Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
In its comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on the draft CY2025 Medicare physician fee schedule (PFS), the American Medical Association badgered CMS on its pro | The American Medical Association submitted its comment letter to CMS on its draft CY2025 Medicare physician fee schedule. At issue was the 2.
Health Care Dive
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
The new company, which doesn’t yet have a formal name, will be led by David Pierre, previously the chief operating officer of home healthcare company Signify Health.
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Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
BOSTON—There’s no shortage of providers and vendors working to develop and deploy artificial intelligence in healthcare—but not all who are delivering care are in a position to make use of these no | Healthcare AI has a tough battle on adoption, trust and responsible use, particularly among organizations lacking in-house tech expertise. Whether it's a vendor or another health system, stakeholders must be prepared to help their peers along the way, experts say.
Health Care Dive
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Federal antitrust regulators are asking Indiana to block Union Hospital and HCA-owned Terre Haute Regional Hospital’s request for a certificate of public advantage, which allows states to greenlight potentially problematic mergers.
Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva 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
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Thatch wants to turn the traditional approach to health insurance on its head. | Thatch wants to turn the traditional approach to health insurance on its head. The company secured $38 million, backed by a16z and General Catalyst, to scale up its technology and fuel its growth.
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Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Two years after Mississippi awarded Medicaid contracts to three insurers, the state is finally moving forward with its decision following challenges from UnitedHealthcare and Elevance Health. | Protests from UnitedHealth and Elevance Health, which have delayed implementation of Mississippi's Medicaid awards, are so far proving unsuccessful.
Home Health Care
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
There are many areas that top home care leaders believe are untapped wells of business opportunities for the industry at large. As such, leaders at companies like Home Helpers, HCR Home Care and Help at Home are leaning in. For Home Helpers, this means creating longer-term relationships with health care networks. “While the businesses are very different, from a billing, staffing and support model [standpoint], they are highly dependent on each other,” Home Helpers President and CEO Emma Dickison
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
As the country gears up for November elections, health systems say they are keeping an eye on, but not severely concerned about, potential major changes in the Affordable Care Act exchanges or Medi | Regardless of who takes charge in Washington, the heads of America's largest for-profit health systems are downplaying the likelihood of major political interference in populations and programs that have become increasingly important to their bottom lines.
Home Health Care
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
The direct care workforce, a crucial backbone of the health care industry, faces unprecedented challenges when it comes to overall wellbeing, as revealed in the newly released 2024-2025 State of the Direct Care Workforce Report by St. Petersburg, Florida-based MissionCare Collective. Based on MissionCare Collective’s comprehensive data, the report illuminates important issues related to caregivers’ emotional, physical and financial positions.
Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll
Fertility benefits have become a crucial component of employee well-being and retention strategies. In today’s competitive landscape, creating a fertility benefits program that aligns with both employee needs and organizational goals can be more complex than it seems. From cycle-based to flat-dollar and telehealth models, each solution offers unique advantages and challenges that directly affect employee satisfaction and financial well-being.
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 6, 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.
Home Health Care
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
The Future Leaders Awards program is brought to you in partnership with Homecare Homebase. The program is designed to recognize up-and-coming industry members who are shaping the next decade of home health, hospice care, senior housing, skilled nursing, and behavioral health. To see this year’s Future Leaders, visit [link]. Annamary Soller-Johnson, president of Oklahoma City-based Principle Choice Home Healthcare, has been named a 2024 Future Leader by Home Health Care News.
The Rand Blog
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Ukraine's bold incursion into Russia's Kursk region may not be enough to deliver an absolute military victory for Kyiv. However, the Kursk offensive may work to Ukraine's advantage at the negotiating table.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
What You Should Know: – Kahun , a pioneer in medical knowledge structuring, has introduced a new AI Agent specifically designed for the pharmaceutical industry. – The AI Agent aims to bridge the gap between medical knowledge and patient context, providing professionals with reliable and accessible drug-related information. Addressing the Challenges of Pharma-Related Information The rapid pace of drug development and research has made it increasingly difficult for healthcare professio
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Bill Of Health
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
by Tara Sklar Because I believe strongly in the benefits of telehealth, I have obtained licenses in six states through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact. Doing this took months, cost thousands of dollars, and still leaves me unable to care virtually for patients in 43 states. The process is so cumbersome that less than 1% of physicians use it.
