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Pager Health announces three new generative AI apps

Mobi Health News

The AI-enabled offerings will be built into Pager’s Connected Care platform.

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Top 10 commandments for the ethical and effective use of AI

KevinMD

As we navigate the digital renaissance, the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has undeniably marked a pivotal era in technological innovation and societal advancement. This era, brimming with potential, necessitates a framework to ensure that our journey is not only propelled by the wings of advancement but is also anchored in ethical integrity.

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GE HealthCare bolsters portfolio with acquisition of MIM Software

Mobi Health News

The acquisition will boost GE HealthCare’s software offerings in oncology, neurology and cardiology.

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Safety in Health Care Ties Closely to Workforce Well-Being – Updates from Press Ganey and ECRI

Health Populi

“First, do no harm” is a key M.O. in health care. The phrase “patient safety” summons up a list of common sources such as medication errors, surgical errors, health care-associated infections, diagnostic errors, among other adverse events and harms people experience in the course of receiving health care. While safety outcomes and health care organizations’ “safety cultures” are improving, there is evidence in the U.S. that people — both patients a

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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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Health insurer MotivHealth partners with AZOVA for doula support services

Mobi Health News

The partnership will give MotivHealth members access to highly qualified doulas through Birth Doula Support Memberships.

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Providence launches digital health company Praia Health with $20M

Mobi Health News

The newly formed company enables third-party consumer offerings to be integrated into health systems' digital systems to help scale consumer healthcare platforms.

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Rush Memorial's virtual ICU reduces transfers, boosts patient experience

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Not too long ago, Rush Memorial Hospital in Rushville, Indiana, did not have the capability to staff an ICU 24/7. Physicians and nurses were only able to provide ICU care on a part-time basis. THE PROBLEM This was something staff was looking into even before COVID, as they were thinking about what was best for their patients and their families when it comes to being admitted to the hospital.

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Korean startup AITRICS seeks US entry with latest $20M funding

Mobi Health News

It looks to use its fresh funds to secure the US FDA's approval for its AI software.

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Boston Medical Center launches new hospital-at-home program

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Hospital patients with conditions like pneumonia, dehydration and heart failure have been shown to experience shorter recovery times with fewer complications when they receive more cost-effective healthcare at home – and many health systems have been preparing for this future. Boston Medical Center is making a new high-acuity, hospital-at-home service available to help patients recover in the comfort of their homes, the health system announced Wednesday.

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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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Epic plans to launch AI validation software for healthcare organizations to test, monitor models

FierceHealthIT

As artificial intelligence rapidly advances in healthcare, the industry is grappling with how to evaluate AI models for accuracy and performance and monitor the technology for any downstream advers | The healthcare industry is grappling with how to evaluate AI models for accuracy and performance and monitor the technology for any downstream adverse outcomes.

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Bringing Contextualized Health Data into the Diagnostic and Treatment Process

Healthcare IT Today

Healthcare has always relied on data. What’s changed is the explosion of data in healthcare and the availability of this data to clinicians as well as a whole host of healthcare professionals. Bringing context and meaning to this vast amount of data including unstructured health data is going to be key for every healthcare organization. We sat down with Dr.

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With Steward's struggles on full display, clinicians, lawmakers sound the alarm on private equity's impact on healthcare

FierceHealthIT

With Steward's struggles on full display, clinicians, lawmakers sound the alarm on private equity's impact on healthcare dmuoio Wed, 04/03/2024 - 17:12

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Nabla Ambient Clinical Voice Demo at HIMSS

Healthcare IT Today

It’s no secret that ambient clinical voice is one of our favorite topics here at Healthcare IT Today. We clearly believe that it’s going to be one of the most impactful technologies to be implemented in healthcare. As a doctor friend recently told me, “It’s the most useful single piece of IT technology I’ve seen in a long time from the doctor’s perspective.” That’s why at the HIMSS annual conference, I was excited to check out a demo of the Nabla

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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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Startup Manifold secures $15M for its AI-based clinical research platform

FierceHealthIT

Initially founded as an AI lab in 2016, startup Manifold is using its AI expertise to modernize the tech infrastructure of clinical research organizations to help accelerate cancer studies. | Initially founded as an AI lab in 2016, startup Manifold is using its AI expertise to modernize the tech infrastructure of clinical research organizations to help accelerate cancer studies.

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Digital Health Unplugged: Developing the next generation of NHS CIOs

DigitalHealth

On the latest Networks series episode, focused on developing the next generation of NHS CIOs, Jordan Sollof is joined by Abigail Harrison and Adam Ansell.

