Health Care Dive
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
The physician-led healthcare network formed to save hospitals from financial distress. Now, hospitals in its own portfolio need bailing out after years of alleged mismanagement.
Fierce Healthcare
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Seven durable medical equipment companies cost the Medicare system $2 billion in payments, the National Association of ACOs (NAACOS) told the federal government in recent months. | ACOs could face lasting financial difficulties because of a recent, alleged $2 billion Medicare catheter fraud scheme. Experts worry this could be just the beginning.
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Healthcare It News
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
The All India Institute Of Medical Science in New Delhi recently unveiled its new AI solution that assists with the early detection of cancer. Developed with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, Pune under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, the AI system runs on deep learning models capable of analysing complex medical data with "unprecedented accuracy and efficiency" It was trained using a data set of 500,000 radiological and histopathological images
Fierce Healthcare
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Nema Health, a virtual clinic focused on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) treatment, has announced a partnership with a Blues plan in New Jersey. | Nema is now in-network for commercial members with Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. Through this and another contract with a major national payer, Nema will reach about 3.6 million lives in the state.
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
Healthcare It News
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Dr. Manish Gupta and Harshal Sanghav of the Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine discuss the challenges of AI rollouts in clinical care and review how the health system uses patient pre-performance data for surgical planning.
Fierce Healthcare
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Amwell, formerly American Well, cut 10% of its workforce at the end of 2023 to slash expenses as its losses ballooned to $679 million. | Amwell, formerly American Well, cut 10% of its workforce at the end of 2023 to slash expenses as its losses ballooned to $679 million.
Health Care Quality Digest brings together the best content for healthcare quality professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Health Care Dive
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
It's the latest setback for the $2.5 billion deal, which was proposed early last year but has struggled to close amid a lack of buy-in from state regulators.
Healthcare It News
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
New Bedford, Mass.-based Southcoast Health – with more than 450 providers at more than 50 locations across southern Massachusetts and Rhode Island – faces the same challenges as other health systems and IDNs: the need to build its patient base, drive growth, increase revenue and control costs – all while delivering high quality care and top patient experience.
Fierce Healthcare
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
A pair of representatives unveiled legislation that would designate more than 1,000 nationwide hospitals as “essential health systems” under federal statute, a first step the bipartisan lawmakers a | More than 1,000 "historically underfunded" hospitals nationwide would meet the designation outlined in a bipartisan bill introduced Thursday, lawmakers said.
Health Care Dive
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
The insurers have dissolved their merger a little over a year after it was announced amid rising criticism from politicians and the public.
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
Fierce Healthcare
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Below is a roundup of payer-centric news for the week of Feb. 12, 2024. | This week, Cigna says it has repurchased billions more in stock, Centene subsidiaries focus on food and maternal health partnerships and CVS' Aetna is joining forces with Monogram Health to provide at-home kidney care for MA members.
HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
What You Should Know: – A new survey reveals that the healthcare industry is making significant strides towards interoperability, thanks to the adoption of standards-based application programming interfaces (APIs). – The research , conducted by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC), reveals that a majority of digital health companies are using the FHIR standard to integrate with electronic health records (EHRs).
Fierce Healthcare
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
CommonSpirit Health reported Thursday a $356 million operating gain (3.5% operating margin) for the three months ended Dec. | The Catholic giant logged one of its better performances in recent years by "taking steps to reverse some of the financial trends which have been exacerbated by both inflationary pressures and payers' continued unwillingness to be better partners," Chief Financial Officer Dan Morissette said.
Health Care Dive
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Rollout of the new electronic health record has been rocky, with system reliability and safety concerns plaguing the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Fierce Healthcare
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Author: Dr. Sean Kelly, MD Chief Medical Officer and SVP of Customer Strategy, Healthcare at Imprivata | Unlock the power of mobility in EHR optimization. Discover how mobile devices can revolutionize patient care and streamline access to critical information.
Healthcare ECONOMIST
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
That is the topic of a U.S. Senate hearing last week. One person testifying was an economist, USC Professor Darius Lakdawalla. While his full testimony is here , his key points of contention are worth reading. These include: The challenge for public policy is to sustain the pace of medical innovation while ensuring that valuable new technologies remain affordable and accessible.
HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
What You Should Know: – CitiusTech , a healthcare technology provider, has unveiled a groundbreaking solution to address the reliability, quality, and trust concerns surrounding Generative AI (Gen AI) in healthcare. – This industry-first offering aims to empower healthcare organizations to confidently adopt and scale Gen AI applications, unlocking their transformative potential.
CDC
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
February is Black History Month, a time to reflect on the contributions and experiences of African Americans throughout United States history. This year, CDC’s Project Firstline had the privilege of speaking with Dr. TaRessa Wills, a Black female physician, about what the observance means to her and the importance of advancing health equity to make health care safer for all.
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.
HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
What You Should Know: – Despite the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, a new survey reveals that very few health systems have formal policies in place to govern its use, particularly for generative AI. In addition, 70% of executives plan to adopt AI solutions through EHR vendors for easier integration. – The Center for Connected Medicine’s full report, “How Health Systems are Navigating the Complexities of AI,” offers a deeper dive in
Health Populi
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
For change agents in health care, one of our True North paradigms is the Quintuple Aim. The five pillars of the Quint Aim grew from 3 goals of the Triple Aim: to improve patient experience, to drive better health outcomes, and to lower per patient costs. The Quadruple Aim added the goal of bolstering clinicians’ well-being ( to address burnout, stress and depression ), leading to the addition of health equity as the fifth objective.
HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
What You Should Know: GoodRx , a prescription savings platform, is stepping up to help with a new program offering 30 common heart health medications for under $30 at over 70,000 pharmacies nationwide. Making Heart Health Affordable – GoodRx recognizes the financial burden of managing heart disease and aims to improve access to affordable medications.
Home Health Care
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
The planned combination of SCAN Group and CareOregon is no longer. In a joint statement, the two companies announced their merger will not continue as scheduled, citing questions about the combination that couldn’t be resolved. “Our intent in coming together was to support Oregon’s health care system and the people that CareOregon serves,” the companies said in a statement sent to Home Health Care News.
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.
HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
What You Should Know: – The convenience of online pharmacies is undeniable, with a growing number of patients turning to them for prescription refills; however, a recent study by Software Advice reveals frustrations with app usability. – While online pharmacies offer convenience, usability challenges threaten to hinder their long-term success.
HIStalk
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Top News Investment firm KKR acquires a co-ownership stake in.
HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
What You Should Know: InSilico Medicine, a clinical-stage company utilizing generative artificial intelligence (AI) for drug discovery, reveals the development of an orally bioavailable preclinical candidate compound. This compound targets KIF18A and aims to treat advanced solid tumors characterized by TP53 mutation. The development is particularly significant for high-grade serous ovarian cancer (HGSOC), triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
HIStalk
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
I’m always amazed when people want to use EHRs to.
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Advanced Data Systems
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
The Top Healthcare Events and Conferences of 2024 are now available!
HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
What You Should Know: Proscia , a leading provider of digital and computational pathology solutions, has received 510(k) clearance from the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Concentriq® AP-Dx*. The digital pathology solution was cleared for the purpose of primary diagnosis. Proscia’s Concentriq AP-Dx is a comprehensive diagnostic software solution that immerses pathologists in an intuitive experience for viewing, interpreting, and managing whole slide images and hel
Vie Healthcare
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Episode Introduction Our guest, Tom Pierce, the President of Integrated Information Systems Incorporated provides valuable insights based on his diverse background in problem-solving, logistics modeling, and consulting. The episode explores the impact of technology and human behavior on the supply chain, challenges in decision-making related to expenses and stock management, and the importance of honesty, transparency, and human connections in supply chain management.
HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
What You Should Know: – WellSpan Health , a technologically advanced healthcare system, has partnered with Biofourmis to expand its award-winning hospital-at-home program. – The strategic collaboration will leverage Biofourmis’ remote patient management platform to streamline care delivery, improve patient outcomes, and reduce readmission rates.
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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