KevinMD

DECEMBER 2, 2024

My vote for Time’s Person of the Year is Artificial Intelligence (AI). I think AI is the most talked about and hyped (overhyped?) development of 2024, already transforming operations across numerous sectors, from manufacturing to financial services. In the health sector, AI has ushered in groundbreaking advancements in several areas, including psychotherapy, substituting for therapists and also posing ominous portents for Read more… Are the AI safeguards currently in place sufficient to pr

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Health Populi

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As a long-time fan and customer of IKEA, I receive daily Google Alerts about the company, from business finances to design trends. When I read this piece on IKEA’s work on a home designed for people who were homeless , I paid special attention to learn about the concept of trauma-informed design. Thanks to the publication Retail TouchPoints and the author of the story, Adan Blair, for covering this project.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Over the past decade, the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine has seen an increase in the number of highly complex infections. That's related to a few different factors. THE PROBLEM First, the population of the Sooner State has been trending less healthy in general. Second, surgeons at the Oklahoma City-based medical school are performing more complex surgeries.

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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Individuals can check whether the musculoskeletal platform is covered via their employer or health plan on Amazon's platform - and, if eligible, connect with Hinge's care team.

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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.

FierceHealthIT

DECEMBER 4, 2024

UnitedHealth Group abruptly ended its investor day event on Wednesday morning as new reports surfaced that the CEO of its health plan division had been fatally shot. | UnitedHealth Group abruptly ended its investor day event on Wednesday morning as news reports surfaced that the CEO of its health plan division had been fatally shot.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The resourceful and caring team at Reno Sparks Tribal Health Center (RSTHC) has been leveraging technology from NextGen Healthcare (NextGen) to deliver quality care to the American Indians in their community. Now, with the recent CMS announcement, they will be able to add traditional medicine. Healthcare IT Today had the opportunity to sit down with Angie Wilson, Tribal Health Director at RSTHC while she was attending the 2024 NextGen User Group Meeting (#NextGenUGM24).

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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The company says 510(k) clearance will allow it to pursue multiple business opportunities pertaining to remote patient monitoring and clinical trials.

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FierceHealthIT

DECEMBER 4, 2024

With only 27 days to go before COVID-era telehealth flexibilities expire, a major health IT group along with 62 healthcare organizations are urgently calling on Congress, again, to take immediate a | With only 27 days to go before COVID-era telehealth flexibilities expire, a major health IT group along with 62 healthcare organizations are urgently calling on Congress, again, to take immediate action and grant a two-year extension.

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DigitalHealth

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has selected five medical technologies for its AI Airlock a pilot scheme.

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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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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The following is a guest article by Emmanuelle Hose, Global Vice President of Industry Solutions at Rimini Street The use of AI in the healthcare market is booming , having reached $22,449.3 million in 2023 and is expected to grow 37.5% annually through 2030. From enhancing patient care and streamlining administrative processes to aiding in medical research and diagnostics, AI is revolutionizing healthcare.

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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The all-cash transaction will see Cross Country transition to a privately held company with its common stock no longer trading on the Nasdaq.

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FierceHealthIT

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Pregnant women in Washington, D.C., without reliable access to transportation have been cashing in on a private, complimentary car ride to their many perinatal and postnatal appointments | With free Lyft rides, Babyscripts helped transportation-insecure women attend more perinatal and postnatal appointments. Clinical evidence shows when women attend more visits during their pregnancies, outcomes drastically improve.

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DigitalHealth

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Staff working for NHS pathology provider Synnovis have announced plans to strike for five days, following a major cyber attack in June 2024.

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 3, 2024

As Industry Pressures Intensify and Mergers and Acquisitions Continue, Unifying Data on a Single Technology Platform has Become Critical to Delivering High-Quality Patient Care The following is a guest article by Chris Paravate, Chief Information Officer at Northeast Georgia Health System Over the past four years, U.S. hospital systems have navigated unimaginable changes and challenges.

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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Walking toward the New York Hilton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan this morning, UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot in what law enforcement officers have called a targeted shooting. Investigators reportedly told CNN the gunman was waiting for about 10 minutes before Thompson's arrival.

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FierceHealthIT

DECEMBER 2, 2024

A group of legislators is calling on the Department of Justice to dig into whether pharmacy benefit managers played a role in the opioid epidemic. | A group of legislators is calling on the Department of Justice to dig into whether pharmacy benefit managers played a role in the opioid epidemic.

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DigitalHealth

DECEMBER 2, 2024

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust has selected Nervecentre as its preferred supplier for an electronic patient record (EPR).

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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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GlobalMed

DECEMBER 2, 2024

In today’s competitive business environment, implementing an employee wellness platform is not just a trend but a necessity for fostering a healthy, productive workforce. As companies seek to reduce burnout and enhance productivity, understanding the costs associated with integrating such platforms becomes crucial. Using GlobalMed Wellness as a case study, this blog delves into the factors influencing implementation costs and highlights the benefits of investing in employee wellness.

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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Vitality Program participants receive other rewards and discounts, such as savings on life insurance premiums.

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FierceHealthIT

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Risks with AI-enabled health technologies topped the list of the ECRI Institute's annual ranking of health technology hazards. | A well-known safety group debuted its annual report that lays out the top 10 health technology risks for the upcoming year. The risks of AI perpetuating bias or hallucinating answers to medical questions tops the list of risks for 2025.

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DigitalHealth

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Three quarters of people support sharing health data for the development of AI systems in the NHS, according to a Health Foundation survey.

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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.

Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Coming out of the pandemic we learned some important lessons. One of the important ones is that effective RCM (Revenue Cycle Management) is essential to running a successful medical practice. The challenges and importance of RCM have never been greater. Payers are continuing to take advantage of healthcare organizations with poor RCM. Healthcare organizations that don’t have high quality RCM will always struggle with cash flow problems.

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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The announcement comes two months after the pair revealed at the UN General Assembly its intent to expand Zipline infrastructure to improve care access nationwide.

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FierceHealthIT

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Nearly half of rural hospitals moved out of the high-risk category after a merger, acquisition or affiliation with a larger system, a new analysis has found. | The analysis, conducted by healthcare consulting firm Dobson DaVanzo, found that among 110 rural hospitals that closed between 2011 and 2021, more than half were standalone hospitals without support from larger systems.

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DigitalHealth

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Many of the initial concerns about the FDP have proven unfounded one year after its launch, writes Matthew Taylor, CEO of NHS Confederation.

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LeanIX

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The UK government's G-Cloud Digital Marketplace is a digital store where public sector organizations can purchase reliable, best-of-breed cloud applications. Discover why SAP LeanIX has now been included in this list of vital services.

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Mobi Health News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The guidance recommends a PCCP describe the planned AI-DSF modifications, the associated methodology to develop, validate and implement them, and assess the impact of the changes.

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FierceHealthIT

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Two years ago, Bain and Company forecasted ma | Nontraditional providers will account for about one-third of the primary care market in 2030, according to Bain and Company. Payer-owned primary care, population-focused models and advanced primary care providers are all poised for growth.

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