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3 Ways to Increase EMR Testing Speed & Accuracy

Optimum Healthcare IT

EMR Testing is usually a complex & manual process. Here are 3 things you can do to reduce testing time & increase accuracy and efficiency. The post 3 Ways to Increase EMR Testing Speed & Accuracy appeared first on Optimum Healthcare IT.

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The ROI on Patient Experience = Loyalty, Trust and Revenue – Listening to Accenture

Health Populi

When health care providers and payers make patients’ lives easier, there’s a multiplying factor for loyalty and revenue growth, according to Accenture’s latest look into the value of experience in The Power of Trust: Unlocking patient loyalty in healthcare. Accenture conducted two surveys for this research, assessing nearly 16,000 U.S. adult consumers’ views on healthcare providers and health insurance plans.

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Can AI save the medical profession?

KevinMD

I was working in a busy GP clinic when I finished seeing my last patient for the day, and I felt a sense of relief that the day was over; however, that relief was quickly overshadowed by the daunting mountain of paperwork I needed to complete before I could go home. In general practice, this Read more… Can AI save the medical profession? originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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How to navigate the risks of remote patient monitoring

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Remote patient monitoring has been taking the spotlight in health IT, and the number of hospitals and health systems embracing this approach to patient care in the home has been increasing. What's more, the number of reimbursable RPM services may soon be on the rise thanks to efforts spearheaded by the CPT Editorial Panel and the American Medical Association.

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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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How Two Health Systems Transformed Their Approach to Behavioral Health Care 

Iris Telehealth

Virtual care helps transform a health system’s approach to behavioral health care, giving their communities and providers much needed support. However, there are several considerations to keep in mind when it comes to virtual behavioral health integration. In a webinar hosted by Becker’s Hospital Review, healthcare leaders from Elliot Health System and Texas Health Resources shared their strategic and economic cases for behavioral health integration, insights into implementing virtual services i

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AI-powered surveillance in China

KevinMD

Today, in China, if you walk across the street where you are not supposed to, expect a ticket to arrive in the mail. Somehow. Out of all the faces in China. An AI-monitored camera will see you and report your crime to the authorities. Lately, these fines have been coming almost instantly by text message. Read more… AI-powered surveillance in China originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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MediSecure enters administration and more briefs

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MediSecure voluntarily enters administration E-prescription service MediSecure entered into voluntary administration three weeks after it reported a "large-scale" ransomware attack. FTI Consulting's Vaughan Strawbridge and Paul Harlond have been appointed as administrators and liquidators of the embattled company, which used to provide a national service that delivers e-scripts to pharmacies.

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DHSC slashes investment in NHS AI Lab by £111m

DigitalHealth

The Department of Health and Social Care has slashed investment in NHS AI Lab from a promised £250 million to just £139m, Digital Health News has learned.

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Q&A: Creating digital therapeutics for patient impact and profitability

Mobi Health News

Dr. Guido Giunti discusses patient involvement and the necessity of being forward-thinking in creating digital therapeutics.

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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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Embracing innovation in the digitized operating room

KevinMD

In modern medicine, the operating room epitomizes precision, expertise, and innovation. While we’ve made incredible advancements in medical science and patient care in recent decades, operating rooms have faced their share of challenges, from inefficiencies to outdated technology. However, the OR is poised for transformation as health care embraces computational care and digitization, revolutionizing surgical Read more… Embracing innovation in the digitized operating room originally appear

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National Nurses United pushes back against deployment of ‘unproven’ AI in healthcare

FierceHealthIT

The nation’s largest nurses union is demanding that artificial intelligence tools used in healthcare be proven safe and equitable before deployment. | A union organization for nurses nationwide says the deployment of AI in healthcare will push nurses out of patient rooms and compromise patient safety. A new AI Bill of Rights lays out nurse and patient protections, which are not currently being met.

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Critical incident at Synnovis disrupts pathology services across SE London

DigitalHealth

Breaking news: A critical incident at Synnovis has disrupted services at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS FT and King’s College Hospital NHS FT.

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Mika Health, Cancer Support Community partner on AI oncologic digital therapeutic

Mobi Health News

Cancer patients and caregivers will receive free access to an AI-enabled app for mental health and other support services.

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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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AI and eClinicalWorks in the Cloud at United Digestive

Healthcare IT Today

According to Rich Eells, VP of Innovation & Integration at United Digestive , the company is committed to continuous improvement. This trait works well with eClinicalWorks in the cloud, given the ability of a cloud service to introduce new features quickly. Running on Microsoft Azure also provides access to many resources and features. United Digestive employs 200 practitioners in the Southeastern US.

