Wed.Nov 01, 2023

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“My Doctor’s Office” Should Accept Wearable Tech Health Data, Most Patients Say

Health Populi

“Do personal health trackers belong in the doctor’s office?” Software Advice wondered. “Yes,” the company’s latest consumer survey found, details of which are discussed in a report published on their website. Unique to this study is the patient sample polled: Software Advice surveyed 876 patients in September 2023 to gauge their perspectives on wearable tech and health.

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AI-enabled radiology performance platform Covera Health secures $50M

Mobi Health News

The company also finalized its acquisition of fellow AI-powered radiology quality assurance company CoRead.

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Navigating the AI revolution in medicine: from liability and technicalities to ethics and policy

KevinMD

The current landscape of AI in medicine. Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into health care is a complex yet transformative journey. As AI becomes increasingly indispensable, the medical community faces a paradigm shift—from being accountable for using AI to potentially being liable for not using it. In this article, we will explore the multifaceted implications of Read more… Navigating the AI revolution in medicine: from liability and technicalities to ethics and policy originally appear

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Care enablement platform IKS Health acquires AQuity Solutions for $200M

Mobi Health News

The acquisition combines IKS Health's tech-enabled ambulatory care offerings with AQuity's acute care solutions pertaining to clinical documentation.

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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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Suki expands availability of its ambient AI clinical documentation platform

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Suki announced the expansion of its ambient artificial intelligence technology, Suki Assistant, to more than 20 independent practices, including Capital City Primary and Immediate Care. The application is a voice assistant that generates notes in real-time by listening to patient-clinician interactions. It can be used for clinical documentation, diagnosis coding, real-time information retrieval from the electronic health record and other applications.

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Tele-stroke tech improves care and provider confidence at Essentia Health-Fargo

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Essentia Health-Fargo did not necessarily have a specific problem that led it to implement tele-stroke technology. Rather, the implementation stemmed from a desire to be proactive in delivering the best care possible. A PROACTIVE MOVE "Per AHA/ASA Stroke Care Guidelines, tele-stroke implementation is effective in triaging patients for IV thrombolytics and endovascular therapy," said Chelsey Kuznia, RN, SCRN, stroke program manager at Essentia Health-Fargo, DNV Certified Comprehensive S

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How behavioral health tech can help overcome adoption hurdles among neurodiverse populations

FierceHealthIT

Technologies like wearables and virtual reality could become key tools in engaging neurodiverse patient populations, streamlining provider workflows and tracking outcomes, payers, therapists and te | Speakers at a virtual roundtable commended technologies like wearables and virtual reality (VR) for their potential to engage neurodiverse patients, streamline provider workflows, and measure and improve outcomes.

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AI Diagnostic Fund worth £21m to be shared by 64 NHS trusts

DigitalHealth

The £21m AI Diagnostic Fund is to be split between 64 NHS trusts to speed up the diagnosis of lung cancer and how quickly patients can access treatment.

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AI and the Human Touch: Embracing a Symbiotic Future

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Ed Watal, Founder and Principal at Intellibus It seems as if every news outlet, talking head, and business influencer has been talking about AI — and for good reason. Though artificial intelligence is not a new concept, the latest innovations in what the technology can do for business, news, media, art, and finance are taking the world by storm.

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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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New standards released to ensure medical AI is safe and effective

DigitalHealth

Healthcare professionals can harness artificial intelligence safely and effectively by following a new set of patient and industry-agreed standards.

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What Tools are Needed to Better Handle Cloud in Healthcare?

Healthcare IT Today

There are a lot of amazing things that the cloud is capable of doing in healthcare. But as a newer technology, there are still some areas that it falls behind. So as we are looking into the cloud and possibly adding it to our organizations, we need to be looking at some additional tools that can help you better manage your cloud efforts in healthcare.

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CMS finalizes $140M increase to home health payments

FierceHealthIT

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a rule Wednesday that increases the 2024 home health payments by 0.8%, or $140 million. | CMS' new proposed rule will increase home health payments by 0.8%, or $140M, among other changes.

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Featured Health IT Job: Data Warehouse ETL Developer and Administrator (Epic)

Healthcare IT Today

We like to regularly feature a healthcare IT job that might be of interest to readers. Today, we’re featuring the Data Warehouse ETL Developer and Administrator (Epic) position that was recently posted on Healthcare IT Central. This position was posted by Stoltenberg Consulting Inc. and is remote. Here’s a description of the position: Now seeking a Data Warehouse ETL Developer and Administrator with Epic Clarity certification for a 12-month remote client health system engagement.

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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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AI and data: Consent to use of data ‘a sticking plaster for broken systems’

DigitalHealth

Issues around consent in AI and data cannot be addressed through legal processes or focusing on patients’ rights and autonomy, suggested an expert panel.

