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Oura smart ring company extends heart health capabilities

Mobi Health News

The company's new offerings will allow users to determine their cardiovascular age and overall cardiovascular health.

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How teleradiology can spur innovative new treatments while helping with the staffing crisis

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The healthcare industry is facing a critical shortage of skilled nuclear radiologists, threatening timely cancer treatment and care. With only 53% of training programs at full enrollment, innovative solutions are needed to address the staffing crisis. Teleradiology can help, as it enables nuclear radiologists to interpret scans remotely, increase flexibility in their work schedules and expand access to specialized expertise, said Dr.

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Exclusive: Flatiron Health, Association of Cancer Care Centers partner for clinical trial data

Mobi Health News

The companies will utilize Flatiron Clinical Pipe to connect electronic health records to electronic data capture for clinical trial data gathering.

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Rural chronic disease patients: Improving care access

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

How Azalea Health's telehealth and EHR tools integrate with partners' remote patient monitoring and chronic care management products to treat patients living in rural care deserts, shows Khue Tran, chief strategy officer.

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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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RAND: Hospitals charged insurers 254% more than Medicare rates in 2022

FierceHealthIT

The gap between insurance plans and Medicare's payments to hospitals for inpatient and outpatient services widened over the course of just a couple of years, a new study from RAND Corporation | A new report from RAND Corporation highlighted just how much more employers and private insurers are paying hospitals for inpatient and outpatient services.

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Talkspace expands online mental health therapy to millions of Medicare members

FierceHealthIT

Online therapy provider Talkspace is making a big push into the Medicare market, rolling out to approximately 13 million members in 11 states. | Talkspace plans to expand to all 33 million traditional Medicare members, coupled with several Medicare Advantage plans, across all 50 states by the end of the year.

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HTI-1 Final Rule: Implications for Healthcare Providers – Focus on DSI and Algorithmic Transparency

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Nitin Kunte, Sr. Director at NTT DATA On February 8, 2024, the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) published the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability (HTI-1) Final Rule in the Federal Register, which took effect on March 11, 2024. This comprehensive regulation introduces vital updates to the certification program, promotes algorithm transparency, and establishes critical standards for information sharing among he

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Bishoy Dimitri: A CCIO on a mission to empower patients

DigitalHealth

Bishoy Dimitri, CCIO at Oxford University Hospitals, chats to Digital Health about his career to date, digital priorities and ambitions for the next year.

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Evernorth: How employers can take the lead on addressing youth mental health

FierceHealthIT

Mental health concerns among youth continue to rise, and employers can play a significant role in mitigating these challenges, according to a new study from Cigna's Evernorth division. | Mental health concerns among youth continue to rise, and employers can play a significant role in mitigating these challenges, according to a new study from Cigna's Evernorth division.

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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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Imperial College Healthcare expands patient research database

DigitalHealth

The research resource knowledge bank at Imperial College Healthcare NHS trust has been expanded to all patients, allowing them to be involved with research.

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Empatica and McRoberts Partnership Achieves 200+ Endpoints and Opens Platform to External Algorithm Developers

Digital Health Global

BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Empatica , a pioneer in digital biomarker development and patient monitoring driven by AI, and McRoberts , one of the leaders in ambulatory monitoring of physical activity, announce the integration of all 71 McRoberts endpoints in Empatica’s digital biomarkers portfolio and FDA-cleared platform, bringing its total offering to over 200.

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Jersey General Hospital implements electronic prescribing for outpatients

DigitalHealth

The Government of Jersey’s Health and Community Services (HCS) has implemented a new electronic prescription system at Jersey General Hospital.

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Kaiser Permanente posts 3.4% operating margin, billions in net income for Q1 2024

FierceHealthIT

Kaiser Permanente kicked off 2024 with $935 million of operating income (3.4% operating margin) and more than $2.7 billion of net income when excluding a one-time, $4.6 billion net asset gain from | The integrated nonprofit's operations more than quadrupled the return of last year's first quarter, though the organization said its performance still lags pre-pandemic numbers.

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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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ICBs allocated £48m for digital pathways, demand and capacity tools

DigitalHealth

NHS England have announced funding of £48m for integrated care boards to fund capabilities relating to digital pathways and demand and capacity tools.

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Investors 'cautiously optimistic' about the state of the digital health market

FierceHealthIT

At the American Telemedicine Association’s Nexus conference in Phoenix, three investors talked digital health investing trends they’ve observed so far this year. | While 2023 was a tough year for digital health investment, three investors discussed the investment trends they're seeing this year and the state of artificial intelligence.

