Fri.Jul 12, 2024

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Report: Digital health investment is rebounding in 2024

Mobi Health News

If investment patterns in the first half of 2024 persist, this year could exceed year-end totals seen in 2019 and 2023, according to Rock Health's H1 2024 digital health funding report.

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Patients less likely to seek virtual behavioral care when paying out-of-pocket

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Patients in high-deductible health plans are less likely to seek telemental health visits when required to pay out-of-pocket, according to an Included Health and Harvard Medical School study published in JAMA Network Open. The cohort study included patients from all 50 states and Washington, D.C.

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CMS proposes new payments for digital health in 2025 PFS draft rule

Mobi Health News

The proposed 2025 physician fee schedule from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services includes payment and coding for digital health tools for behavioral health.

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ONC's HTI-2 proposed rule 'big step forward' for interoperability, health IT experts say, but EHR vendors concerned about timelines

FierceHealthIT

ONC's HTI-2 proposed rule 'big step forward' for interoperability, health IT experts say, but EHR vendors concerned about timelines hlandi Fri, 07/12/2024 - 14:43

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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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HIMSS 2024 – It Is A Tough Time to Be In Healthcare Right Now as Budgets Continue to Be Tight. What Sign of Hope and Excitement Do You Have Looking Forward?

Healthcare IT Today

It is a tough time to be in healthcare right now for a multitude of reasons, but the one that we are going to focus on today is the budgets that continue to be tight. There are so many new and exciting ideas happening in healthcare that could be a huge help to your organization – if you can only find the budget to support implementing and sustaining those ideas.

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Digital Health’s monthly roundup of contracts and go lives

DigitalHealth

This contracts and go lives roundup includes University Hospitals of Derby and Burton rolling out the BadgerNet EPR for maternity services.

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Enabling teledermatology using patients' cell phone pictures

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Steven Osborne, Medweb's director of federal business, discusses the company's new teledermatology app, which compresses the highest-resolution images a patient's phone can take without compromising data quality for a doctor's review.

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Sheffield Teaching Hospitals robot enables less invasive prostate surgery

DigitalHealth

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals aims to offer robotic-assisted surgery to more prostate cancer patients with its newly installed da Vinci Xi system.

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Industry Voices—Prior authorization regulations: Where they fall short, where we’re moving the needle

FierceHealthIT

Initially meant to protect patients from unnecessary procedures, prior authorizations have shifted towards being a cost containment strategy for health payers. | Regulations and policies are moving the industry in the right direction, but there is still room for improvement in key areas where regulations don't go far enough.

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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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Waiting list validation system launches at Torbay and South Devon

DigitalHealth

A waiting list validation system launched at Torbay and South Devon will confirm if patients still need their appointments.

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Healthcare in the Cloud: A Secure Path to Improved Care

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Jake Madders, Co-Founder and Director at Hyve Managed Hosting Cloud technology is at the forefront of digital transformation strategies for the healthcare industry. Indeed, 81% of healthcare executives stated that they use it in most or all of their operations. And while the shift to the cloud promises to enhance patient care, streamline workflows, and improve safety, it also introduces new security challenges.

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Google Med-Gemini-Polygenic: predicting health outcomes based on a patient's genetic data

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary Google Med-Gemini is a family of advanced AI models specifically designed for the medical field. It's essentially a powerful tool with various functionalities to assist medical professionals, researchers, and potentially even patients in the future. Here's a breakdown of its key features: Multimodal capabilities: Unlike many AI models, Med-Gemini can process different kinds of information, including text, images (like X-rays and CT scans), and even genomics data.

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D2 Solutions Lands Growth Funding From Decathlon Capital Partners

Healthcare IT Today

Financing Package will Support Expansion for the Rapidly-Growing Software and Consulting Company D2 Solutions , whose software solutions and consulting expertise help healthcare providers deliver better experiences across the prescription journey, acquired a seven-figure growth funding package from Decathlon Capital Partners to support its growth initiatives.

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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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How To Manage CMMS Work Orders in 2 Clicks On Your Mobile Device

Optimum Healthcare IT

Managing CMMS work orders on your mobile device is seamless and compliant, making things simple for busy clinicians. The post How To Manage CMMS Work Orders in 2 Clicks On Your Mobile Device appeared first on Optimum Healthcare IT.

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AI platform helps employers spot ERISA violations

FierceHealthIT

Darrow AI, a platform that helps firms spot irregularities in legal cases, says its engine can help employers pinpoint the most extreme ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974) viola | Darrow is using its proprietary AI algorithms to find ERISA violations for employers they may not know exist.

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Top 6 Virtual Care Solutions for Healthcare Providers

Vidyo

The right virtual care solution for you depends on your unique needs. If a free trial is essential for you, you should start with a solution like Mend. Or, if you are a big Oracle supporter, you may want to take a look at its solution. The post Top 6 Virtual Care Solutions for Healthcare Providers appeared first on Enghouse Video.

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The Benefits of Chronic Care Management for Your Patients

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Chronic Care Management (CCM) has emerged as a pivotal component in the landscape of modern healthcare. As healthcare providers, we understand the importance of delivering comprehensive care to patients, especially those managing chronic conditions. By implementing a robust CCM program, we can significantly enhance patient outcomes, improve quality of life, and reduce healthcare costs.

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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