Diligent Robotics scores $25M to scale 'socially-intelligent service robots'
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The company will use the funds to expand its reach throughout hospitals in the U.S. and enhance product development.
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Grocery and Golf Goodness: Food, Fitness, and Fresh Come Together
Health Populi
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
“ Groceries and glutes,” CNN reported in 2019 about a food store combining a gym in the store. While grocery stores have been embedded various fitness options into their brick-and-mortar footprints long before the pandemic, there’s a new riff on fitness at the grocer coming to Augusta, Georgia: grocery and golf. FreshTake, a new grocery store from a family-owned food chain, will open its doors in 2024, located in a Whole Foods location that closed in 2017.
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Q&A: The status of the Access to Prescription Digital Therapeutics Act
Mobi Health News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Jennifer Mathieu, senior vice president of professional and government affairs at AMCP, provides an update on the Access to Prescription Digital Therapeutics Act 2023 moving through Congress.
DEA suggests 2nd comment period for post-PHE online Rx registration
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
At the Drug Enforcement Agency Drug Diversion Division listening sessions earlier this month, DEA Administrator Anne Milgram said the agency would hold a second comment period on its March NPRM in the months ahead. WHY IT MATTERS The Drug Diversion Division said it was conducting public listening sessions to get input on prescribing controlled substances on telemedicine platforms and to learn about the types of data and its accessibility for use in detecting unlawful drug diversion.
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.
Cigna hit in August with another lawsuit over claims denials through PxDx
FierceHealthIT
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Cigna is facing another lawsuit over its PxDx tool, which has garnered controversy amid concerns that the insurer is using it to reject claims en masse. | Cigna is facing another lawsuit over its PxDx tool, which has garnered controversy amid concerns that the insurer is using it to reject claims en masse.
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TEFCA, QHINs, HDUs, and Interoperability with Civitas CEO Lisa Bari
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Civitas Networks for Health is a non-profit consortium that brings together a broad community of organizations interested in health data exchange. Many members are HIEs, but a number of other organizations in health care including community organizations are members as well. Civitas started only two and half years ago, but already have 165 members spread across the country.
CommonSpirit Health ends fiscal year with $1.4B operating loss, 2,000 job cuts
FierceHealthIT
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Catholic healthcare giant CommonSpirit Health has reported a $1.4 billion operating loss (-4.1% operating margin) and a net loss of $259 million for its 2023 fiscal year, which ended June 30, accor | The 145-hospital nonprofit system's improving volumes were undercut by lagging reimbursement, high costs and a cybersecurity incident. But, fourth-quarter labor costs were somewhat checked by the health system eliminating "approximately 2,000" full-time jobs.
Dorset Council sees six out of 10 care homes use electronic records
DigitalHealth
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Six out of 10 care homes and domiciliary care agencies in the Dorset Council region have now moved from paper-based records to electronic records.
Florida nurse convicted for fraudulent orders billing Medicare for $200M
FierceHealthIT
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
A Florida nurse practitioner was convicted this week by a federal jury for her participation in a $200 million healthcare fraud scheme. | Elizabeth Hernandez, 45, ordered more cancer genetic tests than any other provider in the nation during 2020 and "routinely" billed over 24 hours of office visits in a single day," DOJ said.
Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025
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Industry news in brief
DigitalHealth
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The latest Digital Health News industry roundup features investment funding for Decently and Navenio and a milestone for Guy's and St Thomas'
Why Sustainability in the Healthcare Sector Requires a Cultural Mindset Shift
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The following is a guest article by Sheetal Chawla, Head of Life Sciences and Head of Northeast Region at Capgemini Americas , and Stephen Obana, Vice President of Life Sciences at Capgemini Americas The healthcare sector has long been globally recognized as one of the leading carbon-intensive industries, accounting for 4.5% of the world’s greenhouse gases.
2San and Phoenix Healthcare launch self diagnostic tests
DigitalHealth
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
A new partnership between 2San and Phoenix Healthcare will see a range of self-diagnostic tests made available through Rowlands Pharmacy and Numark.