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How can the NHS Federated Data Platform help meet patient needs of today and tomorrow?

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: The NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP) has the potential to significantly improve how the NHS meets patient needs, both today and in the future. Here's how: Improved Care Coordination: Reduced Information Silos: FDP connects patient information across different NHS organizations, allowing for a more holistic view of their health journey.

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Fierce Healthcare Fundraising Tracker—Lore banks $80M to tackle loneliness; Clinical AI startup SmarterDx snags $50M

FierceHealthIT

At Fierce Healthcare, we keep track of all the venture capital being funneled into the health tech and digital health industries. | Lore Health uses AI technology paired with a first-of-its-kind social network to promote healthy lifestyles and combat isolation. The startup picked up $80 million in fresh funding. Check out that fundraising deal along with other recent venture capital funding rounds.

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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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Association of British HealthTech Industries unveil their Plan for HealthTech manifesto

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: The Association of British HealthTech Industries (ABHI) unveiled their "Plan for HealthTech" manifesto, outlining a 10-point plan for the UK government to make the nation a global leader in health technology. The plan emphasises harnessing the potential of the health tech sector to benefit patients, medical professionals, and the UK economy.

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UPMC pays $38M to settle 12-year-old whistleblower case

FierceHealthIT

UPMC is putting a 12-year-old False Claims Act suit to bed with a $38 million settlement payment. | Plaintiffs had alleged that the nonprofit system was overcompensating neurosurgeons to refer patients to its facilities for procedures. A spokesperson for UPC said the organization was "pleased" to resolve the case believed to be one of the highest payouts for a False Claims case not taken up by the government.

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5 Ways Health Systems Can Optimize Behavioral Health Services

Iris Telehealth

Behavioral health is an essential part of care, and helping ensure your health system is equipped with the clinicians you need, high-quality services, and a support team to help provide guidance and help track and improve metrics are all key components of a successful behavioral health approach. In this blog, we outline the five ways health systems can optimize the behavioral health services at their organization. 1.

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Survey: Here’s how the legal landscape for telehealth insurance coverage has changed since 2019

FierceHealthIT

Popular digital health law firm Foley & Lardner releas | Law firm Foley & Lardner released a new 50-state survey that compares telehealth laws from 2019 to 2024. While more states have moved towards payment parity for telehealth, remote monitoring lacks coverage requirements in half of states.

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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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How to Get the Most Engagement from Members with Remote Patient Monitoring

AMC Health

Properly engaging individuals with chronic conditions, such as hypertension, is critical for developing an efficient care plan to reduce ongoing complications. To accomplish this, many payers and providers are integrating emerging technologies, such as remote patient monitoring (RPM), to deliver on-demand services that can improve the well-being of members.

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How Virgin Australia Made An 'Enterprise Architecture Brain'

LeanIX

Virgin Australia credits LeanIX with enabling their successful enterprise architecture practice. Discover how the airline leveraged our software to build an "enterprise architecture brain" in just 68 days.

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The added value of virtual reality to parent–child interaction therapy: a qualitative study with parents and therapists

BMC Digital Health

Virtual reality (VR) is one of the most rapidly growing technological advancements being studied, developed, and implemented in mental health care. It offers a wide array of possibilities that go beyond the tr.

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How to maximize the value of your data with AI governance

Redox

Data is an organization’s most strategic asset, especially when pursuing complex AI use cases. In this episode of Diagnosing Healthtech, Databrick’s Global Industry Lead for Healthcare & Life Sciences Mike Sanky joins Redox to share how a data governance strategy can help organizations earn trust, mitigate risk, and leverage the full power of AI.

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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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Integrating RPM Data into Electronic Health Records

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or professional healthcare guidance. In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare technology, the integration of Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) data into Electronic Health Records (EHRs) stands as a pivotal advancement poised to revolutionize patient care delivery.

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RFX Solutions Closes on $9 Million in Series A Funding to Revolutionize Healthcare Compliance through SaaS Technology

Healthcare IT Today

In a move towards transforming healthcare compliance, RFX Solutions , a trailblazer in SaaS compliance software for healthcare facilities, is proud to announce a $9 million Series A funding round led by Arthur Ventures. This investment underscores the confidence in RFX Solutions’ mission to streamline and enhance compliance processes in healthcare settings.

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MHRA policy paper on the 'Impact of AI on the regulation of medical products'

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: The MHRA is aware of the positive impact AI can have on healthcare and is committed to regulating AI in medical devices effectively. They will balance promoting innovation with ensuring public safety. They are working with other organisations to develop best practices for AI in medicine and will use AI responsibly to improve healthcare.