Tue.Jan 09, 2024

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Amazon announces Health Condition Programs for digital health access

Mobi Health News

At JPM24, the tech giant announced plans to expand individuals' access to digital health benefits, tapping chronic care management company Omada Health as a partner.

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Indonesia expands robotic telesurgery project with Iran

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Robotic telesurgery continues to take off in Indonesia with the support of the government of Iran. The Robotic Telesurgery Center, a project between the two governments, is being expanded to connect the western and eastern islands of Indonesia at a distance of 3,500 kilometres. The Haji Adam Malik Central General Hospital, North Sumatra in western Indonesia and the Dr Wahidin Sudirohusodo Makassar, Sulawesi in eastern Indonesia recently signed a memorandum of understanding to join the project.

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Virtual reality platform XRHealth scores $6M

Mobi Health News

The funding marks the completion of the company's merger with Amelia Virtual Care and the investment will be used to support the combined companies' growth.

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Withings unveils BeamO at CES 2024: it is the first device that can take 4 different measurements in complete autonomy

Digital Health Global

During CES 2024 in Las Vegas, Withings unveiled its new “4-in-1” device, BeamO. It is a smart device that can be used at home to self-monitor certain vital parameters , without the intervention of a doctor and without the need to travel to a hospital facility. This “multiscope,” an at home self-monitoring smart device will be able to measure body temperature, blood oxygenation (SpO2), perform an electrocardiogram (ECG) and emulate the functions of a digital stethoscope.

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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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Pharmacy Interoperability and Pharmacy Perspectives Coming Out of the ONC Annual Meeting

Healthcare IT Today

It never ceases to amaze me how integral the role of the pharmacist could be to a patient and how many pharmacists are relegated to counting pills and checking insurance. I first experienced this in my first healthcare job which included handling IT support for the pharmacy. Yes, the pharmacist has to make sure the prescription is filled properly and the patient gets the right number of pills.

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Navigating the Path to AI Adoption in Healthcare: 5 Steps for Success

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Archie Mayani, Chief Product Officer at GHX Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a game-changer in various industries, but its integration into healthcare has been a more gradual process. While healthcare has undoubtedly made strides in harnessing AI’s potential, there’s still ample room for growth and development.

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Intelligent Ultrasound launch AI software for gestational age estimation

DigitalHealth

Intelligent Ultrasound is aiming to revolutionise the process of estimating gestational age through its AI-powered ScanNav FetalCheck.

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Certainly Health Raises $2.3M in Funding to Enable Consumers to Book Any Doctor With Upfront Prices

Healthcare IT Today

First-Of-Its-Kind Marketplace for Insured Patients to Book Health Providers Without Surprise Bills Certainly Health , a healthcare marketplace for booking medical and cosmetic care with upfront prices, announces today that it has received $2.3M in funding led by Pacific 8 Ventures , Y-Combinator , and other institutional and angel investors. The new infusion of capital will be used to expand the team and improve the company’s product.

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Study: Drug interventions appear to have fewer disparities than other types of obesity care

FierceHealthIT

Pharmacological interventions demonstrate fewer disparities in obesity treatment than behavioral and surgical treatment, a new literature review has found. | While most behavioral and surgical treatment studies reveal disparities in weight loss and clinical outcomes, pharmacological studies reveal minimal to no evidence of disparities and favorable outcomes for minorities.

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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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FCI members to vote at AGM on becoming special interest group of BCS

DigitalHealth

Members of the Faculty of Clinical Informatics (FCI) are set to vote at the AGM on whether it should become part of the British Computer Society (BCS).

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JPM24: Jefferson Health says LVHN merger would double its insurance business within 2 years

FierceHealthIT

To diversify its revenue stream, the Philadelphia-based nonprofit wants to make health insurance a much larger part of its business.

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DHSC to act on recommendation to increase use of digital pathology

DigitalHealth

The DHSC has said it will act on a UK National Screening Committee recommendation to increase the use of digital pathology to examine body tissue samples.

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Walgreens to settle Humana arbitration dispute for $360M

FierceHealthIT

Walgreens has agreed to a $360 million settlement in arbitration dispute with Humana, the company disclosed late last week. | Walgreens has agreed to a $360 million settlement in arbitration dispute with Humana, the company disclosed late last week.

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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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Devon Sexual Health Services implement new EPR and PHR

DigitalHealth

Inform Health has delivered a new patient health record and electronic patient record to Devon Sexual Health Services, giving patients more autonomy.

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CMS opens door for New York Medicaid investments

FierceHealthIT

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services approved New York's amended Medicaid section 1115 demonstration on Tuesday, spurring the agency to invest in behavioral health and health equity initiat | CMS is helping revamp Medicaid in New York, including more than $3 billion in investments for high-risk social needs services.

