Best Buy Health, Biobeat partner on RPM wearables
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The company's portable, battery-operated and Bluetooth-connected device with RPM capabilities enables patients to complete respiratory treatments from anywhere.
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Class action lawsuit accuses Humana of using AI algorithms to restrict access to care
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
A newly filed lawsuit alleges that Humana used artificial intelligence algorithms to deny key rehabilitation care for seniors. | A newly filed lawsuit alleges that Humana used artificial intelligence algorithms to deny key rehabilitation care for seniors.
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Digital twin company Twin Health secures $50M
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The California-based company will use the funds to expand its Whole Body Twin Technology aimed at preventing and reversing metabolic disease.
'It can be life or death': Microsoft's Peter Lee on the power, dangers of GPT-4 in medicine
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Addressing a room of healthcare professionals at the IHI Forum on Wednesday, Peter Lee, corporate vice president of research and incubations at Microsoft, opened by saying the audience was possibly | It is wrong to think of large language models like GPT-4 as traditional computers—they are reasoning engines and can make mistakes like humans do, the tech giant's corporate vice president of research and incubations warned IHI Forum attendees.
The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings
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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.
Best Buy Health, Biobeat partner on RPM wearables
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The company's portable, battery-operated and Bluetooth-connected device with RPM capabilities enables patients to complete respiratory treatments from anywhere.
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Payers' increasing claims denials, delays 'wreaking havoc' on provider revenue cycles
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
A jump in claim delays and denials is “wreaking havoc on providers’ revenue cycle performance” and contributing to health systems’ “volatile” accounts receivable and diminishing cash reserves, acco | More frequent pushback from commercial and Medicare Advantage payers is complicating patient self-pay collections and, ultimately, undermining the revenues and cash reserves of hospitals, health systems and physician groups, according to a pair of recent reports.
Birmingham and Women’s and Children’s picks Epic for EPR
DigitalHealth
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Digital Health News can exclusively reveal that Birmingham and Women’s and Children’s NHS FT has picked Epic as preferred supplier for its next EPR.
HHS finalizes rule to move the needle on interoperability, algorithm transparency
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The federal government's healthcare tech arm finalized a sweeping regulation that requires new technology upgrades while also advancing interoperability and transparency in predictive decision supp | The federal government's healthcare tech arm finalized a sweeping regulation that requires new technology upgrades while also advancing interoperability and transparency in predictive decision support tools.
Positive Feedback for NextGen’s Ambient Assist
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 13, 2023
At the 2023 NextGen Healthcare User Group Meeting (#NextGenUGM23), Healthcare IT Today had the opportunity to speak with Sri Velamoor, Chief Growth & Strategy Officer. We wanted to learn more about the company’s AI plans and what the initial reaction has been to their AI-powered ambient clinical voice solution called Ambient Assist. According to Velamoor, the early response to Ambient Assist has been very positive and exceeded the company’s expectations.
Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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.
NHS to expand NHS App to allow patients to view records and book jabs
DigitalHealth
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The NHS said Wednesday that it will expand the NHS app to allow more people to view their vaccination record and book in for vaccines.
Recent HHS Settlement Underscores the Importance Compliance Plays in Cybersecurity
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The following is a guest article by Dotty Bollinger, JD, Healthcare Compliance Consultant, Compliancy Group The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) reached a settlement with Doctors’ Management Services after the healthcare vendor succumbed to a ransomware attack. The settlement, announced in a press release on the HHS site, resulted in a $100,000 fine, two years of OCR monitoring, and the requirement to adopt a corrective action plan.
Virtual doula care improves outcomes on par with in-person care, Maven study finds
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Virtual doula care improves birth experiences and reduces the odds of a cesarean section at rates comparable to in-person doula care, a new study finds. | The odds of a C-section decreased notably with several doula visits on the Maven platform, and more so for Black members.
Featured Health IT Jobs – Epic Business Intelligence Analyst (Product Owner)
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 13, 2023
We like to regularly feature a healthcare IT job that might be of interest to readers. Today, we’re featuring the Epic Business Intelligence Analyst (Product Owner) position that was recently posted on Healthcare IT Central. This position was posted by Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic and is remote. Here’s a description of the position: Join our team as an Epic Business Intelligence Analyst (Product Owner) and help transform healthcare delivery.
The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring
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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.
Back to normal? Health care spending growth rates down from pandemic era
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Healthcare spending has increased 4.1% to $4.5 trillion, or $13,493 per person, according to a new report from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services published in Health Affairs. | Health care spending increased to $4.5 trillion in 2022, or $13,493. Here's how that breaks down.
Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ?
DigitalHealth
DECEMBER 13, 2023
This briefing features medical students proposing a standardised AI-centric medical curriculum and AdvaMed naming Peter Arduiini as chair of its board.
ActiTrack Adherence Monitoring: Maximize the Value of Wearable Data
ActiGraph
DECEMBER 13, 2023
In the evolving landscape of clinical trials, wearable digital health technologies give clinical researchers the capability of continuous, real-life monitoring of participant behavior. This data offers an objective and reliable assessment of meaningful aspects of health that can provide important insights into treatment efficacy and advance therapeutic developments.
NHS England’s digital leaders to front keynote sessions at Rewired 2024
DigitalHealth
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Senior digital leaders from NHS England will speaking as part of back-to-back keynote sessions on day two of Rewired 2024.
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
1 in 3 Primary Care Physicians Have Already Tried AI Scribe Tools, Outlook Is Cautiously Optimistic, Finds Elation Health Survey
Digital Health Global
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Survey of more than 200 clinicians highlights optimism about improvements to physician and patient experiences while pointing out some early barriers to artificial intelligence adoption SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Elation Health , the clinical-first technology company powering innovation in primary care, today announced the results of a survey of 229 primary care physicians focused on the benefits, desired features, and hurdles to adoption of artificial intelligence–powered (AI) m
Sectra awarded NHS Scotland diagnostic imaging technology contract
DigitalHealth
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Medical imaging IT company Sectra has been awarded a contract to deliver its cloud-based enterprise imaging service across 15 NHS boards in Scotland.
HIStalk Interviews Sagnik Bhattacharya, CEO, Rhapsody
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DECEMBER 13, 2023
Sagnik Bhattacharya, MS is CEO of Rhapsody of Boston, MA.
Special Report: Medicines Management
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DECEMBER 13, 2023
Digitisation is crucial to driving productivity in medicines management - and the ‘system view’ provided by integrated care systems is having a positive impact.
Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide
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AMA: 73% of insurer markets were highly concentrated last year
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Most insurer markets are highly concentrated, including many regions where a single payer dominates at least half of the market share, according to a new analysis from the American Medical Associat | Most insurer markets are highly concentrated, including many regions where a single payer dominates at least half of the market share, according to a new analysis from the American Medical Association.
Birmingham Women’s and Children’s picks Epic for EPR
DigitalHealth
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Digital Health News can exclusively reveal that Birmingham and Women’s and Children’s NHS FT has picked Epic as preferred supplier for its next EPR.
KKR in talks to buy stake in analytics firm Cotiviti in a deal valued at $11B: media report
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Private equity firm KKR & Co. is exploring a potential deal to buy a stake in healthcare analytics company Cotiviti from Veritas Capital, The Wall Street Journal reported Monday. | Private equity firm KKR & Co. is exploring a potential deal to buy a stake in healthcare analytics company Cotiviti from Veritas Capital, The Wall Street Journal reported Monday.
The care future for older adults needs housing and tech support
Aging in Place Technology Watch
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The Harvard study describes a bleak care future. And the NORC study underscores the housing problem for the Forgotten Middle. Life expectancy for the 65+ is another 20 years on average. But only 14% of Americans can afford long-term care in the home. And if they could afford it, only 4% of their homes are aging-ready. Nor are they telehealth-ready – where 36% of Americans do not have high-speed internet in the home.
Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them
Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer
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How to Use Breakout Rooms for Successful Behavioral Health Sessions
Vidyo
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Vidyo’s comprehensive Telehealth Platform offers healthcare facilities a powerful tool that enhances patient and provider interactions, improves access to care, increases engagement, and reduces costs. With Vidyo, you can facilitate virtual group visits for several use cases in a healthcare setting. The post How to Use Breakout Rooms for Successful Behavioral Health Sessions appeared first on EnghouseVideo.
Sandata: Technology’s Role in Moving Homecare into The Future
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Emmet O'Gara, CEO of Sandata, a pioneer and market leader in homecare solutions, joins Fierce Healthcare in the hot seat to share insights into how homecare agencies, MCOs, and other industry stake | Emmett O'Gara, CEO of Sandrata, is passionate about leveraging technology as a force for good in home care. In this interview, she argues the case for an open model system to drive interoperability and remove administrative burdens for MCOs.
A digital values-based microintervention for chronic back pain patients: lessons learned from a randomised experimental single-case study
BMC Digital Health
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Chronic pain usually lasts several years. During this time, value-oriented aspects of life often fade into the background in favour of coping with the pain, which is associated with a lower quality of life. Ps.
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