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Top 5 Physiotherapy Software Options for Your Clinic Practice

NiftyHMS

Physiotherapy software helps manage patient information, appointments, payments, and treatment plans. It’s important to pick the right one to improve care and handle daily tasks. Look for features like scheduling, billing, and patient records. Ensure it’s easy to use, supports virtual appointments, and offers communication options like online booking.

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Improve your medical presentations: How to embed videos in PowerPoint like a pro

KevinMD

An excerpt from Medical Presentations. In our workshops, one of the most common issues that participants raise relates to using videos in PowerPoint. They are unsure how to source videos and are afraid to use them based on past experiences. The risks associated with using video in PowerPoint have diminished significantly with recent versions. Previously, Read more… Improve your medical presentations: How to embed videos in PowerPoint like a pro originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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Fall and winter surge in healthcare can be aided by virtual care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

IT leaders should strategize for telehealth's role in the annual surge, and there's a fit with managing chronic conditions and boosting seniors' annual wellness visits, says Dr. Carrie Nelson, chief medical officer at KeyCare.

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Wearable Health Tech Keeps Users Safe and Healthy – Rachel’s Story

Connected Health Initiative

The post Wearable Health Tech Keeps Users Safe and Healthy – Rachel’s Story first appeared on Connected Health Initiative.

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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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Healthcare AI - Provenance of AI outputs

Healthcare Exchange Standards

AI is the focus of the HL7 Workgroup Plus meeting this week. As I sit in on the presentations, I find that there are some efforts that the Security WG has already put in place that are not understood. So this article will expose some of the things that Security WG has already put in place to support AI. AI Output Provenance First up is that there is a concern that any diagnosis, notes, observations, or other content that is created by AI, or assisted by AI, should be tagged as such.

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Morehouse School of Medicine launches pain equity course focused on racial healthcare disparities

FierceHealthIT

One of the first pain equity courses for medical students is launching at the Morehouse School of Medicine this fall. | The course offers insights into fostering safe, trustworthy, transparent and empathetic patient-provider interactions. It also emphasizes how to address the unique preferences and needs of Black patients in pain.

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‘Two-factor authentication may have stopped Synnovis cyber attack’

DigitalHealth

Beverley Bryant has said that two-factor authentication is the biggest deterrent to cyber attacks in the NHS and healthcare sector.

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FCC set to require georouting for 988 Lifeline calls, enhancing access to local services

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

New federal requirements on wireless carriers could help address the nation’s mental health crisis and improve local suicide prevention response and patient care, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said in an announcement Wednesday. Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel said the agency will vote to codify the rule at its October meeting.

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Facing the media wall of ‘Aging in Place’, the senior living industry is flummoxed

Aging in Place Technology Watch

Is aging in place a smart strategy? Here we go again. In a brand new and similarly rosy, article in the Wall Street Journal , more of the same mediocre advice is offered about how to prepare. Have a frank talk with family members. Maybe do some home modifications (those rickety stairs? Or a $20,000+ elevator), or address that lengthy distance from a supermarket?

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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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Startup Particle Health files antitrust lawsuit against Epic alleging it uses monopoly power to block competition

FierceHealthIT

What began as a dispute between two health tech companies over healthcare data exchange practices has now led to a federal lawsuit alleging antitrust violations. | Venture-backed health tech company Particle Health filed an antitrust lawsuit against Epic in the Southern District of New York alleging that the electronic health records giant is trying to muscle out competition in the payer platform market.

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We need ‘a report like Darzi’s’ on NHS IT

DigitalHealth

The ‘honesty and speed’ of Lord Darzi’s independent investigation into the state of the NHS is impressive - and the IT community must respond to his call for a “tilt to technology”.

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This Week’s Health IT Jobs – September 25, 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: Director Informatics – The Doctors Company Clinical Systems Specialist-HIMS (Remote) – ChristianaCar

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Understanding the ACA’s Full-Time Employee Rules

ACA Times

A common compliance challenge under the ACA for employers is correctly identifying FTEs and the associated ACA obligations. Doing so accurately will ensure you avoid costly IRS penalties. The post Understanding the ACA’s Full-Time Employee Rules first appeared on The ACA Times.

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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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Healthcare conferences to put on your calendar for 2024-2025

FierceHealthIT

Looking for healthcare events in the fall of 2024 and 2025? We rounded up some of the top conferences, both virtual and live, that are on the calendar. | Here's our roundup of some of the top events in healthcare scheduled in the fall of 2024 and 2025.

