October, 2024

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‘I’m another statistic. I feel let down’: How HIV prevention stays out of reach for many

FierceHealthIT

This story was reported in partnership with Uncloseted Media, a nonpartisan, investigative, LGBTQ | Ending the HIV epidemic hinges on both treatment and prevention, particularly through access to PrEP. For at-risk individuals living in the U.S. South—where HIV is a daunting reality—PrEP use is very low compared to the number of new HIV cases.

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Towards a future for semi-autonomous AI-powered primary care providers

KevinMD

The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 4.5 billion people do not have access to primary care. In the US alone, the American Medical Association (AMA) claims 83 million Americans do not have access, and the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) puts the number even higher at one-third of the US population or Read more… Towards a future for semi-autonomous AI-powered primary care providers originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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FDA releases its stance on regulating AI in healthcare

Mobi Health News

The Agency says AI can transform multiple aspects of healthcare, but it is difficult to fully oversee and regulate the technology without the assistance of all involved sectors.

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Beyond Directories: The Real Impact of Accurate Provider Data in Healthcare

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article b y Erin Weber , Chief Policy and Research Officer at CAQH Accurate provider data is foundational to the healthcare ecosystem. It guides decision-making, helps patients access the care they need, and keeps operations running smoothly behind the scenes. And while we’ve all acknowledged the challenge of keeping provider data up-to-date and error-free—especially with frequent changes in practice locations, credentials, and network participation—what we don’t talk ab

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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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Liverpool project integrates social housing data and NHS records

DigitalHealth

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and Prima Group are leading a project that integrates social care housing data into official NHS records.

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HLTH 2024 recap: 5 notable trends spotted by reporters and key takeaways from executives

FierceHealthIT

Fierce Healthcare reporters returned from Las Vegas on Wednesday after four days packed with meetings, interviews and on-stage conversations all focused on healthcare innovation. | From AI (of course) to PBMs to women's health, here are some topics that got our attention at HLTH 2024.

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Embracing the advantages of digitization in health care

KevinMD

Due to rising rates of burnout and depression among health care providers, the U.S. is looking at a projected shortfall of over 3.2 million health care workers by 2026. In parallel, the health care industry is grappling with a 13 percent decline in provider productivity that is directly correlated with the increased adoption of electronic medical records Read more… Embracing the advantages of digitization in health care originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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PursueCare revamps Pear Therapeutics' reSET, reSET-O digital therapeutics

Mobi Health News

The newly released PDTx, now RESET and RESET-O, deliver a self-directed 12-week course of cognitive behavioral therapy that incentivizes patients to conform to treatment.

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OntarioMD Study Validates the Hype of AI Scribes

Healthcare IT Today

OntarioMD (OMD) a subsidiary of the Ontario Medical Association released the results of a study that validates the benefits of AI scribe / ambient clinical voice technology for medical practices. Physicians reported a significant reduction in paperwork, more time for patient care, and less information overload. Significant Workflow and Workload Benefits The OMD study examined the use of AI scribes by more than 150 family doctors and nurse practitioners (NPs) over a three month period.

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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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New data laws will allow patient data to be shared across the NHS

DigitalHealth

A new bill which will allow patients’ data to be easily transferable across the NHS has been introduced to Parliament.

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5G will power the next evolutionary stage of healthcare in APAC

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Remote surgeries, holographic medical imaging, mixed reality, and patient tracking are some of the emerging 5G-powered healthcare innovations in the Asia-Pacific region. Dr Gao Yujia, Assistant Group CTO, National University Health System; William Chan, CIO, CUHK Medical Centre; Chien-Chang (Paul) Lee, Chief Medical Information Officer, Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW), Taiwan; and Terence Wong, Head of APAC 5G Industry, GSM Association, Hong Kong sat together to discuss these innovations d

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Survey: Employers fear rising health costs could force trade-offs with wages, salaries

FierceHealthIT

Employers are concerned that rising healthcare costs could force them to rethink salary or wage increases, according to a new study. | Employers are concerned that rising healthcare costs could force them to rethink salary or wage increases, according to a new study.

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Navigating Complex Healthcare Regulations: Expert Insights for Payers

BHM Healthcare Solutions

Navigating the complexities of healthcare regulations is a critical responsibility for payers. Ensuring compliance not only mitigates risks but also promotes efficiency, trust, and quality in patient care. The post Navigating Complex Healthcare Regulations: Expert Insights for Payers appeared first on BHM Healthcare Solutions.

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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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Telehealth firm UpScriptHealth partners with pharma company Tolmar

Mobi Health News

Through the collaboration, adult men will now have access to Tolmar's testosterone replacement therapy, Jatenzo, via UpScriptHealth's telehealth platform.

