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A Proactive Approach to COVID-19: PatientConnect Mobile

Health Recovery Solutions

The past several months has forced not only our country, but the world, to reevaluate our preparedness to confront a global pandemic. During the first wave of COVID-19 the US was among many countries that came face-to-face with the shortcomings of their healthcare system. In the blink of an eye, stores closed, companies transitioned to remote work and healthcare providers had to quickly and dramatically shift how they functioned day-to-day.

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A New Era of Virtual Care Has Begun, Accenture Finds

Health Populi

Patients embraced virtual care and communications at very high rates in the first months of the pandemic, and want to continue to use telehealth platforms after the pandemic ends. The new era of virtual care has begun and is here to stay, Accenture expects in its latest look at How COVID-19 will permanently alter patient behavior , a patient survey conducted in May 2020.

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The looming end to the telehealth boom

Mobi Health News

Former U.S. Medicaid CMO Dr. Andrey Ostrovsky outlines how tech entrepreneurs, investors and digital-transformation leaders can impact a legislative fix and enable long-term telehealth access.

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Healthcare’s Most Innovative Companies of 2020: LeanTaaS

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. At Electronic Health Reporter, we take innovations from healthcare companies very seriously. For nearly a decade, we’ve featured their work, products, news and thought leaders in an effort to bring our readers the best, most in-depth […]. The article Healthcare’s Most Innovative Companies of 2020: LeanTaaS appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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Telehealth Platforms: Building Blocks for Omnichannel, Networked Healthcare

Health Populi

In the U.S., the use of telehealth services tripled in the past year, as healthcare providers limited patients from in-person visits for care and patients sought to avoid exposure to the coronavirus in medical settings. With this alignment of virtual care supply-and-demand, it is like telehealth will see “permanent usage increases,” according to Parks Associates’ survey report, COVID-19 – Impact on Telehealth Use and Perspectives.

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Back to the future: Digital health-led decentralization of healthcare delivery

Mobi Health News

Flare Capital Partners principal Ian Chiang identifies the innovators and trends that will drive decentralization of healthcare in the coming years.

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Meeting Patient Demands With Virtual Care Beyond COVID-19

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Michael Morgan, CEO, Updox. Once COVID-19 was officially declared a pandemic and states across the country began issuing shelter in place orders, one thing became very clear: there was a crucial need for healthcare […]. The article Meeting Patient Demands With Virtual Care Beyond COVID-19 appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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AMA report finds nearly 40% decline in opioid prescriptions but overdose deaths continue to climb

FierceHealthIT

AMA report finds nearly 40% decline in opioid prescriptions but overdose deaths continue to climb. rking. Tue, 07/21/2020 - 10:55.

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Health providers rediscover the hidden asset of telemedicine for care management

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Recently, millions of patients have realised how their health is dependent on access to a healthcare facility infrastructure. For the clinics and physicians, the pandemic brought a double challenge: providing access to care for COVID-19 patients and keeping chronically ill patients under control so that they can stay safe at home. It became clear that continuity of care for large patient cohorts required reliable communication channels and decision-support systems.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

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.

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Omron launches UVC disinfection robot targeting COVID-19 virus

Mobi Health News

According to Omron, the robot can get up and running with a simple software integration and does not require modifications or construction of the premises it is used in.

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Machine Learning Is Poised To Transform The Patient Experience — If We Let It

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Ray D’Onofrio, principal data architect, SPR. Could Amazon’s personal assistant, Alexa, predict when you will be sick? Or, if Siri is the first to know you have COVID-19. It’s not as far-fetched as it […]. The article Machine Learning Is Poised To Transform The Patient Experience — If We Let It appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Startup Sprout launches tech-enabled autism care program with $10M seed financing

FierceHealthIT

Startup Sprout launches tech-enabled autism care program with $10M seed financing. hlandi. Wed, 07/22/2020 - 09:34.

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Legislators and healthcare orgs rally in favor of bipartisan telehealth bill

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Several healthcare organizations and elected officials came together on Thursday in support of legislation safeguarding access to telehealth after the pandemic. "We have seen the positive impact of telehealth across the nation," said Jen Covich Bordenick, CEO at eHealth Initiative. The temporary waivers issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, said Bordenick, have allowed individuals suffering from COVID symptoms to get virtual treatment.

