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5 steps to fix our EMR disaster

KevinMD

The EMR has become a focal point in the physician burnout discussion. Although I believe EMRs are a necessary evil, current iterations of them are just not good. Each click on a mouse is a prick on the many good souls that figuratively bleed until they are physically and mentally burned out. Scribes are not […]. Find jobs at Careers by KevinMD.com.

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The healthcare chatbots are coming. Be afraid. Or not.

Mobi Health News

Healthcare chatbots can address some of the most pressing challenges for healthcare providers today. However, the benefits come with some downsides.

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Ambient Computing: the new battleground in Digital Health

Lloyd Price

Suddenly, everybody’s talking about ambient computing. I blame Intel, and I’ll tell you why in a minute. Ambient computing is real. It’s the next megatrend in computing. Ambient means “in the air” or “present on all sides” or “all around us.” To interact in an “ambient computing” context means to not care and not even necessarily know where exactly the devices are that you’re interacting with.

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100 Million People in America Lack Broadband — an On-Ramp to Health and Safety

Health Populi

One in three Americans does not have a broadband connection, according to a new report from the NPD Group. This means that about 100 million people in the U.S. can’t benefit from telehealth and other digital health connections that can bolster self-care, home care, and lower cost care. Most of these folks in the broadband-digital divide live in rural America/. “The so-called digital divide, between those that can or cannot make the best use of the Internet, can be clearly felt in rur

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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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When physicians focus more on screens than patients

KevinMD

As Wei Wei Lee sat with her doctor to discuss starting a family, she felt a “distance” between them. The physician was busy on the computer and focused on the screen. “It just didn’t feel very personal,” Lee said. “I didn’t feel heard.” It seemed as though keeping a record of the conversation was more […]. Find jobs at Careers by KevinMD.com. Search thousands of physician, PA, NP, and CRNA jobs now.

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MedStar’s Machine Learning Techniques to Assist Pennsylvania Patient Safety Program

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Goal is to provide quicker, more thorough analysis of patient safety reporting system

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A Portrait of the Health Consumer as Confused, Cost-Challenged, and Out of Control

Health Populi

Patients in the U.S. are confused, cost-challenged and lacking control, according to The Consumer Healthcare Paradox from Maestro Health, an employee health and benefits company. Data illustrating that “paradox” is shown in the second chart: while 78% percent of patients told Maestro Health their health care experience is positive, 69% feel they lack control over their patient journey.

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Access to telehealth services still low, with many questioning its value

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Nearly three quarters of Americans said they are unaware of, or unable to access telehealth services, even though one in 10 said they had previously used telehealth technology. These were among the findings of a J.D. Power survey of 1,000 Americans, which also found patients between the ages of 18 and 24 to have used telehealth more than any other age group – seniors used telehealth services the least.

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Uber Health inks deal to integrate with Medpod

Mobi Health News

The new plan will help doctors send practitioners with a medical microcart out to patients' homes.

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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 and FDA release drug importation plan to lower prices

FierceHealthIT

HHS and FDA released a plan to start safe importation of drugs originally intended for foreign markets in an attempt to lower prices.

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Choosing the Right Telehealth Platform: 5 Factors To Consider

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Rik Coder, vice president of public sector, Pexip. Today’s healthcare organizations face tremendous pressure to deliver high-quality care and improve patient satisfaction, all while reducing costs. As hospitals adapt to new value-based care models, telehealth can be a great way to improve patient satisfaction and engagement.

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Dispute Between Surescripts and Amazon’s PillPack Over Patient Prescription Data Boils Over

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E-prescription manager Surescripts has terminated its contract with data company ReMy Health, accusing it of “fraudulently” providing Amazon’s PillPack with patient prescription data, taking its evidence to the FBI

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CMS launches new API to help doctors get access to patient records

Mobi Health News

The program is designed to help providers gain additional insights into a patient's health records without changing their workflows.

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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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Anthem, Humana along with Apple and Google testing API for patient access to claims data

FierceHealthIT

While CMS' new "Data at the Point of Care" pilot took center stage at the Blue Button Developers Conference on Tuesday, there was another initiative announced that could have huge implications for patients getting easier access to their claims data.

