Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 12, 2024
Industry giant UnitedHealth Group kicked off fourth-quarter earnings for major payers on Friday morning, where it reported $5.5 billion in profit. | Industry giant UnitedHealth Group kicked off fourth-quarter earnings for major payers on Friday morning, where it reported $5.5 billion in profit.
Health Care Dive
JANUARY 12, 2024
Finely tuned models showed success in consistently extracting information like housing or employment status that often isn’t systematically organized in clinical notes.
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Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 12, 2024
LAS VEGAS — With all the buzz and headlines about artificial intelligence, there is one demographic that is quietly embracing the technology and even building long-term relationships with it. | With all the buzz and headlines about artificial intelligence, there is one demographic that is quietly embracing the technology and even building long-term relationships with it.
Healthcare It News
JANUARY 12, 2024
New AI fall prediction tool gains ground in Singapore Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) is expanding the trial of its new AI-based fall prediction tool. Co-developed with medical technology company Longway AI Technologies, the AI system was trained via a 3D convolutional neural network, a deep learning model that teaches a computer to process data the way the human brain and nervous system do.
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
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 12, 2024
We've closed the books on another hectic J. | We covered some of the biggest headlines from the four-day conference and after parsing through all the presentations, interviews and panel discussions, we tracked a handful of key trends dominating the conversations.
Healthcare It News
JANUARY 12, 2024
Detroit-based Karmanos Cancer Institute, a network of 16 treatment locations across Michigan and Ohio that is part of McLaren Health Care, is using artificial intelligence to elevate risk assessment and is surfacing high-risk breast cancer patients who would benefit from supplemental care and imagery. With women having a one in eight chance of developing breast cancer over their lifetimes, according to the American Cancer Society, finding breast cancer at earlier stages has moved the needle on s
Health Care Quality Digest brings together the best content for healthcare quality professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Health Care Dive
JANUARY 12, 2024
The insurer continues to be rocked by more seniors seeking outpatient care, but the fourth quarter also saw high levels of vaccinations and COVID-19 admissions that accelerated spending.
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 12, 2024
Though prescriptions for antiviral influenza medications have declined somewhat since 2023, perhaps indicating that the United States might be less encumbered by the flu than in recent
Health Care Dive
JANUARY 12, 2024
In part two of a three-part series, Alex Momeni, partner at General Catalyst, discusses digital health consolidation and when the IPO market could unfreeze.
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 12, 2024
While market pressures have often left payers and providers at odds in contract negotiations, leaders at Trinity Health and Anthem Blue Cross said that things don't always have to be this way. | The two announced Thursday that they had reached an agreement to extend their network agreement for multiple years.
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
Health Care Dive
JANUARY 12, 2024
The for-profit is being sued for allegedly cutting back medical care at Mission Hospital since purchasing the North Carolina facility in 2019.
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 12, 2024
Medically complex older patients who received care through a provider’s hospital-at-home program had “low” rates of mortality and readmission, according to recently published research data. | Researchers and the health system say the quality outcomes observed in the study—which persisted across patient demographics, disability status and dual-eligibility status—add to the case for Congress to extend coverage.
NCQA
JANUARY 12, 2024
The recent passing of psychologist Nancy Adler, PhD , is a loss for both the quality movement and everyone who works to improve health equity. Nancy was a mentor and advocate for many, but even those who never knew her personally can admire and appreciate her groundbreaking research in social determinants of health. Everyone working today toward health equity uses and applies knowledge Nancy pioneered.
Fierce Healthcare
JANUARY 12, 2024
Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry.
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Medbridge Education
JANUARY 12, 2024
Patient adherence to care programs is one of the largest challenges that outpatient rehab providers face. In fact, one recent study found that up to 50 percent of patients don’t complete their exercises as prescribed.1 But the good news is that there’s an effective strategy for overcoming this obstacle: combining the power of motivational and […] The post Three Psychological Strategies to Motivate Your Patients in 2024 appeared first on MedBridge Blog.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 12, 2024
What You Should Know: ShiftMed , the leader in on-demand workforce technology, announces today the launch of ShiftAdvisor, a new AI-powered feature set to transform nurse scheduling and elevate the staffing efficiency of healthcare facilities. This solution is designed to benefit both healthcare professionals (HCPs) and facilities by optimizing shift scheduling, ensuring providers find the best shifts with minimal cancellation risks, and simultaneously enabling facilities to achieve optimal staf
Home Health Care
JANUARY 12, 2024
This article is a part of your HHCN+ Membership Elevance Health to acquire infusion provider Paragon Healthcare Elevance Health (NYSE: ELV) announced that it has plans to acquire the infusions services company Paragon Healthcare. The acquisition opens up the opportunity for Elevance members to receive more in-home care. Sign up for HHCN+ to read this exclusive content.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 12, 2024
What You Should Know: – Clarivate Plc, a provider of trusted information and insights, today unveiled its highly anticipated 2024 Drugs to Watch report , shining a spotlight on 13 cutting-edge therapeutics poised to revolutionize healthcare in the coming year. – These promising drugs span a diverse range of conditions, from debilitating diseases like sickle cell anemia and multiple myeloma to common ailments like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and age-related macular de
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.
