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NIH develops AI tool to better pair cancer patients with drugs

Mobi Health News

The proof-of-concept study published in Nature Cancer highlights how researchers are using tumor cells to predict whether patients will respond to specific drugs.

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The Evolution of Healthcare at Home, the Technology Driving this Change, and It’s Impact on the World of Healthcare

Healthcare IT Today

The world of healthcare is ever-evolving, especially when new technology is being adopted. One such new area is healthcare at home. Although we were forced into fully remote operations with COVID-19, we have been making modifications along the way and have discovered how beneficial it can be to our organizations and our patients. To make further strides though, we have to understand where we’ve come from, where we are now, and how it is making an impact.

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Maven Clinic expands fertility support for males alongside health coaching program

Mobi Health News

The virtual women's health company will now offer male fertility and health coaching for reproductive health and to help individuals understand natural paths to pregnancy.

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Online chatter points to broad layoffs at Optum—but the full extent is unclear

FierceHealthIT

UnitedHealth Group subsidiary Optum appears to have laid off a significant percentage of its workforce, Fierce Healthcare has learned, though the full extent of those job cuts remains unclear. | UnitedHealth Group subsidiary Optum appears to have laid off a significant percentage of its workforce, Fierce Healthcare has learned, though the full extent of those job cuts remains unclear.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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Q&A: GoodRx on partnerships for reducing drug prices

Mobi Health News

Doug Hirsch, cofounder and chief strategy officer at GoodRx, sat down with MobiHealthNews to talk about reducing prescription drug prices through partnerships.

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Pennsylvania providers file suit against Aetna over breach of contract

FierceHealthIT

A Pennsylvania provider group has filed suit against Aetna this week, alleging the insurer conducted multiple breaches of contract. | A Pennsylvania provider group has filed suit against Aetna this week, alleging the insurer conducted multiple breaches of contract.

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Trinity Hunt Partners Establishes Healthcare Advisory Platform with Investment in Coker

Healthcare IT Today

Trinity Hunt Partners , a growth-oriented private equity firm focused on services businesses, is pleased to announce a majority investment in Coker Group (Coker) , a leading healthcare advisory firm serving hospitals, private and health system-affiliated physician groups, private equity-backed platforms, and ancillary healthcare entities. Coker represents the foundational investment of Trinity Hunt’s healthcare advisory services platform.

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Avive pockets $57M for portable defibrillator to speed up cardiac arrest response

FierceHealthIT

Portable defibrillator company Avive Solutions raised $56.5 million in growth equity financing to build out its staff and commercial developments. | The company, which launched in 2017, has contracts with four cities for its network of AEDs to improve survival rates of sudden cardiac arrest. It has raised tens of millions to expand operations.

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Digital Health launches NextGen CCIO and CIO Bursary Programme

DigitalHealth

The NextGen CCIO and CIO Bursary Programme has been created to help identify and support emerging digital leaders seeking personal growth in CIO roles.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Chutes & Ladders—Sutter Health appoints first CMO; More change at Banner Health

FierceHealthIT

Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry.

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Digital Health’s monthly roundup of contracts and go lives

DigitalHealth

This contracts and go lives roundup features a contract for KPMG to ‘promote adoption’ of the FDP, and North Tees implementing InterSystems’ TrakCare EPR.

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#RHFH24 unveils the presence of European Health Ministers

Digital Health Global

The health innovation community is buzzing with anticipation as the Radical Health Festival Helsinki 2024 is about to open its doors. This year’s event, renowned for being a highlight in the health innovation calendar, will be inaugurated by Finland’s Minister of Social Affairs and Health, Sanni Grahn-Laasonen , and Bavaria’s Minister of Health, Judith Gerlach.

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MyOpNotes secures Innovate UK grant funding to support expansion

DigitalHealth

To support its growth and expansion into the NHS, MyOpNotes is one of eight companies to secure grant funding from Innovate UK.

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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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Innovative AI Model enhances cardiac amyloidosis diagnosis

Digital Health Global

In a significant advancement for cardiac healthcare, The Lancet Digital Health has recently published a commentary article detailing an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven approach to improve the screening for transthyretin (ATTR) cardiac amyloidosis. This condition, often diagnosed in older patients with heart failure or aortic stenosis, has a notably poor prognosis if left untreated.

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Is Mental Health ready for Generative AI?

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: Generative AI has the potential to be a powerful tool for mental healthcare, but it is not yet ready for prime time. There are a number of challenges that need to be addressed before generative AI can be used effectively in this field, including: Safety and ethics: Generative AI models can be trained on large datasets of text and code, which may include sensitive or harmful information.

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Industry Voices—How 2nd opinions can save payers and satisfy patients

FierceHealthIT

Payers face a multifaceted challenge of managing rising healthcare costs while also meeting the heightened expectations of consumers who expect medical interactions to be as personalized and conven | Third-party analyses recently commissioned by The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic showed medical cost savings from, and high consumer interest in, virtual second opinions, writes Frank McGillin, CEO of The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic

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Mastering RPM Billing: Unlocking the Financial Potential of Remote Patient Monitoring

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) has taken the healthcare world by storm. By enabling clinicians to track patient vitals and health data remotely, RPM offers a promising path to improved patient outcomes, potentially reduced healthcare costs, and increased access to care. However, a critical question lingers for healthcare providers everywhere: can RPM translate into a healthy bottom line through effective RPM billing?

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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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HHS streamlines 340B dispute process to hospitals' applause, pharma's disappointment

FierceHealthIT

The Biden administration has put the finishing touches on the steps entities covered under the 340B Drug Discount Program must take to resolve disputes with drug manufacturers. | A final rule issued this week, among other changes, makes the administrative dispute resolution process more accessible for smaller covered entities.

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