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Amazon Has Permanently Disrupted Retail: Will It Disrupt Healthcare Next?

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Joe Grace, partner, Chief Outsiders. The US healthcare system has serious systemic problems. While the cost of healthcare continues to escalate, access to care is more difficult than ever. As a country we are getting sicker, chronic conditions are on the rise and, for the first time, longevity may be on the decline.

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Four Technologies Improving Rural Quality of Care

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest blog post by Chris Logan, Director, Healthcare Industry Strategy at VMware. In the last decade, technology has significantly helped the healthcare industry make strides to improve care in rural settings. But many providers in rural areas still face major obstacles. For instance, 1 in 5 rural hospitals are at risk of […].

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Researchers develop wearable sensor that could administer Narcan to prevent overdoes deaths

Mobi Health News

The technology will be able to detect when a user's heart rate decreases to trigger the medication.

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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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Amazon, Google, Microsoft and IBM renew pledge to support interoperability and advance open standards

FierceHealthIT

Last August six of the world's largest technology giants publicly committed to supporting interoperability in healthcare and to take steps to advance data sharing standards. A year later, the cloud technology leaders say they have made notable progress to reduce barriers to interoperability and are committed to advancing open standards.

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Should Physicians Disclose Genetic Biomarker Results for Alzheimer’s Disease to Healthy Individuals?

CE App

Communicating risk status for a complex disease such as Alzheimer’s can be challenging. Should providers disclose genetic screening and biomarkers risk results that are solely predictive to their patients? Even if a patient cannot use this information to seek further treatment? Are the potential benefits of seeking early treatment once the initial signs of the disease worth any related worries or fears of the onset of cognitive decline and impairments?

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Top Startups That Will Change Healthcare

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Michael Dehoyos, web developer, PhD Kingdom and Next Coursework. Technology is advancing at an unbelievably rapid pace and there are new breakthroughs every day for artificial intelligence and big data in multiple industries. They have the potential to completely revolutionize the field of healthcare and some changes are already starting to take place.

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DeepMind's AI can predict AKI up to two days before it happens, according to new research

Mobi Health News

The study was published today in Nature.

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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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Only 1 in 10 patients use telehealth as lack of awareness hinders adoption, J.D. Power survey finds

FierceHealthIT

Telehealth often is touted as a technology tool that can help improve healthcare access, especially for vulnerable populations, and reduce costs to the healthcare system. But telehealth usage remains low, barely in double digits in even the most engaged demographics, according to a new survey from J.D. Power.

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As it Prepares for Cerner EHR Switch, VA Transfers 23.5M Health Records to DoD Shared Data Center

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VA Secretary Robert Wilkie believes this was a key first step in solving interoperability issues between the VA, DoD and other healthcare providers

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Michael Archuleta: 4 Things Startups Should Know about Rural American Healthcare Innovation

Healthcare IT Today

Rural areas are historically perceived as a harder market for healthcare startups: They have tighter margins, and recently many safety net and rural hospitals have closed. Yet rural areas are most in need of companies that can establish a lasting presence. In Colorado, groups like Prime Health are dedicated to improving healthcare in rural parts […].

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Livongo's CEO says opening day success signals healthy digital health market

Mobi Health News

The company closed its first day roughly 36% above its initial pricing of $28.

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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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Salaries increase for physician assistants as demand for these positions continues

FierceHealthIT

Salaries for physician assistants increased slightly last year as they remain in high demand, according to a new report.

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How Skilled Nursing Facilities Need To Prepare For Value-Based Care

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Kathleen Riordan and Apurva Subramanian, healthcare experts, PA Consulting. Over the next decade one in five US residents will be over the age of 65, over 70 percent of whom will require some form of Long-Term Services and Support (LTSS) as they continue to age.

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Master Guide to Telehealth Statistics for 2019

Enzyme Health

If you are working in telemedicine, you should be aware of the latest data supporting this method of healthcare delivery. Get to know the most important data on telehealth market growth, insurance and telemedicine, telehealth technology, telemedicine patient demographics, telehealth patient satisfaction, provider adoption of telehealth, and specialty telemedicine statistics.