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Contributed: ??Blockchain in healthcare and enhancing security and transparency

Mobi Health News

Blockchain technology has the potential to transform healthcare, from securing patient data to reducing the risks for data breaches.

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Health IT Trends that Deserve More Attention

Healthcare IT Today

There are a lot of new ideas and technologies being made to better the world of healthcare. These new ideas and technologies are only successful, however, if enough people collectively take notice and talk about it in order to make it trend. But in a time when our industry is facing high staff overtime and burnout, there’s simply no way that we can be aware of everything happening in health IT.

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Discount drug company Waltz Health moves into Medicare market

Mobi Health News

The company will offer a customizable version of its Marketplace Search Technology to health plans supporting Medicare beneficiaries.

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Medicare Advantage fraud in DOJ's crosshairs after agency reports $2.7 billion in settlements

FierceHealthIT

Under the False Claims Act, more than $1.8 billion in settlements and judgments was related to health-related matters in the last fiscal year, about two-thirds of the monetary fraud recoveries by t | Health fraud settlements under the False Claims Act exceeded $1.8 billion last year, according to the Department of Justice. The agency said it is still litigating Medicare Advantage cases against major insurers.

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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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Ambience Healthcare Raises $70M to Scale the Most Comprehensive AI Operating System for Healthcare Organizations

Healthcare IT Today

Ambience Healthcare , the most comprehensive AI operating system for healthcare organizations, has announced a $70M Series B raise co-led by Kleiner Perkins and OpenAI Startup Fund. The raise also includes existing investors Andreessen Horowitz and Optum Ventures. “Healthcare is one of AI’s most promising opportunities to create an outsized positive impact on the world.

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Tuned Secures $3.2M Seed Extension to Scale Hearing Health Benefits for Modern Workforce

Digital Health Global

Unum Group Leads Investment as Tuned Pioneers Employer-Focused Hearing Health for Headphone Generation NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Tuned , a digital hearing health company providing preventive and comprehensive hearing health for employers, today announced it secured an oversubscribed $3.2 million seed extension led by Unum Group, with participation from Distributed Ventures.

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Despite sectorwide financial recovery, not all are hospitals are finding their footing

FierceHealthIT

Broadly speaking, the hospital sector is a much stronger state financially than it was in 2022 or even early 2023 amid industry reports of higher medians and margin improvements being shared by sev | A review of hospitals' 2023 operating numbers show 40% are still losing money going into 2024 and that high-performing hospitals are "effectively pulling away from the pack," according to a recent Kaufman Hall analysis.

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Northumbria University simulation tech receives best practice praise

DigitalHealth

Northumbria University's simulated practice placement programme for nursing students, SkillsFest, has received praise from Oxford Medical Simulation.

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Talkspace targets strong revenue growth in 2024 as it doubles down on payer, enterprise strategy

FierceHealthIT

Online therapy company Talkspace is doubling down on its strategy to grow its business with payers and employers with a focus on providing services to teens and seniors. | Online therapy company Talkspace is doubling down on its strategy to grow its business with payers and employers with a focus on providing services to teens and seniors.

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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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Cera delivers 7.5m winter home care visits saving NHS estimated £100m

DigitalHealth

Leading home healthcare provider Cera has announced the successful delivery of 7.5m home care visits this winter, saving the NHS an estimated £100m.

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North Carolina towns, counties' antitrust lawsuit against HCA's Mission Health may continue, federal judge rules

FierceHealthIT

A federal judge has denied HCA Healthcare’s motion to dismiss antitrust litigation brought by North Carolina cities and counties related to the for-profit’s 2019 acquisition of Mission Health. | Local governments allege that HCA acquired Mission Health in 2019 to "exploit" its monopoly power, which they say has led to higher prices and budget cuts.

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University Hospital Southampton trial maternity remote screening

DigitalHealth

A trial of the GTT@home remote screening for gestational diabetes test has been undertaken at University Hospital Southampton with positive results.

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Waltz Health makes push into Medicare Advantage, inks partnership with SCAN

FierceHealthIT

Just a few short months after making a push into the payer space, digital health company Waltz Health is stepping into the Medicare market. | Just a few short months after making a push into the payer space, digital health company Waltz Health is stepping into the Medicare market.

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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. That’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. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Digital Health’s monthly roundup of contracts and go lives

DigitalHealth

Our latest roundup features Nottingham Uni Hospitals selecting Nervecentre's EPR and County Durham and Darlington's go live of Health Call’s Patient Portal.

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Protecting the protector: Discussing cybersecurity in healthcare

FierceHealthIT

Healthcare is one of the most targeted industries when it comes to cybercrime. | How can healthcare institutions and the broader medical sector safeguard its own health when it comes to all things cyber?

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ? 

DigitalHealth

Today's briefing includes We Care Group adopting PainChek and Nuffield Health introducing data fellowships to improve the digital skills of its staff.

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Street medicine provider Healthcare in Action taps Curai for California unhoused's virtual care

FierceHealthIT

Curai Health, a virtual clinic, is teaming up with California-based Healthcare in Action to serve individuals experiencing homelessness. | Healthcare in Action patients will have access to 24/7 virtual care using Curai’s app at no cost to the patient. Curai’s visits are primarily asynchronous, though it also supports phone or video visits.

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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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University College Dublin leads AI research for pre-eclampsia diagnosis

DigitalHealth

University College Dublin is leading research into AI-powered support for pre-eclampsia diagnoses, which has seen a tool developed using SAS technology.

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Three Ways AI is Preventing Revenue Leakage

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Dan Parsons, Co-Founder and CPO at Thoughtful Revenue leakage poses a significant challenge to healthcare providers, and the traditional methods used to mitigate these losses are becoming increasingly difficult to scale. Healthcare providers need an adaptable and scalable solution to address these issues permanently.

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Xealth Client Thought Leaders At ViVE 2024

Xealth

LOS ANGELES—ViVE—February 21, 2024— Xealth , the leader in enabling digital health at scale, is proud to support several clients who will be speaking at ViVE. ViVE, which bills itself as the industry’s curated event where digital health executives go to do business, will be held February 25-28 in Los Angeles. Details on the Sessions: Title: Freaky Friday: Swapping Hospital-Based Care with Virtual Modalities Panelists: Moderator: Roy Schoenberg MD, MPH, CEO, Amwell Bradley Crotty, MD,

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Chutes & Ladders—AHCA president and CEO to retire

FierceHealthIT

Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry.

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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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LeanBiome Reviews

mHealth Watch

LeanBiome is a probiotic supplement that claims to facilitate digestion and aid weight management by using good bacteria to address the conditions underlying a sluggish metabolism. Consequently, the body eliminates all excess fat and regains its form, while hunger and food cravings are also suppressed. Finding a product that aids in weight loss is difficult, but you cannot risk your health by selecting a subpar supplement.

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Mobile Stroke Units: Bring Emergency Stroke Care to the Home

KB Dental Consulting

Discover how mobile stroke units revolutionize stroke care with rapid response and advanced treatment on wheels. Contact us for to buy mobile stroke units.

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