Tue.Sep 24, 2024

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Pomelo Care acquires the Doula Network to offer hybrid maternity care model

FierceHealthIT

Pomelo Care, a value-based virtual provider of maternity care, has acquired the Doula Network, now offering virtual and in-person maternity care. | The acquisition expands the company’s reach to more than 15 million covered lives, including more than 1 in 6 Medicaid beneficiaries nationally.

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We need ‘a report like Darzi’s’ on NHS IT

DigitalHealth

The ‘honesty and speed’ of Lord Darzi’s independent investigation into the state of the NHS is impressive - and the IT community must respond to his call for a “tilt to technology”.

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Healthcare AI - Provenance of AI outputs

Healthcare Exchange Standards

AI is the focus of the HL7 Workgroup Plus meeting this week. As I sit in on the presentations, I find that there are some efforts that the Security WG has already put in place that are not understood. So this article will expose some of the things that Security WG has already put in place to support AI. AI Output Provenance First up is that there is a concern that any diagnosis, notes, observations, or other content that is created by AI, or assisted by AI, should be tagged as such.

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Why Traditional Healthcare Institutions Should Act More Like Startups

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Noah Waxman, Co-Founder and CEO at Cactus A curious paradox has emerged in the healthcare industry. Despite their vast resources and established infrastructure, traditional healthcare institutions often find themselves trailing behind nimble startups in terms of innovation. This disparity isn’t just a matter of perception; it’s a growing reality that threatens to reshape the entire healthcare ecosystem.

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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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One in five GPs using AI tools in clinical practice, finds BMJ survey

DigitalHealth

An online survey of UK GPs by the BMJ has revealed that one in five are using generative AI tools such as ChatGPT in clinical practice.

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HHS watchdog flags potential remote monitoring fraud. Stakeholders say concerns about misuse are overblown

FierceHealthIT

HHS OIG released an analysis of recent RPM claims data, flagging evidence of gaps in CMS oversight. Stakeholders say the report is hyperbolic.

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PatientPay Emerges as a Powerhouse in Healthcare Billing and Payments through a Strategic Merger with ClearGage

Healthcare IT Today

Together They Will Support 1,600 Healthcare Organizations Representing Thousands of Locations and 1.2 Million Digital Patient Wallets with Solutions Designed to Improve Financial Outcomes PatientPay , the leading patient billing and payments partner for acute, ambulatory, and specialty care, and ClearGage , a leading provider of healthcare estimate and payment solutions, today announced the close of their merger to deliver the industry-leading digital billing and payment platform for medical gro

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Southern Health launches EPS for outpatient community services

DigitalHealth

Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust has deployed CLEO Systems' electronic prescription system (EPS) across a number of outpatient community services.

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Mercy, Alice Walton philanthropies unveil $700M specialty care affiliation

FierceHealthIT

Healthcare philanthropies and two major health systems have announced a 30-year, $700 million collaboration to grow value-based specialty and virtual care in Northwest Arkansas. | The collaboration, which also taps Cleveland Clinic expertise and branding, will develop specialty care centers of excellence with a focus on telehealth and value-based, whole person care.

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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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Enhancing flexibility with updates to translation sets

Redox

At Redox, we’re not just introducing features; we’re shaping a future where you have full visibility and control over your healthcare integrations. We’re excited to announce the latest updates to our translation sets feature—a key tool in the Redox dashboard that gives you more control and flexibility in managing codes and values. What’s new with translation sets?

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Prescription tracking feature launched on the NHS App

DigitalHealth

A feature which allows patients to trace the status and readiness of their prescriptions has been released on the NHS App.

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Catheter fraud rule finalized after MSSP and ACO survival concerns

FierceHealthIT

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a rule (PDF) Tuesday to limit the impact of fraudulent bi | Hoping to help accountable care organizations turn the page on a messy urinary catheter scandal, CMS released a final rule to hold ACOs financially harmless.

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Boost Employee Well-Being with Comprehensive Mental Health Support Programs

GlobalMed

In today’s fast-paced corporate world, the well-being of employees often takes a back seat to deadlines and productivity targets. However, companies that prioritize employee wellness see numerous benefits, from increased productivity to higher employee satisfaction. Employee wellness programs are more than just a corporate trend. They are a strategic initiative that can significantly impact the overall health and productivity of your workforce.

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From Payroll Pains to Growth Gains: Streamlining Payroll & HR for Success

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

In the world of small business management, the challenge of managing payroll & HR efficiently while scaling operations can be overwhelming. Yet, with the right strategies in place, these challenges can become opportunities for growth and innovation. In this session, Joe Sharpe, Senior Director of Managed Payroll Services at IRIS, will reveal practical methods and expert insights for outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes, resulting in substantial time and resource savings.

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CMS sets Medicaid renewal compliance deadlines

FierceHealthIT

The feds have set new deadlines for compliance with Medicaid renewal requirements given widespread enrollment concerns during the unwinding. | The feds have set new deadlines for compliance with Medicaid renewal requirements given widespread enrollment concerns during the unwinding.

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Beat the Heat with Remote Patient Monitoring: Preventing Heat-Related Illnesses

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

How Remote Patient Monitoring Can Prevent Heat-Related Illnesses As global temperatures rise and heatwaves become more frequent, the risk of heat-related illnesses such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke is increasing, particularly for vulnerable populations like the elderly, children, and outdoor workers. Addressing these conditions through effective preventive measures is essential for protecting public health during extreme heat events.

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Centivo banks $75M equity and debt financing backed by Morgan Health, health system VC arms

FierceHealthIT

Centivo, a health plan for self-funded employers, secured $75 million in equity and debt financing to scale its product and technology and ink new partnerships with health systems. | Centivo, a health plan for self-funded employers, secured $75 million in equity and debt financing to scale its product and technology and ink new partnerships with health systems.

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HealthTech M&A multiples: September 2024

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: As of September 2024, HealthTech M&A valuation multiples have shown a trend towards moderation. This is largely due to a combination of factors, including: Economic conditions: The broader economic environment, including interest rates and market sentiment, has influenced investor appetite for risk. Regulatory changes: Shifts in healthcare regulations, such as those related to reimbursement and data privacy, have impacted the valuation of certain HealthTech companies.

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How 3 Urgent Cares Tackled Key Metrics For Accelerated Growth

Considering the growth of your clinic? It’s difficult to advance any business today without using technology — but what will truly enhance your daily operations? How successful are other urgent care centers with these solutions? This article offers a glimpse into real-world technology experiences from urgent care centers like yours. Discover how various solutions can boost your growth potential and see firsthand how effective they are.

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“I would have to walk around to find the best Wi-Fi connection…”: qualitatively exploring challenges associated with rapid rollout of telehealth in Canadian long-term care homes

BMC Digital Health

Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, long-term care (LTC) homes in British Columbia, Canada, restricted visitation to ensure the safety of their residents against transmission of the novel coronavirus. As such, the.

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Biden admin awards $75M to address rural care pain points

FierceHealthIT

On Tuesday morning the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) unveiled $74.5 million of new grant awards to support substance use disorder, maternal and hospital care services in rural areas | The HRSA awards will help keep rural hospitals open, bolster substance use disorder care programs and support perinatal care.

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