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Humana raises MA enrollment projections again, beats EPS market estimates

FierceHealthIT

Humana expects to add 35,000 more members to its Medicare Advantage (MA) plans and grow by 19% in 2023 to reach approximately 860,000 members, an increase of about 85,000 more members than projecte | Utilization rates and popularity in MA offerings remain high, Humana announced during its third-quarter earnings call.

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Tunstall Healthcare Group signs MoU with the University of Edinburgh

DigitalHealth

A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between Tunstall Healthcare Group and the University of Edinburgh to develop AI-powered digital solutions.

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UHealth: Supporting the unique ITSM needs of an Academic Medical Center

Optimum Healthcare IT

Read Time: < 1 min We addressed UHealth's challenge of creating an independent service for their healthcare operations through a tailored ServiceNow solution. Continue reading UHealth: Supporting the unique ITSM needs of an Academic Medical Center at Optimum Healthcare IT.

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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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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ?

DigitalHealth

This coffee briefing features the Maple Centre at Milton Keynes University Hospital celebrating its first birthday and the use of two innovative apps.

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AI in Healthcare: Separating Hype from Reality

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Stephen Dean, co-founder, Keona Health. If you were to believe all the headlines you read about AI in healthcare, you’d probably think that AI will be curing cancer and replacing doctors within the year. I […] The article AI in Healthcare: Separating Hype from Reality appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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HIStalk Interviews B.J. Schaknowski, CEO, Symplr

HIStalk Interviews

B.J. Schaknowski, MBA is CEO of Symplr of Houston, TX.

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KeborMed Achieves ISO 13485 Certification for its Connected Care Platform

Digital Health Global

CLEVELAND–(BUSINESS WIRE)–KeborMed, the connected care platform, announced today it attained the ISO 13485 certification for its quality management system. This milestone marks a significant step in the company’s journey, ensuring its Platform as a Service (PaaS), catering to a diverse range of cloud-based MedTech and Digital Pharma solutions, continues to set the gold standard in quality and safety.

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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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'Podnosis': A look at Blue Shield of California's new pharmacy benefits model

FierceHealthIT

In this week's episode of “Podnosis,” we explore Blue Shield of California's plan to transform its pharmacy model. | In this week's episode of “Podnosis,” we explore Blue Shield of California's plan to transform its pharmacy model. This includes a shift away from the traditional PBM relationship in favor of forming partnerships with five companies: Amazon Pharmacy, Abarca, Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs Company, CVS Caremark, and Prime Therapeutics.

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Aktivolabs joins Innovators’ Network at American Heart Association Center for Health Technology & Innovation

Digital Health Global

American Heart Association consortium advances development of evidence-based health tech solutions LAS VEGAS & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aktivolabs, a digital health science company on a mission to prevent chronic diseases globally, announced today it has joined the American Heart Association Center for Health Technology & Innovation (the Center) Innovators’ Network.

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Farewell with gratitude

Redox

After a lot of thought, it’s time for me to transition out of my role as CEO at Redox. I’ve put an incredible amount of my life into Redox and will forever be proud of the impact we’ve had. I believe that the next phase of Redox is better served by a new CEO, someone who has experienced this next stage of company scale. We are in a perfect position to drive accelerated impact as we scale our offerings across an expanded customer base.

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Sempre Health partners with Organon on pricing program that ties patient copays to adherence

FierceHealthIT

Sempre Health launched eight years ago with a text-based solution that gives patients a financial incentive to refill medications on time. | Sempre Health has added two of Organon's asthma therapies to its platform that gives patients a financial incentive to refill medications on time.

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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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UHealth: Supporting the unique ITSM needs of an Academic Medical Center

Optimum Healthcare IT

Read Time: < 1 min We addressed UHealth's challenge of creating an independent service for their healthcare operations through a tailored ServiceNow solution. Continue reading UHealth: Supporting the unique ITSM needs of an Academic Medical Center at Optimum Healthcare IT.

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Health tech company IKS Health picks up AQuity for $200M to broaden its reach to hospitals

FierceHealthIT

IKS Health, a company that provides administrative, clinical, operational and revenue tech solutions, acquired AQuity Solutions for $200 million to broaden its services from ambulatory care provide | IKS Health, a company that provides administrative, clinical, operational and revenue tech solutions, acquired AQuity Solutions for $200 million to broaden its services from ambulatory care providers to hospitals.

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Clinical Trial and Design Principles in Oncology

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

Clinical trials serve as a pivot point for developing new oncology drugs and the timely delivery of safe and efficient treatments to patients. Adaptively designed and biomarker-driven evaluations of molecularly targeted agents and immune therapies in chosen patient subsets have replaced traditional studies evaluating cytotoxic chemotherapy in largely histology-based populations in clinical trials.

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