involving patients in decision-making leads to improved adherence to medication, lower hospitalization rates, and overall better health outcomes. Furthermore, shared decision-making enhances patient satisfaction, fostering open communication and even mitigating unconscious biases in healthcare delivery.

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Healthcare Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The healthcare industry has extensive regulations, with laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) imposing stringent obligations on providers.

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HIT Consultant

JUNE 13, 2023

Services provided through MedStar Health Physical Therapy at Home are covered by most health insurance plans. By partnering with Luna, health systems and provider groups are transforming their health care by extending care into the home.

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Patient Satisfaction Health Insurance 52

Health Populi

MARCH 7, 2018

Accenture found that 90% of consumers are willing to share health data from wearable devices with physicians and nurses, and 75% with their family. Surprisingly (to me), 72% of consumers said they’d share their health data with a health insurance plan. These are key ingredients into migrating to the Quadruple Aim.

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Telemedicine Patient Satisfaction Health Insurance Doctors 76

Health Populi

AUGUST 23, 2021

When we think about health care pricing variations, then, it’s not just between hospitals in a particular geography or ZIP code, but it happens within institutions based on contract negotiations with health plans. health citizens.

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Health Populi

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Patient-facing digital tools help patients with fairly basic tasks like making appointments, seeking doctors, and paying bills. Motivations for expanding digital tools for patients are to enhance access to care, empowering patients to monitor and manage their health, and deliver greater patient satisfaction.

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Medical Billing Patient Satisfaction Hospitals Doctors 96

Medisys Compliance

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Before a certain treatment, service, gadget, or drug is given to the patient in order to qualify for coverage, doctors and other healthcare professionals must acquire in advance approval from a health insurance plan (known as a “prior authorization” or “PA”) process. Boost general practice output.

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Medical Billing Outsourcing Medical Billing Doctors Patient Satisfaction 98

MedTrainer

AUGUST 2, 2023

By ensuring that providers meet rigorous standards, organizations can enhance the quality of care delivered to patients, leading to better health outcomes and patient satisfaction. Improved Quality of Care. Risk Mitigation.

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Compliancy Group

JUNE 4, 2024

From maintaining compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act , Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or even patient satisfaction, the right procedures will often place facilities ahead of others in comparison.

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Hospitals Compliance Malpractice Patient Satisfaction 52

American Medical Compliance

AUGUST 7, 2024

These regulations protect patient privacy, ensure quality care, and prevent fraud and abuse. Here are the key areas of healthcare compliance. HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) This compliance is crucial for safeguarding patient health information.

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Innovaare Compliance

MARCH 24, 2024

A survey by the American Medical Association found that 92% of physicians reported that prior authorization requirements had a negative impact on patient clinical outcomes. Two case studies highlight the practical challenges and opportunities in balancing payment integrity and provider relations.

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Fraud Compliance Health Insurance Medicaid 52

Innovaare Compliance

MARCH 24, 2024

A survey by the American Medical Association found that 92% of physicians reported that prior authorization requirements had a negative impact on patient clinical outcomes. Two case studies highlight the practical challenges and opportunities in balancing payment integrity and provider relations.

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Compliancy Group

AUGUST 19, 2024

Healthcare policy as a whole consists of a variety of fundamental topics, such as health insurance and managed care. Policy also covers other sub-areas of the industry, such as mental, global, and public health, which are just three categories of health policy.

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Compliancy Group

JANUARY 26, 2024

It considers factors such as: Data Security Privacy Interoperability Usability By prioritizing safety, DTAC ensures that any technology adopted by the NHS meets stringent standards to protect patients and those delivering care. When discussing digital technology in healthcare, data privacy is an essential consideration.

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Compliance Patient Satisfaction Health Insurance HIPAA 52

Medisys Compliance

JULY 3, 2024

Automated reminders for upcoming payments, patient portals for accessing billing information, and mobile apps for managing payments can streamline the process. These tools not only improve patient satisfaction but also increase the likelihood of timely payments.

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Medical Billing Outsourcing Compliance HIPAA Medical Billing 59

Health Populi

APRIL 11, 2018

A new alliance between Livongo and Cambia Health seeks to address that challenge, beginning with diabetes and scaling to other chronic conditions. Livongo has proven out the Livongo for Diabetes program, which has demonstrated positive outcomes in terms of patient satisfaction and cost-savings.

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Patient Satisfaction Health Outcomes Public Health Health Insurance 54

Healthcare Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The healthcare industry has extensive regulations, with laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) imposing stringent obligations on providers.

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Compliance Compliance Officers ACA Patient Satisfaction 52

The Digital Health Corner

APRIL 28, 2017

The patient’s clinical experience will be a significant priority in planning the logistics and final outcome of a consolidation plan. Marketers of the new entity will refocus on patient satisfaction. This presents opportunities for creating patient “stickiness.”

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Hospitals ACA Patient Satisfaction Payment Systems 60

Verisys

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It emphasizes conducting activities transparently, ethically, and in a manner that secures the trust of patients, staff, and stakeholders alike. This holistic approach to governance ensures that decisions are informed by a comprehensive understanding of the hospital’s overall performance and its implications for patient care.

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Health Care Law Brief

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The “thumb on the scale” QPA presumption may have less of an impact on providers that are “must-haves” for a plan based on clinical importance, or high patient-satisfaction scores. But for other providers and facilities, the impact is likely to be greater.

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Medical Billing Due Diligence Compliance Patient Satisfaction 75

AIHC

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Behavioral telehealth may also be referred to as telebehavioral health, telemental health, telepsychiatry, or telepsychology. Increasing importance on patient satisfaction, providing efficient and quality care, and minimizing costs have also led to higher telehealth implementation.

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COVID-19 Telemedicine Informed Consent Compliance 59

Health Care Law Brief

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

There is no mention of alternative sources of capital for large physician practices, uptake of electronic and value-oriented care, or patient satisfaction.

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Patient Satisfaction Licensing Health Insurance Medicaid 52

Healthcare IT Today

JANUARY 18, 2024

By allowing AI-enhanced workflow, organizations can implement better data exchange between processes and immediately deliver results in cost and time savings, while significantly improving staff and patient satisfaction. This will be enabled by advances in data analytics and technology.

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Hospitals Compliance Health Outcomes Medicare 65

Bill of Health

AUGUST 2, 2023

As Midwife-advocate Jamarah Amani stated in a panel discussion ( summarized here ) on black midwifery hosted by our Human Rights Clinic and partners, “Bringing back midwifery care brings compassion and humanity to our health care and wellness and wholeness to our communities.”

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American Medical Compliance

MARCH 13, 2025

Health Insurance Providers : Companies providing health coverage plans. Ensuring compliance isnt just about avoiding penaltiesits about boosting efficiency and fostering trust with patients and staff. Medicare and Medicaid Participants : Entities receiving payments through these federal programs.

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Compliance ACA Patient Satisfaction Medicare 59

Bill of Health

JANUARY 23, 2024

Research suggests that doula care can decrease rates of C-section, pregnancy complications, and low-birthweight infants, while increasing rates of breastfeeding and overall patient satisfaction. Doulas are also reported to reduce time in labor and lower health care costs. In the U.S.,

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Medicaid Medicaid Patient Satisfaction Health Insurance 113

Hall Render

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

acquisition of California stroke prevention device maker Bridging the gap: Joint Open Sky-Seven Hills program is boosting BIPOC representation in the mental health field Cambridge biotech’s deal with Novo Nordisk worth up to $530M CVS offering birth control at Mass. headcount among top 10 biopharma employers shrinks New Mass.

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