Fierce Healthcare
AUGUST 8, 2024
Big Health, a maker of digital treatments for mental health, has clinched Food & Drug Administration (FDA) clearance of its product for insomnia, Fierce Healthcare has learned in an a | SleepioRx, its flagship digital therapeutic, is intended for the treatment of chronic insomnia and insomnia disorder as an adjunct to usual care in adults over 18.
Health Care Dive
AUGUST 8, 2024
The decision, disclosed Wednesday in a securities filing, is a sharp reversal to the pharmacy behemoth’s past commitment to building out its healthcare delivery offerings.
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Fierce Healthcare
AUGUST 8, 2024
Mayo Clinic is partnering with startup SandboxAQ to study a new medical device that uses quantum sensing technology and advanced AI algorithms for rapid diagnosis in cardiac care, such as potential | Mayo Clinic is partnering with startup SandboxAQ to study a new medical device that uses quantum sensing technology and advanced AI algorithms for rapid diagnosis in cardiac care, such as detecting a heart attack.
Healthcare It News
AUGUST 8, 2024
Michigan Health Information Network Shared Services, or MiHIN, has partnered with Beyond Lucid Technologies, a healthcare data exchange and analytics company, as well as the Reading Emergency Unit and South Central-based Hillsdale Hospital. The aim is to facilitate data exchange between REU and the hospital through MiHIN's secure network. Not only will ambulatory medical professionals be able to access a more complete view of the patient, but MiHIN will also route their continuity of care do
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Fierce Healthcare
AUGUST 8, 2024
The Department of Health and Human Services’ technology office dropped a new proposed rule on Thursday that would require healthcare entities that contract with HHS to use government-cert | The newly rebranded Office of the Assistant Secretary of Technology Policy released a proposed rule Thursday that could expand the use of government-certified health technology.
Health Care Dive
AUGUST 8, 2024
The latest attack on the Grand Blanc, Michigan-based health system comes less than a year after it was hit by a ransomware attack.
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Healthcare It News
AUGUST 8, 2024
To address members’ and family members' back and joint pain from home, Vori Health, a musculoskeletal care company, has joined with employee benefits payer Star Marketing and Administration Inc., known as Trustmark Small Business Benefits, to offer physician-led orthopedic virtual care. WHY IT MATTERS By partnering with Trustmark, Vori Health will offer members of small business group plans physical medicine and rehabilitation, physical therapy, prescriptions, imaging and lab ordering,
Fierce Healthcare
AUGUST 8, 2024
Private equity firm Prospect Medical Holdings has entered into an agreement to sell off Crozer Health to CHA Partners. | Prospect Medical Holdings has entered into an agreement to sell off Crozer Health to CHA Partners.
Health Care Dive
AUGUST 8, 2024
The CMS will consider five medical device candidates yearly for national coverage through the new pathway, called Transitional Coverage for Emerging Technologies.
Fierce Healthcare
AUGUST 8, 2024
Though more than half of workers believe employer support for substance and alcohol issues is important, only 14% have access to such a benefit, a new survey finds. | The survey found that about a third of the workforce—or 60 million Americans—experience personal or family issues related to substance or alcohol use. This causes losses in productivity and increases in healthcare costs.
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HIT Consultant
AUGUST 8, 2024
What You Should Know: – Opkit, a generative AI call center for the healthcare industry, announces its HIPAA-compliant, AI-powered software platform that automates back office phone calls for medical clinics. – The platform manages outbound calls to payers for insurance verification, claims, and prior authorization, as well as calls to pharmacies for prescription checks, and calls to collect medical records.
Fierce Healthcare
AUGUST 8, 2024
Pharmaceutical giant Roche bought health tech startup Flatiron Health for $1.9 billion in 2018 to expand its reach into real-world evidence and accelerate its development of cancer medicines. | Swiss pharma giant Roche is considering divesting Flatiron Health six years after it bought the startup for $1.9 billion, the Financial Times reported.
HIT Consultant
AUGUST 8, 2024
What You Should Know: – Pelago , a digital clinic partner for substance use management, released its 2024 Annual State of Substance Use Management Trend Report. – The report underscores the critical role employers play in addressing the widespread issue of substance use in the American workforce. Employers Urged to Support Substance Use Management The survey of 1,210 U.S. workers revealed a significant gap in employer support for substance use management.
Home Health Care
AUGUST 8, 2024
After experiencing some contract loss blows in the recent past, Modivcare Inc. (Nasdaq: MODV) has begun to log some tallies in the win column. The company gained $33 million of annual contract value during its second quarter, and onboarded a significant state contract in early June. This contract has already started demonstrating strong performance and results, according to CEO Heath Sampson.
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Complete and accurate provider data is essential for health organizations to operate effectively. A better understanding of your provider network helps to understand patients and consumers, identify gaps in care, and make the best possible decisions for your businesses. A modern provider data management solution should power a complete and accurate view of each of your providers, make this data easily accessible across functional groups, and be flexible and agile enough to scale. with your needs
HIT Consultant
AUGUST 8, 2024
What You Should Know: – MEDITECH launches Traverse Exchange , a new nationwide health information exchange (HIE) network designed to facilitate secure and efficient sharing of patient data among healthcare providers. – Built on the foundation of the successful Traverse Exchange Canada, the new platform enables MEDITECH customers to exchange health information with other MEDITECH organizations and external systems that adhere to interoperability standards.