The Rand Blog
JANUARY 12, 2024
A Chinese review of Russia's use of Kinzhal hypersonic missiles in Ukraine is pessimistic about their ability to have a major impact on the outcome of the war. It is not yet clear how this insight will affect China's assessments of its own hypersonic arsenal.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 12, 2024
What You Should Know: Carallel , the leading provider of holistic support, guidance and assistance for family caregivers, and myFloc, an AARP Innovation Labs portfolio company that connects family, friends and caregivers on a common expense platform, today announced a strategic partnership to tackle some of the most complex challenges that come with being a family caregiver.
Home Health Care
JANUARY 12, 2024
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, it wasn’t uncommon for home health agencies and other post-acute care providers to beg hospitals to be a part of their post-acute networks. Three years later, that’s generally not the case. The referral patterns in home-based care have seen a radical shift, and agency leaders are still adjusting to those changes and making adjustments on the fly.
HIT Consultant
JANUARY 12, 2024
What You Should Know: In a significant leap forward for inpatient care , Caregility is proud to introduce a new class of adaptive telehealth edge devices designed to seamlessly support hybrid care models that bring remote clinicians and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities into bedside workflows at the point of care. The groundbreaking APS200 Duo is the company’s first dual-camera, all-in-one system with onboard edge computing and a powerful dedicated graphics engine.
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.
Bill Of Health
JANUARY 12, 2024
By Jon Larsen and Sterling Johnson Harm reduction in the context of the opioid crisis is focused on preventing overdose and infectious disease transmission by working with people who use drugs without moral judgment. Far too often, the public health imperative of harm reduction is blocked by federal policy, state laws, and other structural barriers anchored in the “war on drugs” that reduce the effectiveness of harm reduction efforts.
Healthcare ECONOMIST
JANUARY 12, 2024
That is the title of a paper by Bodnar et al. 2023. A summary of this interesting paper is below. Overview of general practitioners in the UK Under the English National Health Service (NHS) program, …patients register with a single general practice that acts as the gatekeeper to most other NHS services, including non-emergency hospital care. Almost all general practices are small businesses owned and run by partnerships of GPs who share profits and losses… The English NHS is funded a
NASHP
JANUARY 12, 2024
See state legislative action focused on health care payment and delivery system transformation using the map and chart below. Use the drop down menu to select the type of legislation you’re interested in. You can also see a snapshot of 2023 legislative efforts here. With questions or information about new bills, please email Allison McDowell. The post Health Care Payment and Delivery System Transformation Tracker: 2024 appeared first on NASHP.
The Rand Blog
JANUARY 12, 2024
In the developing world, mineral extraction and processing has historically caused not just environmental contamination but also corruption and displacement of local livelihoods. There are opportunities to improve the way companies from the Global North approach critical mineral projects there.
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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.
NASHP
JANUARY 12, 2024
States continue to have a strong interest in sustaining, developing, and partnering with the community health worker (CHW) workforce. During the COVID-19 pandemic, an influx of federal funding supported CHW services and infrastructure. With that grant funding coming to an end, states are seeking sustainable financing approaches to maintain and grow access to CHW services and supports.
GoMoHealth
JANUARY 12, 2024
By Cassandra Cousineau Manager, Strategic Content and Engagement , GoMo Health The healthcare industry is constantly evolving. As we dive into the mix of leading-edge technologies and witness the evolution of service delivery and patient-centered care, it’s crucial for us, the professionals and stakeholders, to stay on our toes. It’s not just about keeping up; it’s about staying competitive in this dynamic landscape.
NASHP
JANUARY 12, 2024
The pandemic highlighted a number of longstanding challenges in our health and long-term care systems as they strain to meet the needs of older adults and individuals living with a disability. In 2024, states will continue in their efforts to address many of these challenges by developing and strengthening policies in four key areas: Supporting the workforce of professional and family caregivers Reducing health inequities by addressing social determinants of health Improving access to home
Home Health Care
JANUARY 12, 2024
Home-based care is a key part of UnitedHealth Group’s (NYSE: UNH) mission to further engage with its members. That’s one takeaway from the company’s fourth-quarter earnings call Friday. Heather Cianfrocco, president of UnitedHealth Group’s health care services arm Optum, pointed out home- and community-based services as an area that UnitedHealth Group heavily invested in 2023.
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.
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