The Rand Blog
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Ukraine's bold incursion into Kursk mirrors historic tactics using interior lines. To withstand Russia's response, Ukraine must consolidate forces, leveraging the rapid reinforcement and supply advantages interior lines provide.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
What You Should Know: – Kain Capital, a leading private equity firm focused on healthcare technology, has announced the formation of a subsidiary, Kain Analytics. – This new venture aims to drive innovation and efficiency in the healthcare industry through advanced technology, data analysis, and workflow automation. A Team of Experts Kain Analytics is led by a team of experienced professionals with expertise in technology, data, and healthcare.
Healthcare ECONOMIST
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Bird flu spreading in the US. Impact of banning alcohol sales. Optional legislation ? Don’t ignore economists. Oyster mushroom robot ?
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
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
What You Should Know: – RapidAI , a global leader in AI-powered healthcare solutions, has announced a partnership with the Alaska Stroke Coalition (ASC) to improve stroke care in Alaska. – The “Rapid AK” project aims to address the unique challenges faced by rural hospitals in the state, such as limited technology and access to specialized care.
Patient Safety Blog
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
We are extremely proud to announce that The Patient Safety Company, in addition to our ISO/IEC 27001 certification, has now also successfully achieved the NEN7510 certification! This accomplishment marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to meeting the highest standards of information security.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
What You Should Know: – WindRose Health Investors , a healthcare private equity firm, has announced a strategic investment in MyndYou , a provider of conversational AI solutions for healthcare. – This investment marks the initial investment in WindRose’s new strategy of building a next-generation population health management platform.
The Rand Blog
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Ursula von der Leyen's re-election as European Commission President brings new priorities, including infrastructure, defense, and housing. Maintaining foresight is key for effective long-term EU policymaking but its role remains uncertain.
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
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
What You Should Know: – Kipu Health , a leading provider of behavioral health technology solutions, has announced the acquisition of Hatch Compliance. – The strategic move strengthens Kipu’s position as a comprehensive provider of solutions for behavioral health organizations, adding robust governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) capabilities to its existing offerings.
The Rand Blog
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
The United Kingdom needs a cohesive economic security strategy. Integrating industrial and trade policies with safeguards, incentives, and collaboration could enhance resilience and growth, securing a stable future for the country.
Bill Of Health
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
by Shannon M. MacDonald “M” was diagnosed with a rare skull-based cancer. A one-in-a-million diagnosis, he was given little information about his diagnosis and told he must seek care outside his home state. “M” worked full time, was the primary caretaker for two young kids, and could not fathom how he could travel to another state for treatment. He did not come to his scheduled out-of-state appointment.
The Rand Blog
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Visitors to Pyongyang often marvel at its clean streets. This fascination highlights the regime's success in controlling the narrative and presenting an image of efficiency and purity to the outside world. But outside the capital, many areas face poor sanitation and infrastructure, revealing a stark contrast.
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Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
BOSTON – The ability to change how healthcare providers communicate with patients with artificial intelligence isn't just about accuracy, transparency, fairness and data model maintenance, it's figuring out how to meet personalization challenges. What patients want to know and when adds a larger degree of complexity – one that challenges the healthcare AI industry to consider both expected and unexpected patient points of view, according to panelists Thursday at the HIMSS AI
Icanotes
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Understanding Trauma Informed Therapy Techniques: A Guide for Clinicians Introduction to Trauma Informed Therapy Techniques The need for trauma informed therapy techniques stems from the reality that we all know too well - a majority of those we serve (and oftentimes many that we do not ever have a chance to serve) are navigating the impact of traumatic experiences from their past.
HIT Consultant
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
What You Should Know: – Yseop , a leading provider of AI-powered enterprise software, has announced its partnership with Veeva Systems , a global leader in cloud-based software for the life sciences industry. – As a Veeva AI Partner, Yseop is working to transform the regulatory document workflow process, from data ingestion to submission.
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