TeleRare Health launches to offer virtual care to rare disease patients
Mobi Health News
MAY 1, 2024
The new platform for will offer video visits for rare disease diagnosis and longitudinal care.
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Telemedicine, enabled with responsible AI, can improve the patient experience
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
MAY 1, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the integration of virtual care has become pivotal in reshaping patient experiences. Amanda Bury, chief commercial officer at Infermedica, a digital health company specializing in AI-powered systems for symptom analysis and patient triage, knows telehealth's potential to enhance and optimize patient experiences and outcomes while emphasizing convenience, affordability and empowerment – tying in responsible AI innovation and strategies for e
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TeleRare Health launches to offer virtual care to rare disease patients
Mobi Health News
MAY 1, 2024
The new platform for will offer video visits for rare disease diagnosis and longitudinal care.
Walmart announces closing of clinics and virtual care
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
MAY 1, 2024
Walmart is closing Walmart Health and Walmart Health Virtual Care, saying the business model was not profitable nor sustainable. The Walmart Health centers opened in 2019. "Through our experience managing Walmart Health centers and Walmart Health Virtual Care, we determined there is not a sustainable business model for us to continue," the company said by statement.
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.
Walmart announces closing of clinics and virtual care
Mobi Health News
MAY 1, 2024
Walmart is closing Walmart Health and Walmart Health Virtual Care, saying the business model was not profitable nor sustainable. The Walmart Health centers opened in 2019. "Through our experience managing Walmart Health centers and Walmart Health Virtual Care, we determined there is not a sustainable business model for us to continue," the company said by statement.
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GE HealthCare stock falls 14% after release of its first quarter earnings
Mobi Health News
MAY 1, 2024
The health tech giant reported lower-than-expected sales and profits in the first quarter, resulting in its shares plummeting.
Hospitals' patient experience, preventable infection improving after pandemic struggles, Leapfrog finds
FierceHealthIT
MAY 1, 2024
The latest batch of Hospital Safety Grades from independent watchdog The Leapfrog Group suggest that patients’ care experiences, which deteriorated during and since the pandemic, may finally be tur | New data from the watchdog reflecting CMS-reported patient safety measures show that hospitals are, on average, working their way back from patient experience and hospital-acquired infection scores that plummeted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This Week’s Health IT Jobs – May 1, 2024
Healthcare IT Today
MAY 1, 2024
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 of Business Development – Healthcare Information Technology – Planet Technology Coding Mana
New collective of women's health companies aims to scale access to specialty care
FierceHealthIT
MAY 1, 2024
A newly formed group of women’s health companies aims to tackle gaps in care, with a focus on improving outcomes while reducing costs. | A newly formed group of women’s health companies aims to tackle gaps in care, with a focus on improving outcomes while reducing costs.
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.
InterSystems TrakCare implemented by Digital Health and Care Wales
DigitalHealth
MAY 1, 2024
Digital Health and Care Wales is rolling out InterSystems TrakCare to help streamline pathology operations across NHS Wales.
HHS modernizes disability rights rule, stresses importance of enforcement
FierceHealthIT
MAY 1, 2024
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced an update to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Tuesday, fortifying support for Americans with disabilities. | HHS finalized a proposed rule from September, granting greater protections to individuals with disabilities. Secretary Xavier Becerra says the department is willing to help providers meet new standards.
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals implements AI software for stroke patients
DigitalHealth
MAY 1, 2024
New AI software has been rolled out at the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals' stroke unit, which is helping clinicians with their decision making.
CVS lowers 2024 guidance as it misses on profit, revenue in Q1
FierceHealthIT
MAY 1, 2024
CVS Health is lowering its guidance for the year after a first-quarter miss on both profit and revenue. | The company posted $1.1 billion in profit for the quarter as well as $88.4 billion in revenue. Both fell short of Wall Street analysts' expectations, according to Zacks Investment Research.
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.
First two speakers for AI and Data 2024 announced
DigitalHealth
MAY 1, 2024
The first two confirmed speakers for October's AI and Data 2024 event have officially been announced - find out who they are.
How the virtual care market is shaking out in 2024 as Walmart, Optum exit the telehealth business
FierceHealthIT
MAY 1, 2024
News this week that Walmart is shuttering all 51 health cen | Many digital health leaders say recent moves by Walmart and Optum to exit telehealth are not a signal that the telehealth era is over but that the virtual care market is moving away from commoditized models like virtual urgent care.
Lean Digital: Behavior Change for Weight and Obesity
Healthcare IT Today
MAY 1, 2024
Internet-based tracking and coaching are being employed wherever health becomes a matter of lifestyle. Technologies can reach into every detail of a patient’s life: how to eat when they visit a buffet, where’s a good place to take a walk nearby, etc. This article, part of a series about obesity , interviews a number of experts to explore the philosophy and practice of behavioral therapy for obesity.
