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The Smartphone is (still) a user-hostile device

Aging in Place Technology Watch

The tech user experience – still flawed and in need of fixing. As noted in the May report, The User Experience Needs an Upgrade , the requirement to use smartphones and other tech is growing exponentially – in-person and by-telephone experiences have disappeared or deteriorated. Yet there are few useful ways to help older adults navigate the thicket of user interfaces, and this only becomes more obvious as AI capabilities emerge that could be extremely useful, but finding and understanding the

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Doctors’ Recommendations Are Top Motivators for Consumers Who Buy Digital Health Devices: Trust and Health

Health Populi

Most consumers using digital health devices felt more trust in the technology when coupled with doctors’ office reviews — another lens on the importance of trust-equity between patients and physicians. This insight came out of a report on How Consumers Purchase, Use and Trust Medical Devices based on market research sponsored by Propel Software.

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AION Labs introduces AI startup to hasten identification of active small molecules

Mobi Health News

ProPhet's aim is to bring down the time and cost of finding molecules for new drug targets.

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The Value of Health Data Utilities with Angie Bass from Velatura

Healthcare IT Today

The pressures for data exchange and interoperability have converged on the concept of a health data utility. At the DirectTrust conference, Angie Bass, Chief Strategy Officer at Velatura , describes this as a “unifying force” that is “supported like a public utility” to exchange data among health care facilities. However, the business opportunities no longer lie simply in exchanging data, which is a rock-bottom requirement.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Brook Health, Linus Health partner for cognitive care assessment

Mobi Health News

The partnership will facilitate same-day screening for people with Alzheimer's and other dementias.

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Q&A: Andreessen Horowitz on backing knownwell amid national expansion

Mobi Health News

Vineeta Agarwala, general partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) Bio + Health, sat down with MobiHealthNews to discuss knownwell's expansion into Texas.

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EHR Association Turns 20: Celebrating Two Decades of Groundbreaking Collaborations and Milestones

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Stephanie Jamison (Greenway Health), Chair, EHR Association Executive Committee It’s been 20 years since 21 of the industry’s leading EHR vendors came together to create the HIMSS EHR Vendor Association in 2004 to accelerate […] The article EHR Association Turns 20: Celebrating Two Decades of Groundbreaking Collaborations and Milestones appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Space-based 3D cell research opens the door for potential cancer therapies

Mobi Health News

The ISS National Lab and MicroQuin joined forces to analyze and pinpoint changes in cancer cells.

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AI talk shifts from hype to 'rational exuberance,' healthcare execs say at HLTH 2024

FierceHealthIT

At the HLTH 2024 conference in Las Vegas last week, attendees and exhibitors felt that the air had shifted around artificial intelligence. | The conversation around AI has shifted as health systems have begun to integrate operational solutions into their workflows.

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

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.

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Private MRI Scans in the UK: Types and Their Role in Disease Identification

Health and Wellness Blog | Uplifting People To Live A Healthier Life

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scans have become an invaluable tool in modern medical diagnostics. Unlike X-rays or CT scans, MRI scans use powerful magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the inside of the body, allowing doctors to diagnose and monitor a wide range of conditions without invasive procedures. In the UK, while […] The post Private MRI Scans in the UK: Types and Their Role in Disease Identification appeared first on Healthystic.

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Humana updates guidance as it beats on revenue, profit in Q3

FierceHealthIT

Humana updated its outlook for the year thanks to a Q3 where it beat the Street on both earnings and revenue. | Humana updated its outlook for the year thanks to a Q3 where it beat the Street on both earnings and revenue.

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Liverpool project integrates social housing data and NHS records

DigitalHealth

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and Prima Group are leading a project that integrates social care housing data into official NHS records.

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Bipartisan legislation aims to block Medicare cuts, boost physician pay in 2025

FierceHealthIT

Physicians and other healthcare practitioners may get a pay boost in 2025 through a bipartisan bill introduced in Congress on Tuesday. | The bill would increase the 2025 Physician Fee Schedule conversion factor by 4.73%, which would wipe out the expected 2.8% cut to the conversion factor and provide an approximately 1.9% inflationary payment increase for 2025.

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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.

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Chancellor pledges more than £2bn for NHS tech and digital

DigitalHealth

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has pledged to invest more than £2bn in NHS technology and digital in the Autumn Budget.

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Net profit remains elusive as Alignment Healthcare surpasses membership goals again

FierceHealthIT

Alignment Healthcare raised membership yet again following its third-quarter earnings, but the company is still not profitable. | Alignment Healthcare recorded another quarterly net loss but increased its membership expectations.

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AI software improves odds of good maternity care by 69%, say researchers

DigitalHealth

Women are more likely to receive good care during pregnancy when AI and other clinical software tools are used, researchers have found.

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CVS is expanding its MinuteClinics into primary care. Here's why

FierceHealthIT

In a bid to ease access challenges, CVS Health will offer in-network primary care to Aetna members in certain markets through its MinuteClinics. | In a bid to ease access challenges, CVS Health will offer in-network primary care to Aetna members in certain markets through its MinuteClinics.

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

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.

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How to equip NHS staff with cyber security skills they will use

DigitalHealth

Too often, cyber security training is a seen as a burden. But it is possible to make it relevant and useful, writes Nasser Arif.

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Teladoc CEO emphasizes course corrections as Q3 revenue, earnings beat the Street

FierceHealthIT

In the Q3 earnings call, Teladoc executives stressed the stability of the U.S. virtual care segment; It called BetterHelp a "company in transition.

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This Week’s Health IT Jobs – October 30, 2024

Healthcare IT Today

It can be very overwhelming scrolling though job board after job board in search of a position that fits your wants and needs. Let us take that stress away by finding a mix of great health IT jobs for you! We hope you enjoy this look at some of the health IT jobs we saw healthcare organizations trying to fill this week. Here’s a quick look at some of the health IT jobs we found: Director, Data Platform Solutions – Interwell Health Specialist – Information Technology – Atl

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Talkspace logs $1.9M Q3 profit driven by strong growth in payer, enterprise businesses

FierceHealthIT

Online therapy company Talkspace grew its revenue 23% in the third quarter, bringing in $47.4 million, and turned last year's net loss into a profit of $1.9 million. | Online therapy company Talkspace grew its revenue 23% in the third quarter, bringing in $47.4 million, and turned last year's net loss into a profit of $1.9 million.

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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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The U.S. BIOSECURE Act Misses the Urgent Need to Secure DNA Data

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Bruno Kurtic , Co-Founder, President, and CEO at Bedrock Security It’s becoming increasingly evident that the U.S. BIOSECURE Act will soon become the law of the land. The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the bill with strong bipartisan support, highlighting escalating national security concerns, particularly those related to cybersecurity and the protection of core intellectual property.

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CPT Code 99091 Billing and Reimbursement: A Key to Successful Remote Patient Monitoring

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

When it comes to Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM), understanding the intricacies of billing and reimbursement is essential for healthcare professionals. One of the critical billing codes associated with RPM is CPT Code 99091. This article will explore the billing process for CPT Code 99091, how it fits into the broader context of remote monitoring programs, and what it means for healthcare providers working with solutions like those offered by DrKumo.

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Leveraging Data Analytics and Technology to Address Population Health Challenges and Identify Trends

Healthcare IT Today

Though population health has been a concern for a long time, it really became a topic at the forefront of healthcare with the COVID-19 Pandemic. Through the pandemic, we not only put more emphasis on being able to track the spread of illnesses by location but also on identifying the challenges a community faces in staying safe and healthy. For example, our quick push towards a virtual world highlighted the struggles rural communities face with reliable network coverage that is needed to achieve