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Embracing the advantages of digitization in health care

KevinMD

Due to rising rates of burnout and depression among health care providers, the U.S. is looking at a projected shortfall of over 3.2 million health care workers by 2026. In parallel, the health care industry is grappling with a 13 percent decline in provider productivity that is directly correlated with the increased adoption of electronic medical records Read moreā€¦ Embracing the advantages of digitization in health care originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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Counsel Health secures $11M in seed funding led by a16z

Mobi Health News

The message-based platform allows patients to get answers to complex medical questions, receive second opinions, seek urgent care and obtain assistance with end-of-life decisions.

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Closing the Chasm Between Patients and Clinicians With Digital Health Tools ā€“ Some Health Consumer Context for #HLTHUSA

Health Populi

As the annual HLTH conference convenes this week in Las Vegas , numerous reports have been published to coincide with the meeting updating various aspects of technology, health care, providers and patients. In this post, Iā€™m weaving together several of the papers that speak to the intersection of health care, consumers, and technology ā€“ the sweet spot here on Health Populi.

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Walmart launches same-day prescription delivery

Mobi Health News

The retail giant announced today that customers will now be able to get their prescriptions delivered along with their groceries in a single online order.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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RPM, enabled with AI, can improve congestive heart failure care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Approximately 6.7 million Americans over the age of 20 currently live with heart failure, with this number projected to rise to 8.5 million by 2030. The lifetime risk of developing heart failure has increased to 24%ā€‹. Despite advances in treatment, heart failure remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. Heart failure-related hospitalizations and deaths have been on the rise, reversing earlier improvementsā€‹.

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HLTH24 Day 3: Amazon One Medical rolls out AI tools; Avandra launches out of stealth

FierceHealthIT

Amazon One Medical, working with the online retail company's technology teams, developed artificial intelligence tools for its clinicians to help them save time. | Amazon One Medical, working with the online retail company's technology teams, developed artificial intelligence tools for its clinicians to help them save time.

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Blue Shield of California, Salesforce partner for prior authorization automation

Mobi Health News

The aim of the platform is to collect clinical data from EHRs and accelerate the authorization process.

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Cleveland Clinic and Amazon to launch coordinated care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

A new partnership with Amazone One Medical, which offers hybrid virtual and in-person primary care, aims to expand access to high-quality coordinated care in Northeast Ohio, Cleveland Clinic said in an announcement Monday. WHY IT MATTERS Patient access to essential health services is behind the collaboration, according to Dr. Tom Mihaljevic, Cleveland Clinic's chief executive officer and president, with the new practices to offer same and next-day appointments, an onsite lab and virtual care

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Transparency has led to uniformity in healthcare costsā€”but not necessarily lower prices: study

FierceHealthIT

Price transparency regulations are leveling the cost landscape for consumers, but that doesnā€™t always lead to lower prices, according to a new report from Turquoise Health. | Recent price transparency regulations have caused prices to converge for outpatient services but led to more discrepancy for inpatient services, according to findings from Turquoise Health.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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Digital health leaders react to 10 year health plan consultation

DigitalHealth

Prime minister Keir Starmer, said that the NHS must make ā€œmuch more use of technologyā€, as he launched a consultation on the health service.

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HLTH24: Suki balloons AI assistant footprint through new strategic partnership with Zoom Healthcare

FierceHealthIT

LAS VEGASā€”Suki AI has inked a deal with the nationā€™s largest telehealth platform, Zoom Healthcare, to integrate an AI assistant into Zoomā€™s telehealth experience. | Suki will deploy its current AI assistant features like ambient scribe and clinical note generation and build out new technology to reimagine telehealthcare.

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NICE recommends use of AI to detect broken bones on X-rays

DigitalHealth

NICE has recommended the use of four AI technologies to help detect broken bones on X-rays, in addition to a trained healthcare professional.

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HLTH24: Walmart aims to simplify online pharmacy orders in 49 states

FierceHealthIT

Walmart plans to expand its home delivery of pharmacy items and offer them alongside the other merchandise in its online store, spreading to virtually all U.S. | Walmart's pharmacy delivery will also allow customers to bundle general items and pharmacy products in one order.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. Thatā€™s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. Youā€™ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Benefits of Telehealth in Correctional Facilities

GlobalMed

Healthcare in correctional facilities faces numerous challenges. Overcrowded conditions, limited resources, and logistical hurdles often result in inadequate medical care for inmates. The rise of telehealth offers a promising solution to these issues. This blog post explores the benefits of telehealth in correctional facilities, presenting a compelling case for its broader adoption.

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HLTH24: Former Humana CEO Broussard joins Define Ventures

FierceHealthIT

LAS VEGAS ā€” Longtime Humana CEO Bruce Broussard departed the company over the summer, and now he's made his next move. | LAS VEGAS ā€” Longtime Humana CEO Bruce Broussard departed the company over the summer, and now he's made his next move.

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Translation tech for patients trialled in Northern Ireland

DigitalHealth

Translation tech is improving communication between staff and non-English speaking patients in the Southern Trust area of Northern Ireland.

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Beyond the silo: How engagement fuels healthcare innovation

FierceHealthIT

In healthcare, the best solutions come from bringing different perspectives to the table. | This week on "Podnosis," we examine why diverse viewpoints are essential for tackling the industryā€™s toughest challenges and how building real engagement serves as the bedrock for innovation.

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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Norfolk community trust makes smooth transition to the cloud with Virgin Media O2 Business

DigitalHealth

Norfolk Community Healthcare NHS Trust made the bold decision to move its entire network to the cloud, supported by Virgin Media O2 Business. The move has delivered a tenfold improvement in network speed and resilience, freeing up clinicians' time and boosting patient care.

