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A Louisiana patient who had been hospitalized with the first human case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, or H5N1, in Louisiana and the U.S. has died, the state's health department reported Monday.

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2025 forecast: Telehealth will boost panel size and enable more delegation

Healthcare It News

Dr. Lyle Berkowitz, CEO of KeyCare, tries to make it easy on health systems. His is the first Epic-based virtual care company – Epic having the largest market share among EHR vendors, that makes starting up with telemedicine quite simple for a great many provider organizations. But the goal of KeyCare also is simplicity – simplicity in quickly and widely expanding a health system's physician panel.

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Fierce Healthcare

Axes and chainsaws, not butter knives and chisels. | The Department of Government Efficiency is promising big reform, but questions remain as to how critical federal programs will be managed.

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Marshfield Clinic Health System joins Sanford Health

Health Care Dive

The combined system stretches across seven states and includes 56 hospitals.

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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

Healthcare proved to be a resilient market for mergers and acquisitions in 2024, despite deal volume declining 9% from 2023. PwC analysts are bullish that 2025 will be an active year for the health services sector.

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FDA issues much-anticipated guidance on pulse oximeters

Health Care Dive

The FDA released the guidance in response to concerns that the devices are less accurate in people with darker skin pigmentation.

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Digital Tracking Technologies & HIPAA: Latest Updates and Ongoing Risks

Healthcare Success

Are the digital tracking technologies you use for your website and healthcare marketing practices fully compliant with HIPAA regulations and digital tracking standards? You might think so, but even industry standards like the Google Analytics (G4) and Meta pixels are not compliant. To understand these issues better, I invite you to listen to my recent podcast guest, James Corr from Freshpaint, as he sheds light on critical issues most healthcare providers overlook.

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Fierce Healthcare

With cash flow as a top business concern, 79% of digital health executives say their organizations will pursue investment capital in the next 12 months.

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M&A: Predictive Oncology to be Acquired by Renovaro

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Predictive Oncology Inc. (NASDAQ: POAI), a leader in AI-driven drug discovery, announced its upcoming acquisition by Renovaro, Inc. (NASDAQ: RENB) in a strategic move aimed at accelerating innovation and improving cancer treatment outcomes. – The merger brings together two companies with a shared commitment to leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to transform cancer care.

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Community Health Workers and Family Caregivers: Opportunities to Enhance Connection with Community Resources for Aging Populations and Families

NASHP

One of the essential principles of the 2022 National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers is to support family caregivers in cultivating needed connections in and out of the health care and long-term care systems. This principle is rooted in whole-person care and the recognition that navigating the deeply siloed and complex array of health, social services, and community supports is daunting especially in chronically underserved communities.

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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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First Choice’s Switch To Olli Showcases Potential For AI-Driven Cost Savings In Home Health

Home Health Care

When a home health provider is not happy with a business partner or system, making a switch is common sense. But First Choice Home Health & Hospice provides a case study in the benefits that can come from considering other options even if a current system is satisfactory as well as the potential for solutions rooted in artificial intelligence to drive efficiency and free up dollars for key areas such as staffing.

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The Obesity Conversation: Moving Beyond Stigma and Shame

HIT Consultant

Dr. Arti Masturzo, Chief Medical Officer atCCS The conversation about what makes a healthy body has never been simple. Throughout every era of history, people have resorted to calling each other too fat, too thin, too tall, too short, too curvy, too muscular, or too lanky, often to reinforce power structures or achieve social agendas. And every single time, we fall for it.

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Holistic and Seamless: How Health Systems Advocate, Mass General Brigham Are Advancing At-Home Care

Home Health Care

A big part of the evolution of health systems has been more meaningful engagement with the home as an extension of brick-and-mortar operations. In recent years, organizations like Advocate Health and Mass General Brigham have exemplified this shift. These major health systems are reevaluating their home-based care capabilities and partnerships, and leveraging technology and innovative care modelsincluding hospital-at-hometo enable more integrated and cost-efficient services.

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How Embedded Finance is Transforming the Health and Medical Industry

HIT Consultant

Philipp Buschmann, co-founder and CEO of AAZZUR Healthcare has dramatically transformed in recent years, driven by the urgent need to keep pace with an increasingly fast-moving world. With technology leading the way, healthcare providers, insurers, and patients have seen major improvements in managing medical needs and financial costs. One major change now taking root is embedded finance.

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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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3 Easy Steps to Increase Upfront Point-of-Service Collections in Healthcare

Clearwave Inc

Reading Time: 4 minutes While many healthcare practices struggle with declining Medicare payments and rising costs, some are thriving by mastering one critical area: point-of-service collections. The good news? With the right approach, any practice can transform their collection strategy into a powerful driver of financial health. Why Are Point-of-Service Collections More Critical Than Ever?

