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3 Ways Remote Patient Monitoring Saves Billions

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Nearly half of all Americans, or 133 million individuals, have at least one chronic disease today. This number is 15 million more than it was just ten years ago, and by 2030, it is anticipated to reach 170 million. Increasing costs, longer hospital stays, readmissions, and unfavorable outcomes make it difficult for the US health system to save costs.

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How to Effectively Incorporate Telepsychiatry Into Your Care Team

Iris Telehealth

Expanding your team with remote providers benefits your on-site clinicians, patients, and organization overall. Whether you’ve already got a hybrid of on-site and remote providers working for your organization or you’re adding new virtual clinicians to your team, there are several tips and tricks that can help you along the way. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits, common challenges, and recommendations for providers and organizations to help effectively integrate telepsychiatry

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The Retail Health Battle Royale in the U.S. – A Week-Long Brainstorm, Day 2 of 5 – Amazon and One Medical

Health Populi

Today we review the various viewpoints on Amazon’s announced acquisition of One Medical (ONEM, aka 1life Healthcare) which has been a huge story in both health care trade publications, business news, and mainstream media outlets. Welcome to Day 2 of The Retail Health Battle Royale in the U.S., my week-long update of the American retail health/care ecosystem weaving the latest updates from the market and implications and import for health care consumers.

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Ultrasound devicemaker Exo acquires AI developer Medo

Mobi Health News

Exo said integrating Medo's AI tools into its platform will let healthcare workers with less ultrasound expertise capture and interpret images.

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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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ATA cheers prospective telehealth extensions, but calls for more

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The American Telemedicine Association and its ATA Action affiliate on Monday expressed support for a bipartisan bill that would extend the virtual care flexibilities of the public health emergency another two years. They also called for the legislation to safeguard two other provisions they said were key to health equity. WHY IT MATTERS. Sponsored by U.S.

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The Retail Health Battle Royale in the U.S. – A Week-Long Brainstorm, Day 1 of 5

Health Populi

I’ve returned to the U.S. for a couple of months, having lived in and worked from Brussels, Belgium, since October 2021 (save for about ten days in March 2022). Work and life slow down in Europe in July and August, giving us the opportunity to return to our U.S. home base, reunite with friends and family, and re-join life and living this side of the Atlantic.

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Q&A: Why mental health chatbots need strict safety guardrails

Mobi Health News

Ramakant Vempati, Wysa cofounder and president, discusses how the startup tests its AI-backed chatbot to monitor safety and quality.

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MaineHealth turned a COVID-19 grant into a permanent telehealth program

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Similar to many health systems across the country, COVID-19 created an urgent need for MaineHealth to take care of patients at a distance to keep patients and care teams safe. THE PROBLEM. "This was relevant to patients in the outpatient setting, who needed to stay connected with their primary care and specialist providers for acute and chronic needs, as well as for patients in the inpatient setting, who were able to receive some of their care virtually," said Lizzy Mulcahy, director o

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A Look Back at 12 Years of #HITsm Chats – #HITsm Chat Topic

Healthcare IT Today

We’re excited to share the topic and questions for this week’s #HITsm chat happening Friday, 7/29 at Noon ET (9 AM PT). This week’s chat will be hosted by John Lynn ( @techguy ) on the topic “A Look Back at 12 Years of #HITsm Chats. ”. Hard to believe it’s been nearly 12 years since the #HITsm Twitter chats were started. Almost 6 years ago, we took over the #HITsm chat from the Health Standards blog (which ironically is now gone) and Corepoint (which was acquired by Lyniate).

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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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The Retail Health Battle Royale, Day 5 – Consumer Demands For a Health/Care Ecosystem (and What We Can Learn from Costco’s $1.50 Hot Dog)

Health Populi

In another factor to add into the retail health landscape, Dollar General (DG) the 80-year old retailer known for selling low-priced fast-moving consumer goods in peoples’ neighborhoods appointed a healthcare advisory panel this week. DG has been exploring its health-and-wellness offerings and has enlisted four physicians to advise the company’s strategy.

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Caraway raises $10.5M seed to offer virtual care to college women

Mobi Health News

The startup plans to launch its team-based mental, physical and reproductive healthcare in the fall.

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Millions to Lose Coverage if American Rescue Plan PTCs Expire

ACA Times

Enhanced Premium Tax Credit (PTC) subsidies introduced via the American Rescue Plan (ARP) are set to expire this December, and the consequences could be serious. Before diving into what could…. The post Millions to Lose Coverage if American Rescue Plan PTCs Expire first appeared on The ACA Times.

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What Technology Will Be Available in the Healthcare Facility of the Future?

Healthcare IT Today

Yesterday we looked at what the healthcare facility of the future will look like. As we continue our look at healthcare facilities and what changes we’ll see, today we’re going to look at what technology the Healthcare IT Today community thinks will be needed and included in a healthcare facility. Here’s a look at a few of the ideas they shared.

