Health Care Dive
OCTOBER 25, 2024
MultiPlan, which denies the allegations, has been sued dozens of times over concerns the company is conspiring with health insurers to underpay doctors for out-of-network care.
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 25, 2024
UnitedHealth Group has officially disclosed that 100 million people were affected by the massive cyberattack on Change Healthcare earlier this year. | UnitedHealth Group has officially disclosed that 100 million people were affected by the massive cyberattack on Change Healthcare earlier this year.
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Healthcare It News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Korea to develop AI-driven regional smart emergency platforms The South Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) has announced seven more projects under the Korean Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) initiative. These include two AI-based emergency systems – one is a regional emergency system for patient classification and transfer and the other is a multi-institutional, real-time critical patient transfer management system.
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 25, 2024
HCA Healthcare took a $50 million financial hit in the third quarter due to the impacts of the back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton, which slammed facilities in North Carolina, Georgia and Flo | HCA Healthcare took a $50 million financial hit in the third quarter due to the impacts of the back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton, which slammed facilities in North Carolina, Georgia and Florida.
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
Health Care Dive
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Home health is already a lucrative market, and Providence expects demand for services to only grow as patients age, according to CFO Greg Hoffman.
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Shares in Centene were up premarket Friday after the company beat Wall Street analysts' expectations on both profit and revenue for the third quarter. | Shares in Centene were up premarket Friday after the company beat Wall Street analysts' expectations on both profit and revenue for the third quarter.
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Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Community Health Systems, a 69-hospital system, posted $3.09 billion in third-quarter revenue, up slightly from a year ago, thanks to higher hospital patient volumes and growth in its ambulatory su | Community Health Systems, a 69-hospital system, posted $3.09 billion in third-quarter revenue, up slightly from a year ago and in line with Wall Street estimates.
Meditech
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Mobile technology promises enhanced patient care and optimized workflows, but how do organizations fulfill this for patients and providers alike? At MEDITECH LIVE 2024 , I moderated a panel with leadership from Northern Montana Health Care , Alder Hey Children’s Hospital , and Phoebe Putney Health System. Each panelist shared insights on implementing effective mobility strategies that can refine healthcare delivery at any organization.
Fierce Healthcare
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. | Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry. Please submit the good news—or the bad—from your shop, and we will feature it here at the end of each week.
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 25, 2024
What You Should Know: – Gradient Health , a leading provider of medical imaging data for AI development, has acquired DataAppraisal , a healthcare AI company specializing in unlocking the value of anonymized data from health systems worldwide. – The strategic acquisition will significantly expand Gradient Health’s ability to provide medical AI developers with access to a vast and diverse collection of de-identified medical imaging studies, including datasets from underserved ru
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
Home Health Care
OCTOBER 25, 2024
A minimum wage increase for California health care workers took effect on Oct. 16. The increase was initially scheduled for June, but was postponed due to concerns about its potential impact on the California budget. Under Senate Bill 159 , the implementation of the minimum wage increases was delayed until either certain increases to state revenues took place or the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) notified the legislature that it had initiated the data retrieval necessary to
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 25, 2024
What You Should Know: – Osigu , an AI-powered platform for healthcare claims and revenue management in Latin America and the Caribbean, has raised $25 million in Series B funding led by IDC Ventures , with strategic participation from Visa. – Visa’s strategic investment and partnership will drive the development of real-time payment solutions for healthcare providers.
Home Health Care
OCTOBER 25, 2024
This article is a part of your HHCN+ Membership The Federation of American Hospitals (FAH) released a statement Thursday regarding recent investigations into Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Those investigations included concerns around claim denials, as well as discrepancies between MA plan practices when compared to traditional Medicare. It is yet another example of health care providers and advocates pushing back.
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Andy Flanagan, CEO at Iris Telehealth Virtual healthcare has experienced a remarkable surge in recent years, with over 116 million users worldwide engaging in online doctor consultations in 2024 — a dramatic leap from just 57 million in 2019. This exponential growth underlines the increasing accessibility and potential of telehealth solutions, particularly in behavioral health.
