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Digital health funding hit $5.7B through June, on track to surpass 2019 and 2023, Rock Health reports

Fierce Healthcare

U.S. digital health startups pulled in $5.7 billion across 266 deals in the first six months of 2024, marking continued momentum in the sector after a rocky few quarters last year. | U.S. digital health startups pulled in $5.7 billion across 266 deals in the first six months of 2024, marking continued momentum in the sector after a rocky few quarters last year.

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Teladoc’s enterprise growth exec to depart

Health Care Dive

Laizer Kornwasser was terminated without cause after his position was eliminated. The executive change comes after Teladoc named a new CEO last month.

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Healthcare industry rails against CISA's 'redundant' and 'burdensome' cyber incident reporting proposal

Fierce Healthcare

Healthcare industry groups are urging the federal government to streamline and loosen a recent proposed rule outlining cybersecurity incident reporting requirements for entities considered to be cr | Hospitals, practices, information management executives and even insurers criticized a proposed rule for its overlap with other federal reporting requirements and limited oversight of smaller third-parties, among other concerns.

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Healthcare groups say cyber rule should explicitly name insurers, vendors

Health Care Dive

Healthcare associations say insurers and vendors need to be more clearly included in the regulation, citing the impact of the Change Healthcare cyberattack.

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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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Physician burnout drops below 50% for first time since 2020, AMA poll finds

Fierce Healthcare

The portion of physicians surveyed by the American Medical Association (AMA) who report at least one symptom of burnout has dropped below 50%, a first since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. | The American Medical Association, which often cites burnout as a key threat to the well-being of the profession and the long-term supply of medical professionals, celebrated the results but said there’s still work to be done.

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How one digital health app helps encourage clinical collaboration

Healthcare It News

Celo's HIPAA-compliant messaging app allows care teams to share information easily without compromising patients' privacy. Jack Clough, the company's chief growth officer, shares more about the technology.

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Reimagining collaboration in senior care: A technology driven approach

Health Care Dive

The need for effective collaboration between senior care facilities is more critical than ever.

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HHS announces $27.5M in funding to address women's behavioral health needs

Fierce Healthcare

A variety of government and healthcare organizations are now eligible to tap into newly announced funding by the Department of Health and Human Services. | The funding will support community-based maternal behavioral health services and a women’s behavioral health technical assistance center.

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All The Payment Factors Included In The 2025 Home Health Proposed Rule

Home Health Care

Providers examining the 2025 home health proposed payment rule may be experiencing some déjà vu, according to William A. Dombi, the president of the National Association for Home Care & Hospice’s (NAHC). “Much of what we see in the rule is just, on the payment side of it in particular, an update from ‘23 and ‘24,” he said during a recent webinar hosted by NAHC.

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ONC leader and FDA official step down from Coalition for Health AI

Fierce Healthcare

Two high-ranking government officials have abdicated their roles on the board of the Coalition for Health AI, the organization and HHS confirmed. The breakup is a strong departure from th | Micky Tripathi and Troy Tazbaz have officially stepped down from their Board-level federal liaison roles at the Coalition for Health AI, one of the nation's largest healthcare AI standards organizations.

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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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Japan-NATO Ties: For What End?

The Rand Blog

It is commonly believed that stronger Japan-NATO cooperation benefits both sides. But this begs an important question: why? What are the practical areas of cooperation for Japan-NATO ties?

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Pandemic policies have fewer adults skipping medical care due to cost

Fierce Healthcare

Nearly 5 million fewer people delayed care from 2019 to 2022, a study from the Urban Institute with funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation revealed. | Pandemic-era policies appear to have helped almost 5 million people access necessary medical care that they otherwise may not have been able to, a recent report shows.

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Impact of Education on Mortality

Healthcare ECONOMIST

It makes sense that more educated individuals have lower mortality rates. Better education may improve health literacy. More education can lead to higher income and and more employee health benefits (with better insurance coverage). However, does living in communities with more educated individuals impact mortality separately from whether an individual’s family is highly educated?

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Why Precision Medicine Demands a Completely New Type of Database

HIT Consultant

Precision medicine is revolutionizing healthcare – by optimizing the efficiency and therapeutic benefit for particular groups of patients, especially by using genetic or molecular profiling. This approach enables a range of health disciplines, including disease prediction, prevention and the resulting treatments, diagnostic screening for prenatal and newborns, and screening for rare diseases and cancer types.