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Wellumio Expands Stroke Detection Device to U.S. Market

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Wellumio , a New Zealand-based medical device innovator announced the launch of a new subsidiary in California, a strategic move aimed at facilitating US-based clinical trials for its groundbreaking Axana device and accelerating its commercial rollout in the United States. – Wellumio’s expansion to the United States marks a significant milestone in its journey to revolutionize stroke care.

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Curbside Consult with Dr. Jayne 1/6/25

HIStalk

Since the Snowpocalypse is upon large portions of the.

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The Role of Technology in Shaping the Future of Medicine

HIT Consultant

Close up of doctor using digital tablet with touch screen at physical recovery clinic. Medical worker holding modern device and technology to help patient with workout and fitness In recent years, healthcare technology has been rapidly evolving, transforming the way healthcare professionals diagnose, treat, and manage patient care. Innovations in this space have significantly improved the quality of healthcare, making it more efficient, accessible, and personalized.

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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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Morning Headlines 1/7/25

HIStalk

Virtual visits to play an increased role as a part.

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The RCM Arms Race: How AI is Reshaping Healthcare Finance in 2025

HIT Consultant

Spencer Allee, Chief AI Officer at Aspirion As healthcare providers head into 2025, a technological arms race is reshaping revenue cycle management (RCM), with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as the decisive factor between financial success and struggle. With approximately 46% of hospitals and health systems already utilizing AI in their RCM operations, the industry stands at a critical juncture where matching payer sophistication has become imperative for survival.

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Morning Headlines 1/6/25

HIStalk

Telehealth Company Pays $386,000 to Resolve Allegations of Overbilling for.

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symplr Appoints Susan Grant as Chief Clinical Officer

HIT Consultant

Dr. Susan Grant, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, Chief Clinical Officer at Symplr What You Should Know: – Symplr , a provider of enterprise healthcare operations software, announced the appointment of Dr. Susan Grant, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN as Chief Clinical Officer. – With over 30 years of experience in clinical leadership and healthcare innovation, Dr.

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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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Dune and Decisionmaking: The Classic's Sci Fi Connection with RAND

The Rand Blog

Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part II parallels RAND's Robust Decision Making (RDM) approach to policy analysis. Just as spice unlocks Paul Atreides' potential, RDM helps navigate deep uncertainty by exploring multiple futures to inform robust policy strategies, ensuring effective decisionmaking.

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5 Vocal Biomarker Trends to Watch in 2025

HIT Consultant

Henry OConnell, CEO and Co-Founder, Canary Speech In recent years, the use of AI-enhanced ambient listening tools has transformed the way clinicians utilize vocal biomarkers for cognitive and behavioral health assessments. As these technologies expand, clinicians are exploring use-cases for a wider range of languages, populations, and more conditions as well.

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How GLP-1s Are Showing Up at CES 2025

Health Populi

CES 2025: as you read the acronym and year, your brain registered an image like consumer technology and the start of a new year, or some variation of those thoughts. When you saw the title of this post with the acronym “GLP-1,” your brain might not have connected the dots between a medicine and “CE,” consumer electronics. But here we are in real-time, in real life, at the convergence of pharmaceuticals and medicines and consumer-facing technology.

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Model N Appoints Bret Connor as CEO to Drive Next Phase of Growth

HIT Consultant

Bret Connor, CEO at Model N What You Should Know: – Model N , a leading provider of revenue optimization and compliance solutions for life sciences and high-tech companies, announced the appointment of Bret Connor as Chief Executive Officer. – Connor brings a wealth of experience in driving customer success and operational excellence, positioning Model N for continued growth and market leadership.

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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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What is the PICOSI framework?

Healthcare ECONOMIST

When conducting evidence synthesis, many individuals use the PICO framework. PICO stands for p opulation; i ntervention; c omparator(s); and o utcome. This helps to describe the research question that the evidence synthesis aims to answer. However, recently RemiroAzcar (2024) proposed PICOSI framework. PICOSI stands for: P opulation I ntervention C omparator(s) O utcomes S ummary effect measure; I ntercurrent events In fact, Canada’s Drug Agency’s (CDA) recent draft methods guide rec

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How the United States Can Help to Save Georgia from the Brink

The Rand Blog

Georgia faces violent protests against the authoritarian Georgian Dream party, prompting calls for increased U.S. and EU support. Many Georgians demand stronger ties with Europe, seeking to preserve their sovereignty and democratic aspirations amid rising oppression.

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