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Industry Voices—Walmart's exit from health centers reflects broader challenges in primary care

FierceHealthIT

Walmart announced that it is closing all 51 of its health centers and virtual care ope | The hope that retailers were poised to offer a scaled-up solution has yielded to a more realistic view that, at best, it will be a long journey.

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Study highlights need for more rigorous evaluation of digital health apps

DigitalHealth

A study from Ulster University has called for more rigorous evaluation of digital health apps rather than reliance on user ratings and download numbers.

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UltraSight, Mayo Clinic develop Al-powered algorithms for image analysis

Mobi Health News

The organizations will co-develop algorithms to help healthcare professionals analyze point-of-care ultrasound images for cardiac care.

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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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CIO Podcast – Episode 75: AI Benefits with Bill Hudson

Healthcare IT Today

For the 75th episode of the CIO podcast hosted by Healthcare IT Today, we are joined by Bill Hudson, Chief Digital Strategist at Aidoc and former CIO at INTEGRIS Health and John Muir Health to talk AI! We kick this episode off by discussing the motivation behind his transition from his role as CIO to the vendor side. Then we talk about where we think AI will offer operational benefits to organizations.

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Appeals court upholds ruling barring former Express Scripts chief from joining CVS

FierceHealthIT

A federal appeals court has upheld an injunction preventing the former head of Express Scripts from taking an executive role at CVS Health. | A federal appeals court has upheld an injunction preventing the former head of Express Scripts from taking an executive role at CVS Health.

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Joe McDonald: The moment I realised, I’m history

DigitalHealth

A stellar career in digital wasn't enough to land Joe McDonald an interview for the National CCIO job. So why was he passed over? He has his suspicions.

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MedTech health and data company AcuityMD scores $45M and more digital health fundings

Mobi Health News

Cardiac and lung-disease platform Eko Health secured $41 million in Series D funding.

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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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2011's AARP prediction for older adults: technology to live your best life

Aging in Place Technology Watch

An old report, the core concept of Connected Living was excellent and predictive. A long time ago, AARP sponsored research that posed questions about technology’s future role in connecting older adults with families, resources, and each other. With input from 30 industry experts, the research attempted to answer how technology could better serve older adults moving forward.

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Sift Healthcare Raises $20M Series B Funding Round to Enhance AI-Powered Payment Solutions

Healthcare IT Today

Led by B Capital, Investment will Accelerate Growth as Sift Further Innovates its AI Co-Pilot Solutions and Scales to Support Market Demand Sift Healthcare (Sift) , a leading innovator in AI-powered healthcare payment solutions, today announced the successful close of its $20M Series B funding round. Led by B Capital , with continued support from existing investors, including Allos Ventures , First Trust Capital Partners , and Rock River Capital , Sift will use this funding to prioritize te

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Black and ethnic minority people underrepresented in virtual wards

DigitalHealth

An NHS England analysis of the effectiveness of virtual wards has found that black and ethnic minority people are underrepresented in patient cohorts.

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Deloitte acquires End Point's disease surveillance business assets

Mobi Health News

CasePointer's workforce will join Deloitte, and the company will use the business's software in conjunction with its GovConnect assets to assist its government clients.

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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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In-person, virtual support groups now available to Navajo veterans

FierceHealthIT

Navajo veterans can now access in-person and virtual peer support groups thanks to a partnership between Televeda and the Navajo Nation Veterans Administration. | The support groups take the form of talking circles, deeply rooted in the traditional practices of Indigenous people. Televeda is also offering other virtual talking circles for women and LGBTQ+ individuals.

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Is There an AI Topic That is NOT Getting Enough Attention Right Now? – ViVE 2024

Healthcare IT Today

AI has been on the healthcare scene for a while now – meaning that its had time to grow and expand into a lot of different areas of healthcare and develop a lot of new uses. But with all of that expansion and development, it can be really difficult to ensure that all AI topics have been given the proper attention they deserve. In order to help shine a light on the topics that been overlooked, we reached out to our incredible Healthcare IT Today Community at ViVE 2024.

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Synnovis CEO confirms ransomware attack at London hospitals

DigitalHealth

Synnovis CEO Mark Dollar has confirmed that a ransomware attack has interrupted pathology IT systems, causing patient activity to be cancelled.

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