Tue.Dec 17, 2024

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State officials push Kaiser to end behavioral healthcare strike

Health Care Dive

Nearly 2,400 behavioral healthcare workers have been on strike since October. California lawmakers say that Kaiser has failed to meet demand for patient services during that time.

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CMS sunsets Medicare Advantage value-based model, citing billions in costs

Fierce Healthcare

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is discontinuing the Medicare Advantage (MA) Value-Based Insurance Design model at the end of 2025. | The Value-Based Insurance Design model for Medicare Advantage plans will be terminated at the end of next year.

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GoodRx appoints former PBM exec as permanent CEO

Health Care Dive

Wendy Barnes will take up the role more than a year after the drug discount and digital health company’s founders stepped down as co-CEOs.

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Navina, Agilon Health team up on clinical insights for primary care providers in at-risk contracts

Fierce Healthcare

Navina, a platform turning patient data into clinical insights, is teaming up with Agilon Health to help deliver additional insights to primary care docs at the point of care. | Navinas AI-driven platform helps providers get a complete picture of their patients health by pulling on structured and unstructured patient data from places like the EHR, health information exchanges and claims data.

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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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Sanofi sues HHS to defend 340B rebate policy

Health Care Dive

The drugmaker is following in the footsteps of Johnson & Johnson and Eli Lilly in filing suit to force through controversial reforms to the drug discount program, against the wishes of federal regulators.

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Zelis' Heather Cox talks healthcare interoperability challenges and the role of APIs

Fierce Healthcare

| Zelis exec Heather Cox discusses healthcare's interoperability challenges, the importance of real-time data, and how APIs can bridge the information gap. Learn more.

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WellTheory launches women's health program focused on hormonal conditions

Fierce Healthcare

WellTheory, a platform focused on reducing autoimmune disease symptoms, is launching a new womens health program focused on hormonal conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and | The program starts with specific labs that track hormone levels. That is paired with a personalized plan, like nutritional interventions, alongside educational resources and tailored supplements as needed.

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UK Fleet Air Arm Centenary: Looking Ahead to the Next 100 Years

The Rand Blog

The UK's Fleet Air Arm faces challenges in carrier strike capabilities due to evolving defense needs. Its future will depend on its ability to innovate and showcase its expertise in surveillance, electronic warfare, and logistics within naval aviation.

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2025 outlook: What's next for AI scribes and virtual care

Fierce Healthcare

In 2025, the healthcare industry will expect more out of artificial intelligence. | Fierce Healthcare interviewed nine executives on what the AI scribe and telehealth markets will look like in 2025. Executives expect AI companies to consolidate and for virtual care to latch onto the momentum of the technology to transform care.

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Orthorexia Nervosa: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Treatment Strategies

Icanotes

Orthorexia Nervosa: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Treatment Strategies Orthorexia nervosa symptoms, such as an obsessive focus on eating clean or healthy foods, can significantly impact mental and physical well-being. This eating behavior, often fueled by rigid dietary rules, can evolve from a genuine interest in wellness into a disordered eating pattern.

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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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2025 outlook: Employers face yet another year of healthcare cost increases

Fierce Healthcare

Employers are bracing for healthcare costs to spike yet again in 2025, and that's likely to push these firms to pursue significant changes, experts said. | Employers are bracing for healthcare costs to spike yet again in 2025, and that's likely to push these firms to pursue significant changes, experts said.

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Designing for Health: Interview with Brian Urban [Podcast]

Nordic

One of the most promising developments in healthcare over the last 10 years has been the proliferation of wearable technologies and mobile medical devices. These new tools are allowing patients the opportunity to provide critical data to their care teams even when miles away from a hospital. The influx of data into clinical workflows can be overwhelming, but with the proper strategic plan and data management tools, this data lake can be leveraged for greater well-being for clinicians and patient

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Thyme Care announces several payer, provider partners, including Oak Street

Fierce Healthcare

Thyme Care, avalue-based cancer care navigation startup, announced several new strategic partners across the payer and provider spectrum. | The startup, founded in 2020, helps guide patients through the complex cancer care journey. It partners with payers, providers and employers to help reduce costs.

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Wellpath to Deploy Awell to Enhance Care Delivery Across Network

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Wellpath , the largest provider of medical, dental and behavioral healthcare to correctional facilities has partnered with Awell , a care operations platform, to improve the quality and efficiency of care delivery across its vast network. – The collaboration aims to leverage data-driven insights and AI-powered tools to optimize care pathways and enhance patient outcomes.

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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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Fertility care startup Lushi aims to provide women with intimate injection support

Fierce Healthcare

A new startup offering hormone injection support to women going through egg-freezing or in vitro fertilization launched last week. | Lushi, named after a breed of chicken that lays a limited number of blue eggs, offers fertility experts via in-home or telehealth visits for intimate injection support. Each user gets a personalized 12-week nutrition and lifestyle plan to maximize their fertility potential.

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WellTheory Launches Women’s Health Program to Address Autoimmune and Hormonal Conditions

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – WellTheory , a virtual care platform specializing in autoimmune disease management, has announced the launch of a new program specifically designed for women’s health. – The Womens Health program focuses on the interconnectedness of autoimmune diseases and hormonal imbalances, offering comprehensive support and treatment to improve women’s overall well-being.