WellSky Acquires Experience Care to Enhance Long-Term Care Providers’ Ability to Operate Efficiently, Advance Resident Care
Healthcare IT Today
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Together, the Healthcare Technology Companies will Continue to Innovate and Strengthen Solutions that Position Organizations to Succeed Against Industry Challenges and Thrive in Value-Based Care WellSky , a leading health and community care technology company, announced today that it has acquired Experience Care , an innovative technology company offering a suite of software solutions for post-acute and long-term care providers.
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.
'Podnosis': Breaking down barriers to cancer screenings
FierceHealthIT
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Access to early cancer screenings and intervention can reduce deaths by 45%, according to the American Cancer Society. However, accessibility remains a significant challenge. | In this week's episode of "Podnosis," Heather Landi from Fierce Healthcare engages in a conversation with Othman Laraki, co-founder and CEO of Color Health. They delve into strategies for boosting screenings and explore the partnership between Color Health and the American Cancer Society, aimed at making co
Unveiling Medical Peer Reviews: Enhancing Healthcare Quality
BHM Healthcare Solutions
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
In the world of healthcare, ensuring the highest standard of patient care is not just a noble pursuit; it’s a moral and professional imperative. To achieve this goal, the healthcare industry relies heavily on a critical process known as medical peer reviews. This vital practice serves as the cornerstone of quality assurance and improvement in medical institutions around the globe.
Benefits administrator Enthea makes ketamine-assisted therapy available nationwide
FierceHealthIT
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Enthea, an administrator of benefits focused on medication-assisted therapies, has made ketamine-assisted therapy available nationwide as an employee benefit. | Enthea says it is the first and only licensed provider of plans that cover medication-assisted therapies like ketamine and psychedelics. Employers interested in the benefit can add it as an ancillary benefit, similar to dental and vision offerings.
Lessons from the Digital Health Front Lines
Xealth
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Lessons from the Digital Health Front Lines Last week, Xealth’s Aaron Sheedy, COO, and Cynthia Church, chief strategy officer, had an insightful conversation with two health system clients, Jeff Johnson, vice president of innovation and digital business at Banner Health, and Leah Rosengaus, director of digital health at Stanford Health Care, about their organizations’ pursuit of digital health and the internal processes that enable it to succeed.
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
US Chamber of Commerce outlines path to global universal health coverage
FierceHealthIT
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce wants to spearhead a global private-public effort to ensure universal health coverage throughout the world by 2030. | The main hurdle to reaching global universal health coverage by 2030 is raising the $176 billion needed to achieve that goal, according to research by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
The cutting edge of prescribing and clinical decision support – Dr. Clement Goehrs
Redox
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
When it comes to outcomes, medication choices and patient adherence are some of the biggest variables that determine success. Impacting the prescription process means overcoming hurdles in operations, technology and EHR UX. Commercializing such a product in multiple countries- that’s a whole different challenge. That’s why Synapse Medicine and CEO Dr.
Editor's Corner—Connect with key thought leaders at the Fierce Health Payer Summit
FierceHealthIT
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
For the past two years, we've convened industry leaders to dig deep into the health insurance sector's hottest market—Medicare Advantage—in a series of virtual forums. | We're bringing together top minds in the payer space at the inaugural Fierce Health Payer Summit, taking place on Nov. 2 and 3 in Austin, Texas.
How to Choose the Right Stationary Bike for Seniors
Health and Wellness Blog | Uplifting People To Live A Healthier Life
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Exercise is a vital component of maintaining good health, regardless of age. For seniors, staying active becomes even more essential to ensure a high quality of life. One excellent way seniors engage in low-impact, effective exercise is by using stationary bikes. Stationary bikes offer a safe and convenient means of staying fit while reducing the […] The post How to Choose the Right Stationary Bike for Seniors appeared first on Healthystic.
Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide
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Black, Latino Medicare beneficiaries more likely to face difficulty with activities of daily living, report finds
FierceHealthIT
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
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Elevate Patient Satisfaction with Insightful Journey Mapping
Geonetric
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
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Chutes & Ladders—ABOUT Healthcare CEO departs for Kalderos
FierceHealthIT
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry.
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