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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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The Retail Health Battle Royale in the U.S. – A Week-Long Brainstorm, Day 3 of 5 – Apple as “Intelligent Health Guardian”

Health Populi

Apple wants to be your “intelligent guardian for health,” based on a 60-page paper shepherded by Jeff Williams, the company’s Chief Operating Officer. Published last week, the paper is one of the big signals trumpeted this U.S. summer marked by the BA.5 omicron subvariant of SARS-CoV-2, inflation pressures on our household budgets, social/political tensions, and hot-hot weather.

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Caption Health partners with Heartbeat Health for remote cardiac care

Mobi Health News

Clinicians will use Caption's AI-enabled guidance software to perform ultrasounds, even in patients' homes. Heartbeat's virtual cardiologists will receive and interpret the results remotely.

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HIStalk Interviews Matt Roberts, Healthcare Industry Practice Lead, Juniper Networks

HIStalk Interviews

Matt Roberts is global practice lead, healthcare industry of Juniper.

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Where Will the Healthcare Facility of the Future Look Like?

Healthcare IT Today

As we look into the future, we’re seeing how what was needed in the past isn’t what the healthcare facility of the future is going to need. This was the topic of discussion in our recent podcast and we asked the Healthcare IT Today community what they thought the healthcare facility of the future would look like. Today we’ll share a number of responses about the facility itself and tomorrow we’ll share a look at the technology that will be needed in the healthcare facil

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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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Catch Today’s Virtual Care Compliance Webinar

eVisit

Today at 2:00 PM ET, I’ll be hosting a complimentary webinar featuring Adam Brown MD MBA , Founder of the Adam Brown Impact Group , and Daniel S. Zinsmaster , Partner at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP.

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Adherium gets US FDA 510(k) to connect remote monitoring sensor for Ellipta inhaler users

Mobi Health News

It follows the clearance for connecting Hailie with AstraZeneca's Symbicort inhaler.

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Patient Referral Pain Point Solutions

BHM Healthcare Solutions

Patient Referral Editor’s Note: Given the rapidly changing health care environment, it is critical to quantify the economic impact physicians have on society. BHM watches health trends and understands the importance of improving and changing with the industry. CLICK HERE to learn more about how BHM helps your organization address opportunities.

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HPG, a Leader in EHR Technology Integration, Acquires HIT Consulting Services Provider HDS

Healthcare IT Today

Healthcare Performance Group, Inc. (HPG), which has provided industry-leading consulting expertise for EHR technology since 2002, announced today that it acquired Health Data Specialists, LLC (HDS). With expertise in Epic, Siemens and Cerner platforms, HDS has provided healthcare information technology consulting services to more than 300 hospitals and health systems – making it an excellent match for the services HPG offers.

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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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Remote Patient Monitoring: Navigating the Shift to Hybrid Care Models

eVisit

Leveraging RPM Tools to Support Better Patient Outcomes in Hybrid Care Environments.

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Study: Low health literacy, poorer neighborhoods associated with audio-only telehealth use

Mobi Health News

A study published in JAMA Network Open found low health literacy and a higher area deprivation index were associated with more audio-only telehealth visits.

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Healthy Habits to Avoid Oral Yeast Infection

Health and Wellness Blog | Uplifting People To Live A Healthier Life

When a yeast infection develops in the mouth, oral thrush occurs. Oral thrush is also known as oral candidiasis. In this condition, the fungus Candida albicans builds up on the mouth’s lining and develops the infection. Candida is a typical oral microorganism, although it can sometimes overgrow and cause infection (1). Oral thrush manifests as […].

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Anesthesia and Surgeons, Unread Emails, and Living the Moment – Fun Friday

Healthcare IT Today

Happy Friday! We hope you have had a great week and are excited to head into the weekend. It’s time again for another edition of Fun Friday where we find some humor in life, business, and the world of healthcare and IT. We have a quite eclectic mix today that I think you’ll enjoy. First up is Dr. Glaucomflecken’s look at anesthesia and surgeons.

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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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Included Health, Pear Therapeutics announce layoffs

Mobi Health News

Virtual care company Included Health said it reduced its headcount by less than 6%, while prescription digital therapeutics maker Pear Therapeutics laid off about 9% of its full-time workforce.

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Challenges in Nursing Homes and Ways to Overcome Them

Health and Wellness Blog | Uplifting People To Live A Healthier Life

Nursing homes serve a noble purpose, and for the older population, they serve as a comfortable and peaceful retreat. Everyone wants a quiet retirement free from responsibilities. This is why senior citizens turn to older homes for refuge. More than 40% of nursing home patients are over 85. However, despite their popularity, these facilities are […].

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