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Nearly 70% of healthcare organizations hit by cyberattacks report patient care disruptions: survey

Health Care Dive

More than half of respondents said they saw more procedure complications or reported poor outcomes due to care delays, while 28% said mortality rates rose.

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Carrum Health offers value-based treatment model for substance use disorders

Fierce Healthcare

Substance use disorder continues to be a pervasive health challenge in the U.S. | Carrum Health, a company that established value-based Centers of Excellence for employers, unveiled Tuesday a new value-based treatment model for substance use disorders.

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AI in healthcare: Should we fear or be fearless of it?

Healthcare It News

While AI can offer immense potential to improve patient outcomes and streamline medical processes, system flaws can pose risks to ethics, security and data accuracy. Dr Gao Yujia, assistant group CTO of the National University Health System, urged caution in AI implementation in healthcare in the keynote session, "Unveiling the Dark Side of AI," at HIMSS24 APAC.

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How do we prevent chronic kidney disease upstream?

Fierce Healthcare

Chronic kidney disease is a silent threat. | This week on "Podnosis," Fierce Healthcare's Emma Beavins chats with Healthy.io CEO Geoff Martin about how his company is helping to address the hidden crisis of chronic kidney disease.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva 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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Health systems' websites still face uncertain regulatory terrain 

Healthcare It News

Data collected on providers' unauthenticated websites and shared with third parties is still a liability from regulatory agencies and a potential cause for class action litigation, says Iliana Peters, an attorney and shareholder at the legal firm Polsinelli. Wide scope of 3rd party data The battle over hospital online data tracking has been going on for the past two years , since a Baltimore patient filed a class-action suit against Facebook parent company Meta Platforms, alleging that it wa

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Baxter says no structural damage at North Carolina site hit by Hurricane Helene

Health Care Dive

The facility also has access to water and power. Baxter expects to share production plans over the next two weeks.

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Many MA beneficiaries have dental, vision or hearing benefits. But access gaps remain, study shows

Fierce Healthcare

One of the key selling points of Medicare Advantage (MA) is the supplemental benefits plans can offer, especially extending coverage for dental, vision and hearing care that the traditional program | A new study published in Health Affairs finds that while these benefits are common in MA, low-income beneficiaries still face significant access barriers to dental, vision and hearing services.

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Digital health deal count declines in Q3, but check sizes stabilize: Rock Health

Health Care Dive

Startups notched 110 deals in the third quarter, compared with 133 in the second quarter. But average deal size held steady, suggesting investors are making “fewer, more focused bets,” according to the consultancy firm.

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Editor's Corner—What's new at the 2024 Fierce Health Payer Summit

Fierce Healthcare

One year ago, we brought together top minds in the health insurance industry at our first Fierce Health Payer Summit. | One year ago, we brought together top minds in the health insurance industry at our first Fierce Health Payer Summit. This November, we're back in Austin, Texas with an agenda and speaker line-up that's even bigger.

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Fertility Benefits Playbook: How HR Leaders Are Delivering Value in 2025

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Fertility benefits have become a crucial component of employee well-being and retention strategies. In today’s competitive landscape, creating a fertility benefits program that aligns with both employee needs and organizational goals can be more complex than it seems. From cycle-based to flat-dollar and telehealth models, each solution offers unique advantages and challenges that directly affect employee satisfaction and financial well-being.

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Google Invests in Ubie to Advance Digital Health Generative AI

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Ubie Inc. , a Japanese health tech company, has announced a significant investment from Google in its latest funding round. – The investment aims to leverage digital innovations, including generative AI, to drive the digital transformation of Japan’s healthcare system. Ubie’s Mission and Impact Ubie is dedicated to utilizing technology to guide individuals to appropriate medical care.

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Federal departments, provider groups oppose HCSC in unpaid surprise billing lawsuit

Fierce Healthcare

Major medical associations and the federal government are voicing their opinions in a controversial No Surprises Act lawsuit. | The federal government and a host of major medical associations are weighing in on a No Surprises Act case, disagreeing with a district court ruling that could make the law effectively powerless.

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CDC and Global Partners Commit to Collective Action to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance

CDC

In late September 2024, global leaders gathered in New York City for the second United Nations General Assembly High-level Meeting (UNGA HLM) on Antimicrobial Resistance. Since the first UNGA HLM on Antimicrobial Resistance in 2016, the United States (U.S.) has made tremendous progress toward the goals in the U.S. National Action Plan for Combating Antibiotic-resistant Bacteria.

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DiMe partners with Google, Mayo Clinic to help health systems find lasting benefit in AI

Fierce Healthcare

The Digital Medicine Society (DiMe) is partnering with Google and the Mayo Clinic to create a consensus-driven artificial intelligence implementation playbook for the healthcare industry. | The Digital Medicine Society will create free resources to help health systems meaningfully invest and successfully implement AI to transform the $4.5 trillion healthcare industry.

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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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Help at Home’s Care Coordination Program Prevents Hospitalizations, Increases Caregiver Satisfaction

Home Health Care

Nearly two years ago, Help at Home launched its care coordination program, with the belief that caregivers remained an untapped resource for valuable business insights. Broadly, the company captures detailed observations from caregivers in real time to identify client needs and predict unforeseen events. The care coordination program depends on caregivers submitting weekly observations and reporting any changes in client conditions.