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News 12/18/24

HIStalk

Top News ASTP publishes the HTI-3 final rule, which addresses.

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Anatomy Financial Secures $19M to Expand AI-Powered Lockbox for Healthcare Providers

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Anatomy Financial , the developer of the AI-powered lockbox to convert paper mail from healthcare practices of all sizes to an email-like experience for simplified billing workflows, today announces $19M in Series A funding led by Canapi Ventures. -Neil Underwood from Canapi and Nicole Quinn from Lightspeed Venture Partners will be joining the Anatomy board, supporting Anatomys efforts to bring a digital back office and AI-powered financial operations to healthcare

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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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Designing for Health: Interview with Brian Urban, MD [Podcast]

Nordic

One of the most promising developments in healthcare over the last 10 years has been the proliferation of wearable technologies and mobile medical devices. These new tools are allowing patients the opportunity to provide critical data to their care teams even when miles away from a hospital. The influx of data into clinical workflows can be overwhelming, but with the proper strategic plan and data management tools, this data lake can be leveraged for greater well-being for clinicians and patient

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Dexcom Introduces Generative AI Platform for Glucose Biosensing

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Dexcom , the global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), has achieved another groundbreaking milestone by launching the first generative AI (GenAI) platform in glucose biosensing technology, Stelo. – The Stelo platform analyzes individual health data patterns to provide personalized insights and recommendations for improving metabolic health.

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OCR Shores Up Access to Healthcare with Nondiscrimination Protections

HKLaw

The Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently issued guidance regarding the language access provisions of Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act.

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HouseWorks Launches Its ‘Payor HUB’ To Drive Home Care Quality, Transparency With Health Plans

Home Health Care

The home care provider HouseWorks has launched its Payor HUB to enhance its relationship with payers and to improve outcomes. HouseWorks is one of the largest non-franchised home care providers in the country. It believes it can blaze a trail with the Payor HUB, which is the next iteration of its proprietary HouseWorks technology platform. The goal of the HUB is to transform care coordination for not just itself, but also other home care providers.

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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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Looking Back on the Big Policy Stories of 2024

The Rand Blog

RAND president and CEO Jason Matheny reflects on the many ways RAND is helping leaders of all stripes better understand and address humanity's greatest challenges.

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Deaconess Health Deploys Abridge’s GenAI Clinical Documentation Across Specialties

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Deaconess Health System , a nationally recognized leader in healthcare innovation and patient-centered care, is expanding the use of Abridge , a generative AI platform for clinical documentation, across its 19-hospital network. –Following an overwhelmingly successful pilot program, this enterprise-wide expansion underscores Deaconess commitment to leveraging advanced technologies to improve healthcare delivery for the 1.5 million people it serves across southw

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MEDITECH Expanse: It’s Electric

Meditech

Throughout 2024, the conversations weve had in meetings, on the road, and at industry gatherings confirm what we have been feeling: the energy for Expanse is palpable. Today, our intelligent EHR is a platform for innovation, providing our customers with a sense of confidence and satisfaction that they can do more than survive in this new era of healthcare; they can THRIVE.

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Morning Headlines 12/18/24

HIStalk

Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: Protecting Care Access ASTP publishes.

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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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Home-Based Care Providers, Advocates React To House Passage Of Elizabeth Dole Act

Home Health Care

On Dec. 13, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved an amended version of the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act. This landmark legislation includes various measures to make home care more accessible to veterans. The bill is now awaiting President Biden’s signature to become law. For almost two years, the Elizabeth Dole Foundation has worked with a coalition of organizations to promote this bipartisan package of legislation.

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Bridging the rural health gap: lessons from Indigenous communities

Nordic

Rural communities in the U.S. and Canada face significant challenges in accessing quality healthcare. Geographic isolation, socioeconomic disparities , and historical trauma often contribute to negative health outcomes for these populations, including disproportionately high rates of chronic diseases, mental health issues, and substance abuse.

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Former HHS Secretary Tom Price’s vision for the second Trump administration

Health Care Dive

President-elect Trump will likely resuscitate policies from his first term like Medicaid work requirements, Price said. The former HHS secretary also shared leadership advice for RFK Jr.: Appreciate the dedication of HHS staff.

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HRS Founder Aims To ‘Democratize” Investment Banking, Exit Process For Home-Based Care Providers

Home Health Care

During his time as CEO of home-focused telehealth and remote patient monitoring company Health Recovery Solutions, Jarrett Bauer aimed to help more home-based care providers extend their reach through virtual care. While home-based care is still top of mind for Bauer, he is now addressing a different industry need. He recently launched Montauk AI, a transaction and investment banking platform that helps companies with real time valuations.

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Creating a Company Culture of Care: Integrating Mental Health, Wellbeing, and DEI in Benefits

Speaker: Sean Raible

Picture a workplace where physiological safety is not just an aim but a reality, driven by thoughtful employee benefits that prioritize mental health, wellbeing, and DEI. 🤔 ✨ Achieving this vision requires more than just occasional training sessions and employee assistance programs. Moving beyond the basics, this vision calls for a holistic approach that integrates these elements into your company culture as well as your HR and benefits strategy.