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Home Health Care
OCTOBER 25, 2024
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) and Amedisys (Nasdaq: AMED) leaders are reportedly expected to meet with officials from the Department of Justice over the next week to discuss their pending deal. The companies will likely make a final case for why the deal should go through, while the DOJ considers whether to officially file a lawsuit to block it. Bloomberg first reported on the meeting , which could commence as early as Monday, according to sources “familiar with the matter.
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 25, 2024
John Zimmerer, VP of Vertical Marketing, Healthcare at Smart Communications Generation Z has never known a world without pervasive digital technology. From smartphones and social media to instant messaging and online shopping, technology has been a constant in their lives, with Gen Zers spending an average of 6 hours and 5 minutes on their phone daily.
Healthcare ECONOMIST
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Randomized controlled trials are the gold standard for evaluating treatment efficacy, but effectiveness in the real-world may vary. One reason for this is that clinical trials often have stricter inclusion criteria than is the case for the target treated population. Policymakers, payers, and clinicians may wonder how well the results from the narrower clinical trial population translate to the real-world ‘target’ population.
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 25, 2024
What You Should Know: – WellSky , a provider of health and community care technology solutions, has acquired Bonafide , a prominent enterprise software solution for durable medical equipment (DME) and home medical equipment (HME) companies. – By integrating Bonafide’s technology and expertise, WellSky is providing DME/HME providers with the tools they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.
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.
Center for Health Progress
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Our 2024 Member Assembly was October 26th! Nearly 100 of our members and partners came together to explore healing justice, celebrate our victories, and build community. We’d like to thank our event sponsors for their generous support! Movement Sponsor Organizer Sponsors Ally Sponsors Supporting Sponsors Colorado Center on Law and Policy Colorado Children’s Campaign Colorado Cross Disability Coalition Colorado Fiscal Institute Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition Community Physician C
Etactics
OCTOBER 25, 2024
68% of physician offices report using text messaging services to communicate with patients. While there are a lot of physicians that utilize this service, it’s important to know that widespread use does not mean that it’s compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) or the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) regulations.
HIT Consultant
OCTOBER 25, 2024
What You Should Know: – Infinitus Systems, Inc., a pioneer in AI-powered phone automation for healthcare, has secured $51.5 million in Series C funding led by Andreessen Horowitz, with participation from Memorial Hermann Health System and existing investors Kleiner Perkins , Coatue , and GV (Google Ventures). – The latest round brings the company’s total funding to over $102M, fueling its mission to revolutionize healthcare operations and improve the patient experience.
Etactics
OCTOBER 25, 2024
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The American Cancer Society reports that there will be an estimated 310,720 women and 2,800 men diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in 2024. As disheartening as this statistic might be, there is hope. By screening for this disease regularly, you have a better chance of catching it early. According to another report , catching breast cancer in its early and localized stages boosts the 5-year relative survival rate to 99%.
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
OCTOBER 25, 2024
What You Should Know: – CorroHealth , a leading provider of revenue cycle management (RCM) solutions to health systems and health plans, announced it has signed definitive agreements for a strategic investment from Patient Square Capital (Patient Square), a dedicated health care investment firm. – Current shareholders, including investment funds affiliated with global investment firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG), TT Capital Partners, Sanaka Group, and CorroHealth management, will remain inv
Healthcare It News
OCTOBER 25, 2024
The Department of Health and Human Services has filed proposed modifications to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 security rule to strengthen the cybersecurity of electronic protected health information with the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs. The central authority for the review of Executive Branch regulations provided few details, but once the White House reviews HIPAA updates HHS can release its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for public comment.
Bill Of Health
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Photo credit: Farrah Skeiky by Patty Skuster and Heidi Moseson Medication abortion did not begin with a clinical trial; it began at home as self-managed abortion, or abortion without supervision from a clinician. Decades before the 2000 U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of mifepristone for abortion, which is taken alongside misoprostol, f eminists in Brazil found an opportunity to self-manage abortion with misoprostol, based on warning labels that cautioned about the risk of mi
Health Care Dive
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Analysts expect Kamala Harris to largely continue the current approach to AI oversight, while Donald Trump’s promise to repeal a Biden executive order signals a major shift.
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