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AI and software company Commure has acquired Memora Health, a digital care navigation platform launched out of the Harvard Innovation Labs. | Health tech company Commure has acquired Memora Health, a Harvard Innovation Labs company backed by General Catalyst.

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Medical Drone Delivery Services Market to Reach $1.9B by 2032

HIT Consultant

Image by jcomp on Freepik What You Should Know: – The medical drone delivery services market is experiencing a dramatic upswing, driven by the increasing need for efficient and accessible healthcare delivery, especially in remote and underserved areas. – According to FN Media Group, the market, valued at approximately $245.4 million in 2023, is projected to achieve a remarkable compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.3% from 2024 to 2032, reaching $1.9 billion.

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The past year has been a complicated one for health insurers, and our top stories of the year reflect the headwinds many companies faced and represent two unprecedented events that shook the industry.

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How ENT and Allergy Otolaryngology Practices Are Using Patient-Led Solutions to Enhance Staffing

Clearwave Inc

Reading Time: 5 minutes Today’s ENT and allergy practices face a critical challenge that’s all too familiar: overwhelmed staff struggling to balance quality patient care with mounting administrative tasks. While patient volumes continue to grow, traditional staffing solutions no longer provide the answer. The solution emerging across successful otolaryngology practices isn’t about adding more staff it’s about reimagining the entire patient journey through innovative, pat

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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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Fierce Healthcare

Medicare Advantage, UnitedHealth Group, physician pay and reimbursement and layoffs were top of mind for Fierce Healthcare readers in 2024. Major changes in the primary care and telehealth markets also drew readers' interest this past year.

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Vitalic Launches Geriatric Behavioral Health Platform for Seniors

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Vitalic announced the launch of its innovative geriatric behavioral health platform, designed specifically to address the often overlooked mental health needs of older adults. – Launching with $4M in seed funding from Redesign Health and Medicare Advantage payor VNS Health (a national home- and community-based health care payor/provider), Vitalic focuses on providing comprehensive and integrated care that prioritizes the unique challenges and vulnerabilities o

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Curbside Consult with Dr. Jayne 12/23/24

HIStalk

I enjoyed Mr. Hs recent survey asking, Which winter holiday.

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How Medicare Advantage Programs Can Address Social Risk and Improve Health Outcomes

HIT Consultant

Brian Norris, Managing Director of Strategic Consulting at MedeAnalytics There are almost 33 million people enrolled in eligible Medicare programs. Nearly half are enrolled in Medicare Advantage (MA) plans, and that number is expected to continue its climb. While many MA plans offer services that align with social determinants of health (SDOH) goals, there are still gaps in how these services reach and support vulnerable populations.

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HIStalk Interviews Erine Gray, CEO, Findhelp

HIStalk

Erine Gray, MPA is founder and CEO of Findhelp. Tell.

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Avel eCare Acquires Hospital Pharmacy Management, Expanding Telepharmacy Services

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Avel eCare , a provider of telemedicine services, today announced the acquisition of Hospital Pharmacy Management, Inc. (HPM), a company specializing in remote medication order review and onsite pharmacy management for hospitals and health systems. – The strategic acquisition significantly expands Avel eCare’s telepharmacy capabilities and strengthens its commitment to supporting healthcare providers, particularly in addressing the growing shortage of ph

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How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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Morning Headlines 12/24/24

HIStalk

Health care AI, intended to save money, turns out to.

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Why Healthcare Execs are Hesitant to Embrace Long-Term AI Contracts

HIT Consultant

Andy Sajous, Field CTO, AHEAD AI promises significant advances in patient care and healthcare operations, from improved diagnostics and personalized treatments plans to streamlining administrative tasks. Yet, a clear pattern has emerged in the decisions healthcare technology leaders are making around AI adoption within their organizations. Leaders are grappling with how to balance cutting-edge innovation with the risks and complexities of adopting an AI solution.

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Getting Ahead of H5N1: Declare a Public Health Emergency, Expand Wastewater Testing, and Increase Vaccine Research and Availability—Sooner Rather Than Later

The Rand Blog

The ongoing H5N1 outbreak presents a critical test of the United States' ability to apply the hard-earned lessons of a recent health emergencies. The time to act is not when the threat becomes unmanageableit is now, when swift, coordinated efforts can make the greatest impact.

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Royal Health Secures Significant Investment from HealthQuest Capital

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Royal Health Inc., a provider of advanced radiology software and workflow solutions, announced today the closing of a minority investment led by HealthQuest Capital, a growth capital firm focused on transformative healthcare companies. – The recapitalization represents a significant milestone for Royal Health, resulting in a near eightfold increase in enterprise valuation since its previous investment round in 2019.

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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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Biden signs funding bill extending telehealth flexibilities, but no relief for doctors — or PBM reform

Health Care Dive

Physician groups slammed Congress for allowing a 2.8% cut to their Medicare pay to go into effect.

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Home-Based Care Stakeholders ‘Relieved’ Over Hospital-At-Home Program Extension

Home Health Care

The Acute Hospital Care at Home program has received another extension. On Saturday, President Biden signed a spending bill that extended the hospital-at-home waiver program to March 31, 2025. The bill also includes an extension for telehealth flexibilities. While the hospital at home community was hoping for a 5-year extension to be passed, the extension of the Acute Hospital at Home waiver through the end of March helps patients and their caregivers who need hospital at home care, and helps pr

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Fierce Healthcare

CMS rulemaking and state waivers could better address health outcomes, while technology should be adopted more freely to improve efficiency, says Trump transition team advisor Paul Mango.

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