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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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Doctors tweet swimsuit photos in rebuke of critical journal article

Mobi Health News

Scores of doctors have rallied against an article published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery that called out new vascular surgery doctors for "unprofessional content" on their social media pages.

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10 Reasons Why You Need A Water Dispenser

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Water dispensers are becoming a vital appliance in our homes today; in the recent past, they were only found in offices and public places. Today water dispensers are offering a healthy alternative to tap water. […]. The article 10 Reasons Why You Need A Water Dispenser appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Uber launches service to help with COVID-19 contact tracing: report

FierceHealthIT

Uber launches service to help with COVID-19 contact tracing: report. hlandi. Mon, 07/20/2020 - 11:13.

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Arkos Health, created by merger of 3 companies, sets sights on senior-focused telehealth

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Curavi Health, CarePointe and U.S. Health Systems announced this past week that they have merged to form Arkos Health, a new company designed to bring analytics-driven telemedicine to vulnerable senior populations nationwide. WHY IT MATTERS. Pittsburgh-based Curavi, which develops telehealth technology tailored for post-acute and long-term care settings, was launched in 2016 as a spin-off from UPMC (which will continue to be an investor in Arkos Health) and has built itself up with acquisitions

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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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Meaningful digital health engagement is more complicated than how long or often users log in

Mobi Health News

A new study conducted among SilverCloud Health program users employed machine learning to identify relationships between app-use frequency and clinical outcomes.

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The Donut Healthcare Hack – Fun Friday

Healthcare IT Today

Happy Friday everyone! You made it through another week. This week I came across this amazing image from Lisa Forte from Red Goat Cyber Security. In her LinkedIn post where she shared this, she says: Don’t forget physical security as people start re-populating workplaces. It is just as important as ever. Our minds are full […].

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Hospitals employ lessons learned in load balancing, supply chain as COVID-19 cases surge

FierceHealthIT

Hospitals employ lessons learned in load balancing, supply chain as COVID-19 cases surge. rking. Thu, 07/23/2020 - 11:32.

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Consortium uses FCC COVID-19 funds to bring telehealth to the underserved

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The Boston-based MA FQHC Telehealth Consortium was created for Federally Qualified Health Centers to come together to master telehealth so that their patients could access quality care despite the pandemic. Before this time, FQHCs generally struggled to get telehealth off the ground because of the expense, lack of reimbursement and issues related to access.

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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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Careology launches remote monitoring platform for cancer care

Mobi Health News

The digital cancer care platform will connect patients with their clinical team.

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Covid-19 and Mid-Year Look at 2020 Tech Trends for Older Adults

Aging in Place Technology Watch

That was then… In early 2020, focus sharpens on market categories of aging and caregiving. AARP published a new report that showed growing interest in technology among those aged 70+. The 127,000 CES 2020 attendees in January saw exhibit areas and innovations focused on older adults and what they need. Cambia Health released a survey of caregivers, 64% of surveyed caregivers use at least one digital tool to help them with caregiving.

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AHA: Half of U.S. hospitals could be operating in the red by end of year

FierceHealthIT

AHA: Half of U.S. hospitals could be operating in the red by end of year. rking. Tue, 07/21/2020 - 12:09.

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Healthcare organizations turning to wide range of vendors in pandemic

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

A new KLAS report found that organizations have turned to a wide range of vendors – most frequently those providing telehealth technology – to help provide care amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. "Most notable is the very high number of vendors that organizations have adopted: the 174 respondents who report heavily utilizing [virtual care] technology mentioned 43 different virtual care vendors," read the report issued this week.

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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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Study: Lower back pain patients using digital program report significant reduction in pain

Mobi Health News

The study found that high-risk patients who used the teleconsultation feature also had better outcomes than their peers who did not.

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The Telehealth Revolution Has Only Just Begun

InTouch Health

Author: David Ryan, GM Health and Life Sciences Business, Intel . In the wake of COVID-19, all industries have had to adjust the way they operate. Nowhere is this more evident than in healthcare, where doctors and other clinicians have turned to emerging technology solutions in order to keep up with growing demand for services and keep patients safe.

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Here is how execs from Oscar Health, Intermountain and Cerner say the telehealth boom will change healthcare

FierceHealthIT

Here is how execs from Oscar Health, Intermountain and Cerner say the telehealth boom will change healthcare. hlandi. Wed, 07/22/2020 - 12:06.