HIMSS EMRAM: Enovacom’s expert guide
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MAY 1, 2024
The HIMSS EMRAM (Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model) certification is an internationally recognised quality label that demonstrates a healthcare organisation's commitment to improving care through effective use of electronic medical records. Enovacom's new, free guide provides structured support to progress through the stages of EMRAM to reach peak digital maturity.
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
Healthie and Dock Health Integrate to Drive Operational Efficiencies and Enable Workforce Resiliency With Its HIPAA-Compliant Work Management Platform
Digital Health Global
MAY 1, 2024
Partnership delivers an integrated workforce management solution to optimize workflows, enhance employee collaboration and improve operational excellence GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Dock Health , the only HITRUST-certified platform for healthcare work management, today announced its partnership with Healthie to deliver secure, streamlined operations for virtual-first care teams and organizations with intelligent workflow automation and task collaboration.
Three Tough RCM Questions with Michael Quinn from Inovalon
Healthcare IT Today
MAY 1, 2024
Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) is hot topic right now due to the cybersecurity incident at Change Healthcare. Hear honest answers to tough questions related to that incident and how AI will impact RCM. To explore this topic, Healthcare IT Today , wanted to ask an executive that works in this area to come on-camera for a “Three Tough Questions” interview.
Aging in place -- moving costs money -- and so does staying home
Aging in Place Technology Watch
MAY 1, 2024
Aging in place -- sounds good, but for many, it won't work. The optimistic older adults like their home -- and they tell survey firms that they're going to stay. We've heard this before. Ironically, in those days, it may have been a practical idea -- but as older adults age into the years in which they need care, the rising cost of the care they need may outpace their ability to pay, so what then?
'Podnosis': Inside the plans to build a health innovation hub in New Jersey’s SciTech Scity
FierceHealthIT
MAY 1, 2024
Did you know about SciTech City, a developing mini city in Jersey City? It's quickly becoming a hub for investment, although it might not be widely known yet. | This week on "Podnosis," Fierce Healthcare Senior Writer Anastassia Gliadkovskaya dives into the details of the innovation hub being built in New Jersey's SciTech City.
Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide
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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.
Digital sleep clinic: assessing efficacy of continuous positive airway pressure through sleep staging via connected devices: a study protocol
BMC Digital Health
MAY 1, 2024
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a multisystemic chronic disease with disabling symptoms, cardiometabolic comorbidities and reduction in physical activity. Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the sta.
Healthcare Dealmakers—Kaiser wraps Geisinger buy; Advocate Health sells off MobileHelp and more
FierceHealthIT
MAY 1, 2024
Healthcare mergers and acquisitions are in no short supply as providers, health tech companies, retailers and other industry players look to expand their businesses and gain a competitive edge. | Novant Health's regulatory roadblocks, Medical Properties Trusts' real estate sell-offs, CVS Health's new MA broker and more M&A news from April.
Learn How to File 2023 ACA Corrections
ACA Times
MAY 1, 2024
Now that ACA reporting season is behind us, it’s time to submit any required ACA corrections. Read on to learn if you need to and how to do so. The post Learn How to File 2023 ACA Corrections first appeared on The ACA Times.
EmblemHealth taps maternal telehealth startup SimpliFed to expand access to baby feeding support
FierceHealthIT
MAY 1, 2024
EmblemHealth, a New York-based not-for-profit health insurer, has tapped virtual maternal health startup SimpliFed to provide members with easier access to baby feeding and breastfeeding servi | EmblemHealth, a New York-based not-for-profit health insurer, has tapped maternal telehealth startup SimpliFed to provide members with easier access to baby feeding and breastfeeding services.
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Health Recovery Solutions Announces Matt Stautberg as New Chief Financial Officer
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Health Recovery Solutions Adds Expert Strategist Matt Stautberg to Spearhead Its Financial Operations
Introduction to 99453 CPT Code
DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring
MAY 1, 2024
Disclaimer: The information provided is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Readers are advised to consult healthcare professionals for specific questions or concerns regarding the 99453 CPT code or medical coding. In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, the adoption of remote patient monitoring (RPM) has emerged as a transformative solution for enhancing patient care and optimizing healthcare delivery.
Trump, Biden admin policy heads agree: Price transparency is here to stay
FierceHealthIT
MAY 1, 2024
Price transparency and the No Surprises Act are still in their infancy, but providers and health plans would be smart to comply now to avoid facing unnecessary penalties, warned President Trump’s f | Speaking at a recent virtual summit, former HHS Secretary Alex Azar and current CMS Chief Transformation Officer Douglas Jacobs, M.D., touted their administrations' work on price transparency and suggested that provider and payer holdouts should plan to come onboard soon.
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