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Hippocratic AI Receives Investment From NVentures to Build Generative AI Healthcare Agents

Healthcare IT Today

Investment Follows Technical Collaboration on Large Language Models for Healthcare Hippocratic AI , the company building the first safety-focused Large Language Model (LLM) for healthcare, today announced it has received an investment from NVentures , NVIDIA’s venture capital arm in its recently closed extended Series A round. NVentures, along with Greycroft and Leo Shapiro of 7Wire Ventures, contributed a combined total of an additional $17 million to the round, bringing the total invested in t

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Digital health leaders react to 10 year health plan consultation

DigitalHealth

Prime minister Keir Starmer, said that the NHS must make “much more use of technology”, as he launched a consultation on the health service.

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RPM, enabled with AI, can improve congestive heart failure care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Approximately 6.7 million Americans over the age of 20 currently live with heart failure, with this number projected to rise to 8.5 million by 2030. The lifetime risk of developing heart failure has increased to 24%​. Despite advances in treatment, heart failure remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. Heart failure-related hospitalizations and deaths have been on the rise, reversing earlier improvements​.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Walgreens lays off 250 support center employees as part of cost-saving strategy

FierceHealthIT

Walgreens is conducting another round of layoffs as the drugstore giant looks to significantly cut costs and improve its financial performance. It's the third round of cuts in 2024. | Walgreens is conducting another round of layoffs as the drugstore giant looks to significantly cut costs and turnaround its financial performance.

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4 Ways to Increase Epic ROI With ServiceNow

Optimum Healthcare IT

Discover how to maximize Epic ROI with ServiceNow tools, reduce clinician frustration, and streamline processes in this podcast episode. The post 4 Ways to Increase Epic ROI With ServiceNow appeared first on Optimum Healthcare IT.

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Trucker's Body Shop launches telehealth platform for truckers

Mobi Health News

The platform is tailored to give drivers access to healthcare services, including weight loss management and smoking cessation treatments.

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Your Patients Are on Mobile, Why Aren’t You?

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Lee Jones, Chief Product Officer at Gozio Health A 2024 McKinsey & Company survey found nearly 90% of health system executives —representing both technical roles (CIOs, CTOs) and nontechnical roles (CEOs, CFOs)—ranked digital and AI transformation as a high priority. Yet 75% of respondents believe that their organizations aren’t dedicating enough planning or resources to deliver on the promise of digital transformation.

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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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Digital health sector reacts to Autumn Budget NHS investment

DigitalHealth

Leaders from across the digital health, care and technology sectors have reacted to chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget.

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How FirstHealth is improving outcomes with observation at home

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Like most health systems across the United States, Pinehurst, North Carolina-based FirstHealth of the Carolinas has challenges with bed capacity and is always working on new and innovative ways to increase it in a safe and financially responsible way. THE PROBLEM This has been done through a few different venues. FirstHealth's extended care unit at its Richmond campus, among others, is a brick-and-mortar solution, whereas the observation at home (OAH) program helps with capacity challenges,

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Abridge, Wolters Kluwer Health ink partnership to integrate UpToDate with AI medical scribe

FierceHealthIT

Wolters Kluwer Health, a big player in clinical decision support solutions, is teaming up with Abridge to integrate UpToDate into its AI-based medical note-taking tool. | Wolters Kluwer Health, a big player in clinical decision support solutions, is teaming up with Abridge to integrate UpToDate into its AI-based medical note-taking tool.

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Health Recovery Solutions Partners with Smart Meter to Provide Cost-Effective Cellular Remote Patient Monitoring for the Home

Health Recovery Solutions

HOBOKEN, N.J. , Oct. 7, 2024 -- Health Recovery Solutions (HRS), the market leader in Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) since 2012, proudly announces its partnership with Smart Meter to enhance the PatientConnect ® Remote Patient Monitoring solution. This collaboration introduces cellular measurement devices as a lower-cost alternative to the traditional Bluetooth-based solution.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Lenovo launches photorealistic 3D avatar to converse with dementia patients

Mobi Health News

The AI avatar, Liv, can hold conversations in real-time to provide individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's with resources and aid.

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Candid Health Announces $29 Million Series B Led by 8VC to Transform Revenue Cycle Automation

Healthcare IT Today

Candid Health , the revenue cycle automation platform for healthcare providers, today announced a $29 million Series B led by 8VC with participation from existing investors First Round Capital, BoxGroup, and Y Combinator. This brings the company’s total amount raised to $47 million. Candid Health is on a mission to simplify medical billing, allowing providers to focus on delivering quality care.

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NICE recommends use of AI to detect broken bones on X-rays

DigitalHealth

NICE has recommended the use of four AI technologies to help detect broken bones on X-rays, in addition to a trained healthcare professional.

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