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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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In-Home Care Company HarmonyCares Raises $200 Million

Home Health Care

The in-home care company HarmonyCares – formerly known as U.S. Medical Management – has raised $200 million. The funding round was led by General Catalyst, McKesson Ventures and a “large national payer.” K2 HealthVentures and other existing investors – such as Rubicon Founders, Valtruis, HLM Capital and Oak HC/FT – also participated in the round. HarmonyCares will use the money to expand to additional geographies and develop new technology to “drive clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction at

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Teladoc Health Announces Executive Leadership Change

HIT Consultant

Laizer Kornwasser, President of Enterprise Growth and Global Markets What You Should Know: – Teladoc Health , Inc. has announced a significant change in its executive leadership structure. Laizer Kornwasser, President of Enterprise Growth and Global Markets , has been terminated without cause as part of a reorganization of the company’s executive reporting structure.

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Dozens Of In-Home Care Providers Unveiled As Participants In CMS’ GUIDE Model

Home Health Care

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model is live. Among its participants are a wide range of home-based care providers. CMS said that there will be almost 400 participating organizations building Dementia Care Programs (DCPs) to serve Medicare beneficiaries at first. “DCPs represent a wide range of health care providers, including large academic medical centers, small group practices, community-based organizations, health syste

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Healthcare Identity Crisis: How CIAM Saves Lives in the Digital Age

HIT Consultant

Mifan Careem – Chief Solutions Officer and Head of Healthcare at WSO2 In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the shift towards digital services isn’t just about convenience; it’s crucial for effectively maneuvering patient care and saving lives. But it’s easier said than done given the unique challenges healthcare organizations have to deal with in managing patient identification and data access.

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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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3 Ways to Improve OBGYN Patient Communications

Clearwave Inc

Reading Time: 4 minutes Patients expect timely and personalized communication from their healthcare providers, especially when they’re preparing for major life changes related to their health, like having a baby. By implementing the right strategies and tools, you can significantly enhance your OBGYN patient communications , leading to reduced no-shows and improved patient preparedness.

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The Crucial Role of Patient-Level Data in Elevating Healthcare Outcomes

HIT Consultant

Kamya Elawadhi, Chief Client Officer, Doceree In today’s healthcare landscape, patients are more informed than ever before, thanks to easy access to online resources and a growing focus on patient education. This shift has transformed how healthcare is communicated, fostering a new era of personalized care and stronger connections in the industry.

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Holland & Knight Health Dose: July 9, 2024

HKLaw

Holland & Knight Health Dose is an in-depth weekly dose of legislative and regulatory insights to keep stakeholders abreast of happenings in Washington, D.C., impacting the health sector.

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Digital Health Funding Surges TO $5.7B in Early 2024 Despite Market Jitters, Rock Health Reports

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – The digital health industry is showing signs of strength despite recent economic uncertainties, according to Rock Health’s latest H1 report. – U.S. digital health startups raised a significant amount in the first half of 2024 ($5.7B), with the potential to exceed full-year totals from 2019 and 2023. This growth is fueled by strong Series A activity, with a median deal size of $15M, indicating larger investments for early-stage companies.

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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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Readers Write: Revitalizing Healthcare’s Backbone by Empowering Nurse Leaders

HIStalk

Revitalizing Healthcare’s Backbone by Empowering Nurse LeadersBy Russ Richmond, MD.

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M&A: HHAeXchange Acquires Generations Homecare System

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – HHAeXchange , a provider of homecare management solutions, announced today the acquisition of Generations Homecare System. – Generations offers a comprehensive software solution designed to streamline operations, improve care team collaboration, and ensure compliance for homecare agencies. The strategic move reinforces HHAeXchange’s position as a frontrunner in the homecare technology space.

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Curbside Consult with Dr. Jayne 7/8/24

HIStalk

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Lessons from Afghanistan for NATO's New Ukraine Command

The Rand Blog

One of the clear lessons from Afghanistan is that NATO is unable to execute operations without U.S. leadership. Ultimately, the level of Western support for Ukraine—and its effectiveness—will rise and fall based on U.S. policy and commitment, just as it did in Afghanistan.

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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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Morning Headlines 7/9/24

HIStalk

HarmonyCares Secures $200M to Expand Access to In-Home Primary Care.

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New Approaches to Measuring Cognitive Changes in Parkinson's Disease and Dementia with Lewy Bodies

The Rand Blog

Doctors and researchers are optimistic about the potential of future treatments for Parkinson's disease and dementia with Lewy bodies. But available measures to test the efficacy of such treatments on cognition are lacking.

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KLAS: Healthcare Organizations Prioritize EHR Initiatives Despite Fewer Purchases in 2023

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Healthcare organizations worldwide continue to prioritize implementing Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, according to a new report by KLAS. While the total number of finalized EHR purchases in 2023 dipped slightly below the average for recent years, the number of hospitals impacted by these decisions reached a five-year high due to several large regional contracts. – Government initiatives in Asia and Latin America are expected to fuel future EHR purchas