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Senators crack down on nonprofit hospitals’ charity care, tax-exempt status

Health Care Dive

The letter, sent by a bipartisan group of senators to tax commissioners, comes as the federal government increases scrutiny into nonprofit hospitals’ charity care spending.

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Microsoft partners with Epic to roll out EHR cloud database solution, starting with Mount Sinai

Fierce Healthcare

Microsoft rolled out a new electronic health records cloud database solution, leveraging Azure Large Instances, that enables health systems to scale capacity for high-volume workloads. | Microsoft rolled out a new electronic health records cloud database solution, leveraging Azure Large Instances, that enables health systems to scale capacity for high-volume workloads.

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Significant Role Play of Medical Billing And Coding for Revenue Cycle

p3care

Medical billing and coding lay a strong foundation for smooth AR management. A refined revenue cycle strengthens the practices and improves their revenue. We require a fine medical billing service to meet compliance standards and reduce claim denials. Do you know why we get claim denials? It’s simple—we get them due to gaps somewhere in the clinical documentation.

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Senator wants Google to answer for accuracy, ethics of generative AI tool

Healthcare It News

Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, wrote a letter to Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google parent company Alphabet, on Aug. 8, seeking clarity into the technology developer's Med-PaLM 2, an artificial intelligence chatbot, and how it's being deployed and trained in healthcare settings. WHY IT MATTERS In the letter , Warner expresses concerns about some news reports highlighting inaccuracies in the technology, and he asks Pichai to answer a series of questions about Med-PaLM 2 (and other AI tools like

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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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DEA open to considering special registration for telehealth controlled substance prescriptions

Health Care Dive

The announcement comes after the agency received more than 38,000 public comments in response to a proposal that would restrict telehealth prescriptions, with “a significant majority” expressing concern.

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Medicaid coverage for substance abuse treatment improved substantially since 2014: study

Fierce Healthcare

Access to care for Medicaid fee-for-service beneficiaries with substance use disorder has improved from 2014 until 2021, but much more can be done to improve it further, researchers say. | There have been substantial improvements in coverage for substance use disorder and opioid use disorder since 2014, according to a study in JAMA Network. Nonetheless, there’s room for yet more improvement.

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How RTM is a potential game-changer for improving outcomes

Healthcare It News

By necessity, the COVID-19 pandemic brought physicians into patients' living rooms virtually. Now, telehealth has evolved to something more – remote therapeutic monitoring. RTM, which is reimbursable , lets patients connect with their doctors and nurses via care management apps on their smartphones to report non-physiological data, ask questions, watch videos and report outcomes to get better – anytime, day or night.

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Doximity slashes 10% of workforce amid post-COVID pressures

Health Care Dive

CEO Jeff Tangney attributed the company’s slowdown to “post-COVID upsell weakness,” while also reducing Doximity’s revenue guidance for fiscal year 2024.

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Here are 25 Medicare Part D drugs that have skyrocketed in price

Fierce Healthcare

Medicare Part D drug prices have increased by an average of 226% since market entry. These 25 drugs are responsible for $80.9 billion in total Part D spending in 2021. | A report from AARP broke down how popular brand-name drugs have continued to rise in price and exceed inflation.

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FemTech: Evie Ring Establishes Medical Advisory Board for Medical-Grade Wearable to Women

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: Movano Health (Nasdaq: MOVE), a purpose-driven healthcare solutions company at the intersection of medical and consumer devices and makers of the Evie Ring , announced the formation of its Medical Advisory Board. The initial panel is composed of healthcare industry subject matter experts in women’s health, mental health, and sleep, who will serve as trusted advisors to the Evie team regarding the development of its medical-grade smart ring for women and provide insights to

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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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Is DEA putting a telehealth controlled substance registry on the table?

Healthcare It News

The American Telemedicine Association released a statement on Friday saying that it applauds the Drug Enforcement Agency for posting a meeting notice on Friday that indicates that it is "openly considering" a special registration that would allow providers to prescribe medically necessary substances by telehealth. WHY IT MATTERS The DEA said in its notice that it is conducting public listening sessions to get input on prescribing controlled substances on telemedicine platforms and to l

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Hospitals’ data breach risk doubles just before and after M&A, research finds

Health Care Dive

The complexity of combining IT systems and increased media attention before a deal could explain hospitals’ increased vulnerability, according to the paper.

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Charlie Health, Mantra Health to expand behavioral health care for higher ed students

Fierce Healthcare

Mantra Health, a digital mental health provider for higher education, is joining forces with adolescent-focused Charlie Health to broaden access for students seeking higher levels of care. | The partners will connect college and university students who require a higher level of mental health care to Charlie Health’s virtual intensive outpatient program.

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State Genetic Privacy Statutes: Good Intentions, Unintended Consequences?

Bill Of Health

By Christi Guerrini, David Gurney, Steve Kramer, CeCe Moore, Margaret Press, and Amy McGuire State legislators have enacted a flurry of genetic privacy bills that will strengthen the privacy and security practices of direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies and give customers more control over their data. What they might not realize is that these bills could be interpreted in ways that limit law enforcement’s ability to use a new technique that helps identify violent criminals and human rema

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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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Humbitious: Why low-ego and high-drive is the way to lead through healthcare challenges

Meditech

With all of the challenges that today’s healthcare leaders must navigate— staffing shortages, provider burnout, mergers and consolidations, and the continuing evolution of digital technologies — one of the most consequential decisions they face is what type of leader they want to be.

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MA bonuses reach record high, with UnitedHealthcare, Humana biggest winners

Health Care Dive

Star ratings bonuses jumped 30% from 2022 to 2023 to reach $12.8 billion, according to the KFF, as the Medicare program faces a growing spending crisis.