Home Health Care
AUGUST 8, 2024
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: AVAH) is progressing with its preferred-payer strategy and strategic transformation, despite the challenges it has faced since going public in 2021. On Thursday’s second-quarter earnings call, the company reported its overall revenue at $505 million, a 7% increase compared to the same time last year. This growth was driven by a $30.2 million increase in private-duty services (PDS) and a $3.6 million increase in the medical solutions segment.
HIT Consultant
AUGUST 8, 2024
What You Should Know: – FuturHealth , a leader in personalized weight-loss solutions launches its Custom Meal Plans. Designed to complement the growing popularity of GLP-1 medications, the new offering provides a comprehensive approach to weight management and long-term health. – As the use of GLP-1 medications surges, FuturHealth recognizes the need for a holistic approach to weight loss.
Home Health Care
AUGUST 8, 2024
This article is a part of your HHCN+ Membership Enhabit Inc. (NYSE: EHAB) CEO Barb Jacobsmeyer said Wednesday that the company would terminate its contract with the country’s largest Medicare Advantage (MA) payer , UnitedHealth Group’s (NYSE UNH) UnitedHealthcare. UnitedHealthcare accounts for 9.4 million MA beneficiaries, or 29% of all enrollees, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation.
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HIT Consultant
AUGUST 8, 2024
Carrie Gluck, Chief Information and Security Officer at Rectangle Health A healthy patient-provider relationship is the foundation for delivering quality healthcare, yet increasingly occurring cyberattacks have negatively impacted patient health outcomes, data security, and care operations. With the recent cybersecurity breaches causing disruptions to operations and workflows that require a shift to manual and paper-based processes, providers must take all necessary technical steps to protect t
Health Populi
AUGUST 8, 2024
The most common food-eating styles practiced by U.S. consumers are low sugar/diabetic diets, low-calorie, dairy-free, anti-inflammatory, and gluten-free, ccording to the Midyear Trends update from Datassential. In their update on the food trends entering the second half of 2024, Datassential offered several insights on consumers and food-as-medicine in a section called the Health Check-Up.
HIT Consultant
AUGUST 8, 2024
What You Should Know: – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) announced the implementation of Apella , an advanced AI-powered platform designed to enhance operating room efficiency and patient care. – By providing real-time data and insights, Apella empowers surgical teams to make informed decisions, optimize workflows, and improve patient outcomes.
Advanced Data Systems
AUGUST 8, 2024
In the complex and nuanced world of behavioral health, leveraging the right technological tools is not just beneficial—it's essential. Specialized Electronic Health Record (EHR) software is designed to meet the unique needs of behavioral health professionals, enabling better patient outcomes and streamlined practice operations. Here’s an in-depth look at why EHR software is indispensable for behavioral health practices.
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The Rand Blog
AUGUST 8, 2024
The decline of local media in the United States creates vulnerabilities to adversarial influence. Supporting local journalism is essential for strengthening democracy and ensuring timely detection of security threats.
Meditech
AUGUST 8, 2024
Healthcare technology is constantly evolving, and so is the conversation about how organizations evolve with it. MEDITECH LIVE 2024 , Sept. 25 to 27 in Foxborough, Mass., brings together executives and thought leaders from healthcare, technology, government, and business for high-level discussions about the current and future state of medical technology and how it can elevate patient care.
Home Health Care
AUGUST 8, 2024
WTWH Healthcare, a WTWH Media Company, is pleased to announce the Future Leaders Class of 2024. The Future Leaders awards program recognizes dynamic leaders, age 40 and under, who are defining the future of aging across the behavioral health, complex rehab technology, at-home care, home medical equipment, hospice and palliative care, senior housing, and skilled nursing industries.
HIT Consultant
AUGUST 8, 2024
What You Should Know: – Abridge , a leader in AI-powered clinical documentation, announced an expanded partnership with Reid Health, a prominent healthcare system serving Indiana and Ohio. This enterprise-wide agreement will extend the use of Abridge’s AI-powered platform to all clinicians within the health system. – Abridge’s technology automates the creation of clinical documentation in real-time, reducing the administrative burden on clinicians and allowing them to foc
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Health Business Group
AUGUST 8, 2024
Most people living with chronic conditions have more than one, yet digital health is full of point solutions for specific conditions. Dr. Tryggvi Thorgeirsson transformed that insight into Sidekick Health, which takes a platform approach to addressing a patient's complex needs. The company is growing fast, both organically and through acquisition. The latest addition, PINK!
HIT Consultant
AUGUST 8, 2024
What You Should Know: – Suki , an AI healthcare assistant, and Ascension Saint Thomas , a prominent healthcare system, announced a groundbreaking partnership to enhance the resident experience through AI. – By integrating Suki’s AI-powered platform, Ascension Saint Thomas aims to alleviate the administrative burden on its second and third-year internal medicine residents, allowing them to focus on patient care and educational pursuits.
HIT Consultant
AUGUST 8, 2024
Eko Health outfits LSU Athletic Sports Medicine team with CORE 500 digital stethoscopes and AI algorithms for the enhanced detection of cardiac conditions during athlete physical exams What You Should Know: – Eko Health, a leader in AI-powered cardiac care, has joined forces with LSU Athletics and Our Lady of the Lake Health to revolutionize heart health care for student-athletes. – Through this groundbreaking partnership, LSU Athletics becomes the first college sports program to uti
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Due to the impact of COVID-19, integrating telehealth software into practices and organizations has become the new normal. In turn, this has increased the effectiveness of collaborative healthcare by strengthening communication amongst healthcare workers and helping combat the woes of burnout. Communication between patients and healthcare providers has also improved, allowing patients to reach their providers easily and decreasing turnaround time.
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