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Even modest meds adherence can be financially transformative for health systems

Healthcare It News

As healthcare continues to advance with accountable care organizations and value-based care models, the industry is starting to see some real traction after a decade of groundwork in the form of CMS claims for the Medicare Shared Savings Program. There are some critical elements driving success here.

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IPO vs. Acquisition for Life Science Companies: Expert Q&A

HIT Consultant

Taylor Wirth, Partner at Barnes & Thornburg Life science companies, particularly those heavily invested in research and development, often face critical funding decisions. How can life science companies assess the market receptiveness to their potential IPO, especially considering the biotech/pharma sector?

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Healthcare & Life Science M&A Activity Plummets 1H’22

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The index of Healthcare & Life Science equities tracked by Stout was down 16.8% – Healthcare & Life Science M&A activity plummeted to 338 deals in Q2 2022 versus 535 in Q2 2021 and a record 565 deals in Q4 2021. Medical Device equities were down 18.5%

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How the Life Sciences Industry Can Boost Diversity and Inclusion Efforts

HIT Consultant

Although it is well established that diversity improves outcomes and drives excellence, implementing diversity lags behind in many industries, including life sciences and healthcare. Along this entire path, the organization must ensure that diverse voices are included and the needs of diverse patient populations are taken into account.

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Where Has All The Talent Gone? The Skills Gap Stalling The March of UK Life Sciences

HIT Consultant

Peter Kearney, Chief Operating Officer of Virdis Group The UK life sciences industry is burgeoning and, thanks in part to the role played by Covid in supercharging a range of sectors, it is on a path toward further expansion. Do the people needed by UK life sciences companies exist and, if so, where are they currently working?

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Wellstar Health adds secure check-in through Epic

Healthcare It News

Wellstar patients who opt-in to use the platform with a single sign-on account verify their identity ahead of time by text, and then when they arrive at their scheduled appointments, check in by taking a 'selfie' digital photo at the health system's kiosks.

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AI-Powered Surgical Platform Definition Health Secures $7.5M

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hospitals face growing financial pressures, with elective surgeries accounting for 48% of gross revenue, Definition Health’s platform addresses both clinical and economic needs. In an environment where nearly 40% of U.S. hospitals operate at a loss, Definition Health’s solutions are particularly valuable.