KevinMD
DECEMBER 20, 2020
In 2016, I was at an angel investor’s conference in Las Vegas when I met a certain individual pursuing their MBA at Stanford University. We got to talking about angel investing, and the term “blockchain” was mentioned. I asked, “the blockchain: that’s Bitcoin, isn’t it?” “Oh no,” was their reply, "Bitcoin is only the beginning […]. Find jobs at Careers by KevinMD.com.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
DECEMBER 22, 2020
There's no question that the COVID-19 crisis ignited unprecedented patient interest in telehealth. But along with the skyrocketing appointment rates and glowing reports about patient and provider satisfaction came concerns about security , accessibility and longevity. Many of those questions are still unanswered as we turn the corner into 2021. But to gain a sense of the landscape going forward, here's a refresher of Healthcare IT News' top 10 telehealth stories from 2020: Telemedici
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Digital Health
DECEMBER 21, 2020
A Jersey girl drawn first captivated by engineering while in college at Dartmouth, Ariel Dowling went on to pursue her PhD at Stanford, exploring the use of wearables to anticipate and prevent knee injuries. After several experiences at tech-focused startups, Ariel has more recently found a home — and a calling — as a digital […].
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 21, 2020
From expanding its employee health offerings to launching its first health wearable, Amazon had a busy 2020.
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Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 23, 2020
How artificial intelligence and augmented reality are changing medical proctoring during COVID-19. hlandi. Wed, 12/23/2020 - 13:10.
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Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 22, 2020
CMS has released a proposed rule that will require Medicaid managed care plans and other insurers offering products on the ACA Exchanges to support the sharing of patient data amongst themselves. The announcement follows the release of the Interoperability and Patient Access final rule in July, which requires all health plans doing business with the […].
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Investors smashed the quarterly and annual digital health funding records of years past.
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Doctor On Demand, Harvard study finds telehealth surge driven by behavioral health, chronic illness visits. hlandi. Tue, 12/22/2020 - 17:39.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Philips announced this past week that it will acquire BioTelemetry, a provider of remote cardiac diagnostics and monitoring, for $2.8 billion. The transaction is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2021. The Pennsylvania-based BioTelemetry provides remote cardiac monitoring, centralized core laboratory services for clinical trials, remote blood glucose monitoring and original equipment manufacturing for healthcare and clinical research customers.
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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.
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 22, 2020
I’m always slightly bothered when people say that telehealth has seen a massive explosion thanks to COVID-19. While it’s true that live video telehealth visits have seen hockey stick style growth because of COVID-19, there are actually a wide variety of telehealth options. Although, each of these areas of telehealth are quite different and have […].
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 22, 2020
There was no shortage of variety among the 2020 healthcare initiatives from Alphabet's major business units.
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Some doctors are Zooming with improv actors to get better at delivering bad news. Here's why. hlandi. Tue, 12/22/2020 - 10:40.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
DECEMBER 22, 2020
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Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 21, 2020
COVID-19 has put an enormous financial strain on physician practices. Many had to shut down or severely restrict the number of patient visits. Although telehealth did help, it also introduced new billing and claims processing complexities. Having good revenue cycle management (RCM) processes will be key as healthcare recovers from the pandemic. I sat down […].
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 22, 2020
The funds are to continue the UK health tech firm’s international expansion.
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Health executives take out their crystal balls: Here are their predictions for 2021. pminemyer. Mon, 12/21/2020 - 12:07.
TheraNest
DECEMBER 21, 2020
If you use practice management software for your psychiatric practice, you know how significantly it can transform your efficiency. But not everyone is aware of everything that practice management software is capable of. Making use of the full range of capabilities can result in major time savings and efficiency gains for your practice. In this post, we’ll take a look at how to leverage some of the more advanced features to help you make your business more profitable and your workflow easier.
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
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 21, 2020
During a conversation with a friend earlier this week discussing healthcare information security, she made one very important point. She is concerned about her personal data being taken or exposed in a ransomware attack or data breach if she decides to get treatment at one of the facilities near her house. With the numerous ransomware […].
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Insurtech company Oscar has confidentially filed to go public, it announced Monday. The New York City-based startup submitted a draft registration statement for its proposed initial public offering to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, but the size and price range for the IPO has yet to be determined.
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Feds hit Walmart with lawsuit over opioid prescriptions. pminemyer. Wed, 12/23/2020 - 09:41.
TheraNest
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Choosing the right EMR for your psychiatry practice is an important decision. A good EMR solution can make you more efficient and make your practice more enjoyable to run. But choosing an EMR that lacks the features you need can sap your energy and waste time. By identifying your must-have features, you’ll be able to more easily distinguish which EMR is the best option for you.
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Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 24, 2020
Today, EverCommerce, a leading service commerce platform, completed the acquisition of Updox, a complete healthcare communication platform for in-person and virtual care. Headquartered in Dublin, OH, Updox serves more than 560,000 users across healthcare practices, health systems and pharmacies and more than 210 million patients. It facilitated over 3.5 million telehealth visits since March and […].
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 22, 2020
The deal, expected to close in early 2021, also adds considerable R&D strength to the connect fitness company.
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 22, 2020
More than 8.2M signed up on HealthCare.gov during open enrollment: CMS. pminemyer. Tue, 12/22/2020 - 14:33.
Healthcare IT News - Telehealth
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Primary topic: Telehealth Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: How Verizon is disrupting telehealth in surprising ways Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition Sponsor: Verizon Right Now:
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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.
Healthcare IT Today
DECEMBER 19, 2020
Note: In case you missed the other 12 Days of #HITChristmas, you can start with the first day here along with the story behind #HITChristmas or read all 12 days here as they are published. On the 7th Day of #HITChristmas we’re excited to feature, Julie Gerdeman, CEO at HealthPay24. Tell us a little bit about yourself and HealthPay24. […].
Mobi Health News
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Last week the European Commission signed off on the merger, on the condition that Google follows through with a handful of commitments.
FierceHealthIT
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Here's how Verily plans to invest $700M in fresh capital. hlandi. Wed, 12/23/2020 - 11:16.
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