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HLTH24: Essence Healthcare to give MA plan members free Oura ring for health tracking

FierceHealthIT

LAS VEGASā€”Oura, maker of the wearable Oura Ring, is broadening its ambitions with payers, seeing the potential to engage older seniors with digital health technology. | The company inked a unique partnership with Essence Healthcare, a provider of Medicare Advantage plans, to provide some MA plan members with an Oura Ring device and its app at no cost.

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Phoebe Putneyā€™s MEDITECH Expanse Go-Live and Efforts to Address the Nursing Shortage and Physician Satisfaction

Healthcare IT Today

At the recent MEDITECH Live conference, I had a chance to meet hundreds of members of the MEDITECH community and hear from many of the top executives. In case you missed it, be sure to check out my summary of some of the key insights at MEDITECH Live. There’s always a lot to take in at a user conference, but the best part is to hear the firsthand experiences from the healthcare leaders attending the conference.

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The trust gap in Healthcare AI

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: The trust gap in healthcare AI is a significant challenge that stems from concerns about its accuracy, transparency, and potential biases. Despite the promise of AI to revolutionise healthcare, there are several factors contributing to this skepticism: 1. Lack of Transparency and Explainability: Black Box Problem: Many AI algorithms are complex and opaque, making it difficult to understand how they arrive at their decisions.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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CentralReach Acquires Behavior Science Technology Inc. the Leading, Research-Backed Treatment Fidelity Platform for Applied Behavior Analysis that has Demonstrated Ability to Help Increase Behavior Technician Tenure by 500%

Healthcare IT Today

The Company Reports that Demand for Autism and IDD Care Services is Projected to Grow 10.4% by Year End, Indicating a Significant Opportunity for Providers to Improve their Clinical Operations to Support the Increase in Demand CentralReach , the leading provider of Autism and IDD Care software for ABA, multidisciplinary, and special education, today announced the acquisition of Behavior Science Technology Inc.

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How C-Suite Drives Innovation in Healthcare Payer Organizations

BHM Healthcare Solutions

Explore how C-suite leaders drive innovation in healthcare payer organizations with key strategies. The post How C-Suite Drives Innovation in Healthcare Payer Organizations appeared first on BHM Healthcare Solutions.

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Glooko Secures $100 Million Series F Financing and Appoints Mike Alvarez as Chief Executive Officer

Healthcare IT Today

Expert Health Tech Leader Brings Extensive Experience in Connected Care, Life Sciences, and Chronic Condition Management to Drive Global Growth Glooko, Inc. , a global integrated digital health company connecting patients, providers, biopharma, and medical device partners, today announced that it has secured a $100 million Series F financing. The Companyā€™s Board of Directors also announced the appointment of Mike Alvarez as Chief Executive Officer.

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HLTH24: Nvidia, Aidoc collaborate to develop guidelines to speed up AI adoption

FierceHealthIT

LAS VEGASā€”While the debate over how to ensure AI tools are safe and effective is being tackled by stakeholders across the healthcare industry, health systems are underprepared to effectiv | Aidoc and Nvidiaā€™s free guide will be available in January 2025. It will include practical considerations for implementation like change management and post-deployment monitoring.

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How 3 Urgent Cares Tackled Key Metrics For Accelerated Growth

Considering the growth of your clinic? Itā€™s difficult to advance any business today without using technology ā€” but what will truly enhance your daily operations? How successful are other urgent care centers with these solutions? This article offers a glimpse into real-world technology experiences from urgent care centers like yours. Discover how various solutions can boost your growth potential and see firsthand how effective they are.

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Orthopedic

NiftyHMS

Download Free Patient Assessment Form for Orthopedic Practices ā€“ Arabic Gallery Download Free Patient Assessment Form for Orthopedic Practices ā€“ Arabic Orthopedic Download Free Patient Assessment Form for Orthopedic Practices ā€“ Arabic Download Free Patient Assessment Form for Orthopedic Practices ā€“ Dutch Gallery Download Free Patient Assessment Form for Orthopedic Practices ā€“ Dutch Orthopedic Download Free Patient Assessment Form for Orthopedic Practices ā€“ Dutch Download Free Patient Assessment

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Bonus Features, HLTH Edition ā€“ October 22, 2024 ā€“ News from Amazon One Medical, GE HealthCare, Noom, NVIDIA, Suki AI, Uber Health, and more

Healthcare IT Today

Welcome to the special HLTH 2024 edition of Healthcare IT Today Bonus Features. This article will be a roundup of interesting stories, product announcements, partnerships, research studies, company launches, and more from Las Vegas. Because thereā€™s so much happening out there at HLTH that we arenā€™t able to cover in our full articles, we still want to make sure youā€™re informed of all the latest news, announcements, and stories happening to help you better do your job.

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Download Free Patient Assessment Form for Orthopedic Practices ā€“ Italian

NiftyHMS

Benvenuto visitatore! ƈ possibile scaricare un modulo gratuito di valutazione del paziente su NiftyHMS. Questo modulo completo costituisce uno strumento prezioso per gli studi ortopedici, aiutandoli a valutare in modo approfondito l’anamnesi medica, l’abilitĆ  funzionale, i livelli di dolore, l’ampiezza di movimento, la forza e la mobilitĆ  del paziente. x Inoltre, questo modulo fornisce raccomandazioni personalizzate per interventi, come storia clinica pregressa, tipo di artrite

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