Sat.Jun 05, 2021 - Fri.Jun 11, 2021

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Black Swan or Ugly Duckling?

Digital Health

I have heard a few people refer to the COVID pandemic as a “Black Swan Event.” This concept – if you don’t know it – has been around since the 2nd Century but came into common parlance more broadly when Nassim Nicholas Taleb wrote his popular books called Fooled by Randomness and The Black Swan […].

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Here’s how doctors can support medtech innovation

KevinMD

Medtech companies realize that it’s not a trivial task to get a surgeon to just start using a new device. Surgeons have a great deal of responsibility, and their job involves learning a lot of techniques. Therefore, when surgeons learn a technique and master it over the course of years and decades, it will take. Read more…. Find jobs at Careers by KevinMD.com.

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Top 20 smart hospitals in the world, ranked by Newsweek

Henry Kotula

[link]. Rochester, Minn.-based Mayo Clinic was named the best smart hospital in the world in 2021 by Newsweek. For the list, the magazine partnered with consumer research company Statista to find the 250 hospitals that best equip themselves for success with technology. Newsweek said the hospitals on the list are the ones to watch as they “lead in their use of [artificial intelligence], robotic surgery, digital imaging, telemedicine, smart buildings, information technology infrastructure a

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The Pandemic Accelerated Consumers’ Digital Health Tech Ownership As Big Tech Morphs To Big Health

Health Populi

The pandemic ushered in millions of peoples’ first digital health experiences, many of which will persist according to the 23rd Annual U.S. Consumer Technology Ownership & Market Potential Study , published by the Consumer Technology Association. CTA conducted an online survey among 2,409 U.S. adult 18 and over in April 2021 to gather data for this annual report.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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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Apple's new health data sharing feature is part of the patient-controlled data trend

Mobi Health News

The feature lets patients share their user-generated data with clinicians and family members. The team at Cerner says this is one step toward patients controlling their data. .

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Why Online Consultations Should Be The Future of Healthcare

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Online consultation is a big part of the electronic healthcare (E-Health) industry. At present, experts are investing a lot of resources into this industry for its overall improvement. Digital health technology is currently going […]. The article Why Online Consultations Should Be The Future of Healthcare appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Post-Pandemic, U.S. Healthcare is Entering a “Provide More Care For Less” Era – Pondering PwC’s 2022 Forecast

Health Populi

In the COVID-19 pandemic, health care spending in the U.S. increased by a relatively low 6.0% in 2020. This year, medical cost trend will rise by 7.0%, expected to decline a bit in 2022 according to the annual study from PwC Health Research Institute , Medical Cost Trend: Behind the Numbers 2022. What’s “behind these numbers” are factors that will increase medical spending (the “inflators” in PwC speak) and the “deflators” that lower costs.

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How smartphones can help to unlock COVID-19 testing capacity

Mobi Health News

A new white paper from HIMSS suggests that the smartphone can hold the key to delivering capacity and enabling an innovative approach to rapid antigen testing as governments continue to wrestle with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Telehealth has enabled wider access during COVID-19 – but not for everyone

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The rise in telehealth use during the COVID-19 pandemic has showcased two contrasting narratives about access to virtual care. Even as telehealth made it easier for some patients to get the care they need , especially those who struggle to reach in-person services, it also exacerbated the digital divide for others. "COVID accelerated our commitment," said Alexis McGill Johnson, CEO of the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, during a panel at the American Telemedicine Association&

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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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SaaS Technology Helps A Continuing Care Community Reduce Risk, Save Costs and Manage COVID-19

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Christina Cook, marketing manager, PowerDMS. Healthcare providers account for some of the most crucial organizations in the country. And while most provide unparalleled care to patients and residents, there is often a disconnect between […]. The article SaaS Technology Helps A Continuing Care Community Reduce Risk, Save Costs and Manage COVID-19 appeared first on electronichealthreporter.

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Telehealth Bolsters Patient Satisfaction (J.D. Power), and Providers Are Working to Catch Up (BDO)

Health Populi

Two studies published in May 2021 illustrate the value and importance of telehealth to patients in 2020, and a disconnect among many C-level executives working in hospitals, academic medical centers, and other care provider organizations. Together, the two reports from J.D. Power and BDO illustrate some mis-alignment between the demand and supply side of telehealth.

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#HIMSS21Europe: How to empower patients in the digital age

Mobi Health News

Global healthcare leaders at the #HIMSS21Europe conference have called for the development of self-care apps, the enhancement of digital literacy and the transformation of clinician-patient communication to empower patients to help deliver sustainable healthcare. .

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Walmart signals plans to offer telehealth in 16 more states

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The medical group for Walmart Health has filed paperwork to do business in more than a dozen more states – and a spokesperson told Insider that the moves are not related to physical clinics. Instead, the preparation regards the retail giant's pending acquisition of telehealth vendor MeMD earlier this year. "We've expressed our interest in offering telehealth via an acquisition that is pending regulatory clearance, and these filings are related to that effort, not physical Walm

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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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Hospitals In The US Could Be Paralyzed By Cybercrime

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. There have been many attempted attacks by cybercriminals on US healthcare centers, hospitals, and clinics all over the country. The fear is that a ransomware attack – something that has hit individual hospitals over the […]. The article Hospitals In The US Could Be Paralyzed By Cybercrime appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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HIPAA vs HIPPA – Fun Friday

Healthcare IT Today

Leave it to the people on the internet to capture something so well. In this case it was this amazing graphic from David Fry that compares HIPAA vs HIPPA to “clear up the confusion.” Everyone reading this site shouldn’t need the last question, but I’m glad that David included it for those that don’t understand […].