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Women's health startup Maven Clinic pockets $125M to invest in tech, value-based care

Fierce Healthcare

Maven Clinic, a global virtual clinic for women’s and family health, clinched $125 million in a series F funding round. | The round brings Maven’s total funding to more than $425 million. Maven plans to use the capital to invest in its fertility benefits administration platform and virtual care delivery platforms.

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AccurKardia’s AI-Powered ECG Software Earns FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for Aortic Stenosis Detection

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – AccurKardia , an innovator in ECG-based diagnostics technology, has announced that its Aortic Valve Stenosis (AVS) ECG-based AI screening software has been granted Breakthrough Device Designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). – The company’s AVS screening software aims to leverage the ubiquity of the electrocardiogram (ECG) to identify potential cases of AVS within millions of ECGs already present in healthcare system electronic health re

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Texas pauses $116B Medicaid contract awards; state health plans relieved

Fierce Healthcare

Texas is halting the state’s new Medicaid contracts, a district judge declared Oct. 4. | A Texas judge sided with four health over plans over the state government. The state's Medicaid procurement process was deemed unfair.

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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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Study: Twin Health Treats Hypertension in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Twin Health , a company known for its Digital Twin™ AI platform that helps individuals achieve remission of type 2 diabetes, has announced promising results in a new study focused on hypertension. – Published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology , the study demonstrates that the platform can effectively help users control blood pressure and reduce their reliance on medication.

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Modernizing the Healthcare Financial Experience

Fierce Healthcare

There are many complexities and challenges that can lead to inefficiencies and friction among payers, providers, and healthcare consumers in the payments landscape. | In this episode, we sit down with Mike Bernabe and Dylan Papa, we explore Zelis' approach to healthcare payment processing, and why payments consolidation is crucial to improve the provider and member experience.

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Talkiatry & Biogen Parnter to Tackle Postpartum Depression with Accessible Virtual Care

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Talkiatry , a provider of in-network psychiatric care, is taking on the challenge of postpartum depression (PPD) with a new initiative aimed at improving access to mental health support for new mothers. – Recognizing the urgent need for timely and effective care for PPD, Talkiatry has partnered with Biogen Inc. to launch a dedicated program that combines educational resources with accessible virtual psychiatry services.

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Future Leader: Thomas Sowers, VP Of Community Supports, 24 Hour Home Care

Home Health Care

The Future Leaders Awards program is brought to you in partnership with Homecare Homebase. The program is designed to recognize up-and-coming industry members who are shaping the next decade of home health, hospice care, senior housing, skilled nursing, and behavioral health. To see this year’s Future Leaders, visit [link]. Thomas Sowers, vice president of community supports at 24 Hour Home Care, has been named a 2024 Future Leader by Home Health Care News.

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How To Empower Your Workforce With Modern Fertility Benefits

Speaker: Andrea Wuchiski

In an era where a workforce spans multiple generations, HR managers and Total Rewards leaders face the unique challenge of designing benefits packages that cater to diverse employee needs. This session will delve into how comprehensive fertility benefits can bridge generational gaps, support employees’ health, and enhance workplace satisfaction. Join us for an insightful session that highlights the strategic importance of fertility benefits in today’s competitive job market.

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Aware Health Secures $3M for Value-Based Musculoskeletal Solution

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Aware Health, a leading innovator in value-based musculoskeletal (“MSK”) solutions, today announced the successful close of a $3 million seed funding round. – This round was led by Boomerang Ventures with participation from Bright Ventures , Suncoast Ventures , Tidal River Fund , Impulsum Ventures , Techstars , and pivotal angel investors.

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The Expense of Health Care Explained: What Americans Need to Know

The Rand Blog

Health care costs in the United States remain a critical concern for policymakers, providers, and patients alike. As voters head to the polls, we asked three experts on the economics of health care to explain some of the financial and public policy forces at work.

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Amwell Integrates with Hello Heart to Offer Digital Cardiovascular Solution

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Amwell , a digital health platform, has joined forces with Hello Heart , a pioneer in preventive heart health, to offer a comprehensive digital solution for individuals at risk of cardiovascular disease. The partnership integrates Hello Heart’s innovative program into Amwell’s Converge platform, providing a seamless and accessible way for health plan members to manage their heart health.

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The Expense of Heath Care Explained: What Americans Need to Know

The Rand Blog

Health care costs in the United States remain a critical concern for policymakers, providers, and patients alike. As voters head to the polls, we asked three experts on the economics of health care to explain some of the financial and public policy forces at work.

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Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services

Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.

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RLDatix Partners with USA Health to Reduce Care Variability

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – RLDatix, the leading global provider of connected healthcare operations software and services, announced the expansion of its partnership with USA Health, the health system for the University of South Alabama. – This strategic investment in RLDatix’s comprehensive safety suite of solutions will equip USA Health with a 360-degree view of provider performance, empowering the health system to advance its culture of safety and reduce variability in care.

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News 10/9/24

HIStalk

Top News ASTP says that information blocking and lack of.

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US Healthcare System Deploys NVIDIA’s Digital Health AI Agents

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The U.S. healthcare system is rapidly embracing AI , and NVIDIA is at the forefront of this transformation, providing powerful tools and collaborating with public sector institutions to accelerate research and improve patient care. At the NVIDIA AI Summit in Washington, D.C., the company showcased its latest innovations, including NVIDIA NIM and NIM Agent Blueprints, which are already making a significant impact in the public sector.