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HHS: Medicare incentives, penalties for hospitals could help stem drug shortages

FierceHealthIT

To address the nation’s drug shortages, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is floating a plan that would attach new Medicare payments and penalties to hospitals’ supply chain practic | A white paper penned by HHS outlines a potential program that would push hospitals toward inventory and purchasing practices that reinforce long-term supply chain resiliency.

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Digital Lifelines support vulnerable people in Scotland

DigitalHealth

The Digital Lifelines programme in Scotland is supporting vulnerable people who may be at risk of drug-related harm by equipping them with digital devices.

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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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CVS rolls out tuition assistance, scholarship programs for pharmacists

FierceHealthIT

CVS Health is aiming to bolster the pharmacy workforce with new scholarship and tuition assistance programs for people looking to enter the field. | CVS Health is aiming to bolster the pharmacy workforce with new scholarship and tuition assistance programs for people looking to enter the field.

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Estonian Biobank selects PacBio for whole genome sequencing

DigitalHealth

PacBio's Revio HiFi sequencing system is to be used to sequence the entire genomes of 10,000 participants of the Estonian Biobank.

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Intellias Acquires C2 Solutions, Strengthening Its Digital Health and Medical Devices Expertise and Expanding Its US Footprint

Digital Health Global

CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Intellias, a global software engineering and digital consulting company, has acquired 100% of the shares in C2 Solutions, a Bloomington, MN-based technology services and product lifecycle management firm. Founded in 2010, C2 Solutions offers services in development & integration, information architecture & data insights, and firmware & software engineering.

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Technology must enhance, not detract from, clinicians’ interactions with patients

DigitalHealth

The NHS needs to prioritise the delivery of agile, intuitive systems that enable clinicians to focus on patients, not technology, writes Epro’s Chandu Wickramarachchi

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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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'Podnosis': A closer look at social prescribing and the impact of the arts on our health

FierceHealthIT

Social prescribing is an emerging movement in healthcare, where providers may recommend personalized doses of arts and culture as part of a comprehensive care plan. | This week on "Podnosis," we explore the field of social prescribing and the role of arts and culture in shaping the future of mental health treatment.

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This Week’s Health IT Jobs – April 3, 2024

Healthcare IT Today

It can be very overwhelming scrolling though job board after job board in search of a position that fits your wants and needs. Let us take that stress away by finding a mix of great health IT jobs for you! We hope you enjoy this look at some of the health IT jobs we saw healthcare organizations trying to fill this week. Here’s a quick look at some of the health IT jobs we found: Clinical Documentation Specialist – Emerson Health Manager Applications – Information Service EMR Ap

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Commonwealth Fund launching task force on employer-sponsored coverage

FierceHealthIT

Employer-sponsored coverage remains the main way half of Americans secure healthcare, and the Commonwealth Fund said Thursday that it would launch a new task force aimed at addressing affordability | Employer-sponsored coverage remains the main way half of Americans secure care, and the Commonwealth Fund said Thursday that it would launch a new task force aimed at addressing affordability and access.

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Did you miss one? March blogs lament deteriorating user experience

Aging in Place Technology Watch

The decline of design. As interviews proceed for the upcoming report, The Future of the Tech User Experience, all agree. The deteriorating user experience, aka UX, is the result of fragmentation across multiple devices, portals, and websites. Product development has superseded UX. The pre-development focus group has been largely abandoned in favor of a post release shock-and-awe experience both for developers (bad PR) and customers (just plain bad).

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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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Seen and unseen: A closer look at barriers to inclusive care for trans men

FierceHealthIT

This week on "Podnosis," we are exploring a topic that hits close to home for many: the struggles faced by LGBTQ+ patients, particularly trans men, when seeking healthcare services. | This week on "Podnosis," we are exploring a topic that hits close to home for many: the struggles faced by LGBTQ+ patients, particularly trans men, when seeking healthcare services.

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Why Healthcare Kiosks Fail and Ideas to Fix Them: Insights from Industry Leaders

19 Labs

Telemedicine technology experts Ram Fish from 19Labs and Osama Chamsi Pasha of Doctory engaged in a thought-provoking conversation, delving into the nuances of healthcare kiosks' evolution. From dissecting past failures to proposing innovative solutions and envisioning the future, their dialogue offers insights for industry stakeholders and anyone invested in utilizing healthcare kiosks to solve their healthcare needs.

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Industry Voices—Congress must pass legislation to reform Medicare's supplemental oxygen program

FierceHealthIT

Nationwide, an estimated 1.5 million Americans rely on supplemental oxygen to help treat | Previous changes to payments haven't been enough to stem the tide of declining patient access to supplemental oxygen that continues to grow nationwide, particularly in rural and underserved areas.