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Report shows Western European medical device market recovering post-COVID

Mobi Health News

Growth opportunities in agile and home-based healthcare as well as in new-age technologies will particularly benefit RASD, cardiovascular and orthopaedic devices. .

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What data and technologies are needed to propel telehealth quality?

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Virtual care aligns with strategic imperatives to improve health outcomes, enhance patient safety, and optimize the patient experience for populations with medical complexity and high healthcare needs. As a result, it will pay off if healthcare can continue the expansion of telehealth started by the COVID-19 pandemic. One driver of successful expansion of virtual care services is open communication and collaboration with key stakeholders on important initiatives that impact the virtual care proc

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

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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How Emerging Tech Is Transforming Medical Care

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. The medical field is always looking for ways to improve the care they provide. In recent years, there have been many advances in technology that are now being implemented into clinical settings. These changes will […]. The article How Emerging Tech Is Transforming Medical Care appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Reducing ED Visits with Remote Patient Monitoring in Primary Care

Healthcare IT Today

The combination of simple technology and good service is helping to make remote patient monitoring (RPM) a key part of keeping patients healthy for primary care physicians. The team at Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University rolled out RPM and has seen a drop in avoidable ED visits and improved patient experience. Healthcare IT […].

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HIMSS21Europe: Getting digital innovation off the ground during COVID-19

Mobi Health News

Dr Colin Brown, CCIO at the UK's University Hospitals of Morecambe shares the outcomes of using HoloLens mixed reality headset technology to enable practitioners to provide safe and remote clinical services at #HIMSS21Europe.

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Mount Sinai eases translation in 200 languages through its Epic telehealth platform

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

When telehealth visits increased exponentially during the pandemic, patients at Mount Sinai Health System with limited English proficiency, or LEP, were at a great disadvantage to receive equal access to services because of the language barrier. THE PROBLEM. Telehealth platforms were not originally set up with LEP patients in mind. And Mount Sinai's patient population in New York City is very diverse – the health system needs to be prepared to deliver healthcare in more than 200 langua

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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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Data-Driven Patient Rounding: A Deep-Dive At Lenox Hill Hospital

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Joe Leggio, associate executive director, Lenox Hill Hospital (Northwell Health). In 2018, we at Lenox Hill Hospital found ourselves at a crossroads. Part of New York’s largest healthcare provider, Northwell Health, we pride ourselves […]. The article Data-Driven Patient Rounding: A Deep-Dive At Lenox Hill Hospital appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Apple unveils automated health data alerts, in-EHR record sharing, fall risk analysis and more at WWDC 2021

FierceHealthIT

Apple unveils automated health data alerts, in-EHR record sharing, fall risk analysis and more at WWDC 2021. dmuoio. Mon, 06/07/2021 - 15:49.

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Oscar Health's CEO on how insurance companies have transformed during COVID-19

Mobi Health News

At HIMSS' State of Healthcare event on June 15, Oscar CEO Mario Schlosser will discuss how the insurance space has adjusted to the COVID-19 demands. .

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The importance of engaging health plan members in virtual care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, New York City was one of the first places in the United States to feel its major effects. Health systems all over the city were forced to pause non-essential care and spin up virtual options – sometimes in a matter of days. MetroPlus Health Plan, which offers access to low- to no-cost healthcare to individuals in New York City, teamed up with Amwell to connect members with virtual services during the tumult.

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How 3 Urgent Cares Tackled Key Metrics For Accelerated Growth

Considering the growth of your clinic? It’s difficult to advance any business today without using technology — but what will truly enhance your daily operations? How successful are other urgent care centers with these solutions? This article offers a glimpse into real-world technology experiences from urgent care centers like yours. Discover how various solutions can boost your growth potential and see firsthand how effective they are.

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Is Cerner an Acquisition Target for Microsoft and Google?

Healthcare IT Today

Thanks for my friend Shereese Maynard for pointing out this article that suggests Cerner might be an acquisition target soon. The article makes the salacious statement that “Cerner is a wounded gazelle, and the lions are hungry.” For those keeping track at home, we’ve been through this before when Jim Cramer suggested that Apple Should […].

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Former Cityblock, SonderMind execs tackling mental health access with latest startup

FierceHealthIT

Former Cityblock, SonderMind execs tackling mental health access with latest startup. hlandi. Fri, 06/11/2021 - 06:15.

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Standard processes fail to follow up half of Microcytic anaemia patients correctly

Mobi Health News

Dr Janne Cadamuro, from the University Hospital of Salzburg in Austria, reviewed the diagnostic process in Laboratory Information Systems and found that 50% of Microcytic anaemia patients were not followed up at all or followed up correctly.

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