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Healthcare Interoperability, Data, and Cloud – 2024 Health IT Predictions

Healthcare IT Today

As we kick off 2024, we wanted to start the new year with a series of 2024 Health IT predictions. We asked the Healthcare IT Today community to submit their predictions and we received a wide ranging set of responses that we grouped into a number of themes. In fact, we got so many that we had to narrow them down to just the best and most interesting.

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HRS Applauded by Frost & Sullivan for Transforming Remote Care Delivery

Health Recovery Solutions

HRS’ RPM solutions enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction, optimize hospital bed utilization, improve quality, reduce costs, and curb readmissions across diverse healthcare settings.

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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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JPM24: Scripps Health strengthens digital fortifications with ex-FBI cybercrime lead

FierceHealthIT

SAN FRANCISCO — Scripps Health’s 2021 cyberattack was a ma | After a disastrous 2021 attack threw its systems into disarray, the San Diego nonprofit's executives said they have been planning for an inevitable next strike.

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Overcoming Challenges For Effective Contract Management In VBC

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Shyam Manoj Karunakaran, executive vice president of health plans, CitiusTech. While VBC (Value based care) is the current focus point for the healthcare industry, it is important for organizations in this sector to ensure […] The article Overcoming Challenges For Effective Contract Management In VBC appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Smart Wearables Leader Zepp Health Unveils the Amazfit Helio Ring for Optimum Athletic Performance at CES 2024

Digital Health Global

Zepp Health also debuted Zepp Clarity Pixie smart hearing aids, for people of all lifestyles who experience hearing loss. MILPITAS, Calif. & LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)– CES — Zepp Health Corporation (“Zepp Health”) (NYSE: ZEPP), a global leader in smart wearables and health technology, today revealed key evolutions in its smart wearable portfolio at Pepcom’s Digital Experience at CES.

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JPM24: Centene CEO London sees growing bipartisan backing for the ACA's exchanges

FierceHealthIT

Enrollment in plans through the Affordable Care Act's exchanges continues to grow, and Centene CEO Sarah London said she is seeing growing bipartisan support for the individual market in tandem.

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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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Atlanta Rural Digital Health Innovator Announces Exciting Rebranding with a New Name and Identity as myphysician360

Digital Health Global

ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Physician 360, Inc., a digital health company that addresses the needs of the medically underserved in rural areas, is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its evolution as it unveils a new corporate identity. After careful consideration and strategic planning, myphysician360, formerly known as Physician 360, is thrilled to announce its rebranding and significant expansion of its telemedicine services provided through local community pharmacists in r

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JPM24, Day 2: Cigna, major providers take the conference stage

FierceHealthIT

It's officially a new year for the healthcare industry, as biopharma executives, investors, reporters and others make the annual trek to the Westin St. | Get the latest healthcare and health tech news from the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco.

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Claudia Douglass joins Grant Thornton as Healthcare industry growth leader

Digital Health Global

Three-decade healthcare industry veteran tapped to help clients navigate strategic transformation and embrace new opportunities CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Grant Thornton LLP, one of America’s largest providers of audit and assurance, tax and advisory services, today announced that Claudia Douglass has joined the firm as a principal and Healthcare industry growth leader.

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Balancing Technology, Healthcare Carts, and Clinical Effectiveness

AMD Telemedicine

Since the game-changing pandemic, the healthcare system has experienced an increased patient workload. This shift has left healthcare providers looking for how to improve clinical efficiency and overall healthcare workflow management — often by improving clinical workflow, reducing cart clutter, and simplifying IT management. Virtual care platforms and documentation systems in healthcare settings are necessary but often result in significant time consumption (which can be detrimental, especially

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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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MedaSystems Secures Additional Funding from Debiopharm Innovation Fund to Accelerate Global Access to Pre-approval Treatment

Digital Health Global

MENLO PARK, Calif. & LAUSANNE, Switzerland–(BUSINESS WIRE)–MedaSystems, a pioneer in software to provide access to pre-approval medicine, is pleased to announce additional funding from Debiopharm Innovation Fund , the strategic investment arm of Swiss biopharmaceutical company Debiopharm, motivated by their vision of patient centric, data-enabled clinical research and enabling patients to access novel treatments sooner.

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Industry Voices—Collective action is the key to decarbonizing healthcare

FierceHealthIT

This year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference, better known as COP28, featured its first official Health Day. | The healthcare sector, contributing to 8.5% of U.S. national emissions, must actively tackle the intersection of environmental and public health challenges through collaborative decarbonization efforts.

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Vitality and Tangelo Launch Partnership to Deliver Food as Medicine Benefits

Digital Health Global

Collaboration underscores importance of nutrition access, education and behavior change as key factors in longevity and disease prevention CHICAGO & BIRMINGHAM, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–To offer increased access and encourage greater consumption of nutritious foods among its members, Vitality Group , a global health and wellbeing company specializing in behavior change, is partnering with Tangelo to administer Food as Medicine at scale.