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Frimley Health’s remote monitoring programme shows promise

DigitalHealth

An independent actuarial report from Strategia has confirmed the potential of Frimley Health’s remote monitoring programme.

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Vendor Management and Data Security: Strengthening Your Weakest Link

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Matt Murren, Co-Founder and CEO at True North Modern healthcare groups depend on dozens of vendors, from EHR and other software companies to imaging services and medical device manufacturers. Unfortunately, vital third-party “business associates” like these accounted for nine out of ten of the largest data breaches in healthcare in 2022 as well as the two breaches in 2023 whose “individuals affected” dwarfed the rest of the list (Health EC LLC and ESO Solution

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This Healthcare Payment Breakthrough is Actually Analog

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Bob Chin, chief information officer, PayMedix. I’m a confirmed AI optimist and believe the technology will improve healthcare on a broad scale, from diagnosis to drug discovery, precision medicine, robotic surgery, record keeping, analytics, […] The article This Healthcare Payment Breakthrough is Actually Analog appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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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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Pomelo Care acquires the Doula Network to offer hybrid maternity care model

FierceHealthIT

Pomelo Care, a value-based virtual provider of maternity care, has acquired the Doula Network, now offering virtual and in-person maternity care. | The acquisition expands the company’s reach to more than 15 million covered lives, including more than 1 in 6 Medicaid beneficiaries nationally.

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Prescription tracking feature launched on the NHS App

DigitalHealth

A feature which allows patients to trace the status and readiness of their prescriptions has been released on the NHS App.

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Sonio Announces Official Acquisition By Samsung After French Ministry of the Economy and Finance Approval

Healthcare IT Today

Sonio , the MedTech company specializing in women’s and children’s health, today announces the official approval by the French Ministry of the Economy and Finance of the acquisition of 100% of shares by Samsung. The deal closes following the company’s second wave of FDA clearance in 2024 and with Sonio reporting and workflow solutions operating in multiple sites across the US.

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Automation and Reimagining Revenue Integrity

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Revenue integrity has become harder to maintain as audits grow in volume and complexity. Payers are increasing scrutiny and regulatory agencies are reinforcing fraud mitigation. Navigating this evolving terrain requires a reimagined, automated approach to […] The article Automation and Reimagining Revenue Integrity appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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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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J.D. Power: Consumer experience with telehealth a mixed bag

FierceHealthIT

While consumers give telehealth high marks for convenience, overall experience is fairly mixed, according to a new report. | While consumers give telehealth high marks for convenience, overall experience is fairly mixed, according to a new report.

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Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital to roll out Epic EHR in 2025

DigitalHealth

Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust has announced plans to implement Epic's electronic patient record in 2025.

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Baxter Launches Next Generation of The Vest System for Airway Clearance

Digital Health Global

Provides patients with certain chronic lung conditions and retained secretions added comfort, user-friendly touch screen and unique garment design options Developed in consultation with clinicians and patients for an enhanced user experience The Vest uses High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation therapy, a therapy for which Hillrom, now part of Baxter, has been a pioneer and industry leader BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Baxter International Inc.

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Patients, Regulations, and Cybersecurity at the DirectTrust Conference

Healthcare IT Today

To start this week, I was lucky to be able to attend the DirectTrust conference in St. Louis. This was a really great event because it had basically everyone on the full continuum of interoperability and identity all in one place. Plus, the event was designed in a way that you could easily connect and talk with a wide variety of experts in these areas.

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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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HHS OIG finds gaps in opioid treatment for Medicare, Medicaid enrollees

FierceHealthIT

Many counties do not have medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) services available through providers and treatment programs, and even in counties that do, Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries of | A new report from HHS OIG looked at access to medication for opioid use disorder services and found many high need counties do not have specialized providers.

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Vin Diwakar: We must fix the basic NHS digital infrastructure

DigitalHealth

Vin Diwakar, medical director for transformation at NHSE, said that fixing the basic digital infrastructure of the NHS is a key priority.

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Kinary, a HealthiPeople Company, Establishes Expert Advisory Board to Enhance Family Caregiving Support

Digital Health Global

Leaders in Healthcare and Digital Health Unite To Innovate for Family Caregivers’ Needs SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Kinary , a leading platform dedicated to empowering caregivers and enhancing the family caregiving experience, and a subsidiary of HealthiPeople, a company committed to connecting patients, providers, and caregivers to improve patient outcomes, is proud to announce the formation of an Advisory Board comprised of industry leaders in healthcare, technology, and strateg