Fri.Dec 08, 2023

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2024 Predictions: Unveiling the future of healthcare mergers and acquisitions

Mobi Health News

In this contributed piece, Foley & Lardner's Nathaniel Lacktman and Louis Lehot discuss which categories of digital health hold the most potential for M&As and why.

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5 Recommendations for Strengthening Radiology Cybersecurity

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Jatin (JT) Thakkar, General Manager for Global Services and Solutions at Carestream Every day patients trust their health to the care of medical providers. They also place their personal health information (PHI) in their care. Sadly, ransomware attacks on healthcare delivery organizations are increasing in frequency and sophistication.

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Mosie Baby receives first 510(k) clearance for at-home artificial insemination kit

Mobi Health News

The kit was determined to be comparable to a device used in clinically-administered intrauterine insemination.

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Abridge Aims at Transparency, Reliability, and Credibility with Their Ambient Clinical Voice Solution

Healthcare IT Today

Started in 2018, Abridge now offers analytical generative AI to more than 55 specialties and many languages. In this video CEO and co-founder Shiv Rao, MD discusses their approach to quality, and how they can help with clinical notes, ordering, coding billing, and other aspects of health care using ambient clinical voice. Abridge offers “deep integration” with the EHR so doctors can use its capabilities within 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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NHS online GP registration service rolled out to over 2,000 practices

DigitalHealth

An NHS pledge to roll out a new online GP registration service to 2,000 GP practices by the end of the year has been achieved ahead of schedule.

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Here’s what you need to know about the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act

FierceHealthIT

A House vote on transparency regulations in healthcare could occur next week, potentially having substantial ramifications on how PBMs and hospitals operate. | Bipartisan anticipation is in the air for a potential vote in the House this week that would bring transparency to PBMs and ban spread pricing in Medicaid, but hospital groups are firmly opposed to provisions enacting site-neutral payment.

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Open AI, Legacy Firewalls, and Insurance Cyberbullying – Fun Friday

Healthcare IT Today

Happy Friday everyone! It’s been a while since we’ve done a Fun Friday article. We have had so much content from the various fall health IT conferences , that there just hasn’t been space for our usual Fun Friday series. However, I figured it was time to correct that this Friday. We all need a little humor going into the weekend.

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ?

DigitalHealth

Today's briefing includes Holly Health securing £650K in an investment and grant funding round and Sanofi partnering with Aqemia.

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Industry Voices—4 ways advanced primary care helps people thrive

FierceHealthIT

The role of primary care physician has been evolving – along with our understanding of medicine and the social drivers of whole health. | From reactive to proactive, and symptom-focused to holistic, primary care physicians are engaging more deeply with patients in four key ways.

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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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North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust deploys new LIMs

DigitalHealth

A new laboratory information management system (LIMS) from Clinisys has been unveiled at North West Anglia NHS FT to help speed up diagnoses.

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Epic, Elevance Health CEOs make a pitch for harnessing data, AI to support providers

FierceHealthIT

Healthcare technology giant Epic is leveraging its massive clinical research database, with data on 226 million patients, to develop a next-generation decision support tool for clinicians. | While sharing the stage at the Forbes event, Elevance Health CEO Gail Boudreaux and Judy Faulkner, the CEO of Epic, shared how the two organizations are using data and technology, including AI, to create "hyperconnectivity" in healthcare and bring data to providers' fingertips.

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Movers and Shakers news roundup

DigitalHealth

The final Movers and Shakers roundup of 2023 features appointments at Manchester University and The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trusts.

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Humana outlines plan to halve its emissions in next decade

FierceHealthIT

Humana is aiming to make a significant dent in its greenhouse gas emissions within the next decade. | Humana is aiming to make a significant dent in its greenhouse gas emissions within the next decade.

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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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Cambridge Uni Hospitals CEO apologises following patient data breaches

DigitalHealth

Cambridge University Hospitals has apologised after it mistakenly released private patient information in two major data breaches in 2020 and 2021.

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Chutes & Ladders—Prime Therapeutics has a new CFO

FierceHealthIT

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

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5 Healthcare Performance Improvement Initiatives Optimize Payer Ops

BHM Healthcare Solutions

Healthcare performance improvement initiatives emerge as key catalysts, intricately shaping the efficiency and effectiveness of payer operations. This article explores the substantial impact these initiatives wield in optimizing payer processes, ultimately elevating the quality of patient care. The post 5 Healthcare Performance Improvement Initiatives Optimize Payer Ops appeared first on BHM Healthcare Solutions.

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CVS Health Makes Changes Heading Into 2024

David Chou

CVS Health is actively undertaking a significant rebranding and expansion, signaling a crucial transformation in its business approach. The company is transitioning to fixed rates for reimbursements from pharmacy benefit managers and insurers. This shift aims to enhance transparency amid the growing scrutiny over high drug prices. Cost concerns cause millions of U.S. adults not to follow their prescribed medication regimens, according to a report from The Centers for Disease Control and Preventi

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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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How to Start Your Own Health Supplement Line in NJ

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

Do you know that approximately 74% of U.S. adults take dietary supplements? And most of the users agree that supplements are crucial to maintaining their health. Moreover, the dietary supplements market size is expected to grow at a compounding annual growth rate of 5.7% from 2023 to 2030. If you’re a serious entrepreneur, you can […] The post How to Start Your Own Health Supplement Line in NJ appeared first on Healthystic.

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Bipartisan reps introduce bill canceling 2024's 3.4% Medicare pay cut to physicians

FierceHealthIT

A bipartisan group of representatives has introduced a bill into the House that would undo a 2024 physician pay cut finalized last month by the Biden administration. | Provider groups have argued that the scheduled 3.4% cut would come as medical practice costs are set to rise 4.6%, potentially threatening Medicare patients' access to care. The bipartisan bill was quickly applauded by the AMA.

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Patient advocacy groups slam UnitedHealthcare over 'misleading' Medicare Advantage marketing

FierceHealthIT

Several patient advocacy organizations are urging the Biden administration to look into allegedly misleading marketing from UnitedHealthcare about its Medicare Advantage plans. | Several patient advocacy organizations are urging the Biden administration to look into allegedly misleading marketing from UnitedHealthcare about its Medicare Advantage plans.

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