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Majority of execs expect rapid GLP-1 growth to continue says new survey

Fierce Healthcare

4 in 5 health plan execs are significantly concerned about rising GLP-1 utilization and costs, according to a newly | 4 in 5 health plan execs are significantly concerned about rising GLP-1 utilization and costs, according to a newly released survey from Virta Health.

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Understanding Climate and Disability Justice: Mitigating Structural Barriers to the Right to Health

Bill Of Health

By Cynthia Golembeski, Ans Irfan, Michael Méndez, Amite Dominick, Rasheera Dopson, and Julie Skarha People with disabilities — one of the most climate vulnerable groups — are often overlooked before, during, and in the aftermath of disasters. Structural competency , which accounts for systemic “level determinants, biases, inequities, and blind spots,” is important to mitigating environmental racism and ableism in climate change and disaster policy.

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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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Addressing local health care staffing shortages

Osf Healthcare

Physicians, nurses and other clinicians are in short supply across the U.S. and that’s only expected to get worse in the future. But what can local health care leaders do to reverse this trend? OSF HealthCare Saint Luke Medical Center in Kewanee might have the answer.

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Texas judge rules in favor of doctors in latest suit over surprise billing process

Health Care Dive

The decision is expected to increase the number of claims providers file in the independent dispute resolution process, especially for smaller amounts, according to a health lawyer.

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Sutter Health's volume, revenue gains inch out higher expenses for a $29M operating income in Q2

Fierce Healthcare

Sutter Health logged a $29 million operating income (0.8% operating margin) and $265 million bottom line for the quarter ended June 30, thanks in part to higher patient volumes and their accompanyi | The California nonprofit system's 0.8% operating margin and $265 million net income are clear improvements over the previous year's performance.

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How Kansas and Colorado Use Opioid Settlement Funds to Promote Evidence-Based Practices in Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery 

NASHP

With decades of experience in implementing interventions across the substance use disorder continuum of care, there has been a substantial body of evidence developed for “what works” when it comes to policies and programs to address the opioid crisis. As states continue to make decisions on where to allocate funding awarded through ongoing opioid-related lawsuits, maximizing the impact of this funding will require strategies to ensure that resources are directed toward programs and practices dem

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How to Battle Layoffs: The Career Star Accelerator Bootcamp

Facing layoffs in your organization? Support your team members' career transition with Career Star Accelerator Bootcamp: Custom Resume & LinkedIn Revamp + 6 Weeks of Career Coaching. Our certified resume writers will create job search-winning resumes and LinkedIn profiles while they work with a career coach to learn unique strategies to stand out, attract the right employers, automate their job search, and land their dream job.

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The Russo-Ukrainian War Has Bolstered Ukraine's Nonstate Alliance Network

The Rand Blog

Since 2014, militant groups from Russia, Belarus, Chechnya, and elsewhere have established themselves as allies of Ukraine in its fight against Russia and its aligned forces. Though alignment with these groups presents clear benefits in the near term, Kyiv should be cautious since these groups could turn on Ukraine at any time should their interests no longer align.

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DOJ hits UnitedHealth, Amedisys with second request over $3.3B deal

Health Care Dive

The request for more information pushes back the timeline of the merger as regulators take a more active stance in healthcare M&A oversight.

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DOJ taking a closer look at UnitedHealth's $3.3B bid for Amedisys

Fierce Healthcare

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is requesting more information from Amedisys regarding its proposed $3.3 billion deal to be acquired by UnitedHealth Group, which pushes back the timing of the deal. | The Department of Justice is requesting more information from Amedisys regarding its proposition $3.3 billion acquisition by UnitedHealth Group, which pushes back the timing of the deal.

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Why Leveraging Emerging Digital Health Startups Accelerates Innovation

HIT Consultant

Mike Szczesny, Owner & VP of EDCO Awards & Specialties The healthcare industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, driven by the innovation and advancements introduced by emerging startups. In an era where healthcare spending is projected to triple by 2040 and the global healthcare market is poised for substantial growth, harnessing the potential of these startups is paramount.

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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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Healthcare workers are fed up and fighting back

Center for Health Progress

A year ago, I sat in a hospital waiting room for hours into the night in Denver, only to leave after my intense stomach pains had lessened and my fears about an overwhelming medical bill set in. My frustrations increased as the time passed…Why can’t I just see a doctor? Who is even working here? I unfairly started to blame the doctors, nurses, and other hospital staff.

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Kaiser Permanente in the black for second quarter, after loss in 2022

Health Care Dive

CFO Kathy Lancaster said Kaiser is ready to face the second half of the year after posting a $2.1 billion profit in the second quarter.

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Babylon closes US business, lays off employees after MindMaze take-private deal collapses

Fierce Healthcare

Beleaguered digital health company Babylon Health shuttered its Austin, Texas, headquarters and laid off 94 employees as it struggled to secure more financing to continue operations. | Beleaguered digital health company Babylon Health shuttered its Austin, Texas, headquarters and laid off 94 employees as it has struggled to secure more financing to continue operations.

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Drug-Gene Interactions: Minimizing Risk with Pharmacogenomics

HIT Consultant

Houda Hachad, PharmD, Vice President of Clinical Operations at Aranscia Every individual responds differently to medications, and their reactions can vary greatly. While a specific drug may be effective for one person with no adverse effects, another individual may experience a negative reaction to the same medication. Pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing enables the identification of patients who are prone to adverse drug reactions, individuals who are more likely to benefit from specific medications

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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.