Fierce Healthcare

AUGUST 20, 2024

Health IT giant Epic is pushing ahead rapidly to build out artificial intelligence technologies and generative AI features in its electronic health record software. | The goal, according to Epic executives, is to ease the documentation burden for clinicians, streamline charting and coding and bring evidence-based medical insights and research right to doctors' fingertips at the point of care.

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Health Care Dive

AUGUST 22, 2024

Nearly one-third of nurses experiencing burnout said their electronic health record contributed to symptoms, according to Klas Research. Many of those nurses reported they’d likely leave their workplaces soon.

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Healthcare It News

AUGUST 21, 2024

The project building New Zealand's national health information platform has been put on hold following budget cuts for digital health. In a statement to Healthcare IT News , Michael Dreyer, director of the Digital Channels sector at Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand), confirmed that the Hira project has been suspended. "After completing the first stage of Hira and creating a strong foundation for the project, it is now paused while we look at plans for the future.

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Healthcare Success

AUGUST 19, 2024

As healthcare leaders, you are under immense pressure to deliver exceptional care amid rising costs and operational complexities. That’s why so many businesses leverage the power of SMS marketing. Text messaging is a fast and easy way to reduce missed appointments and medication non-compliance. Plus, 20% of patients prefer receiving health information via text message, according to the HIPAA Journal.

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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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Fierce Healthcare

AUGUST 23, 2024

The healthcare industry confronts a complex, double-barreled challenge as it tries to combat the recent deluge of dangerous and damaging cyberattacks. | Cyber resilience is the ability to recognize threats, respond to them, recover quickly and at scale. The clear goal: fending off attacks more efficiently, limiting damage and restoring normal operations with minimal impact to patients.

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Health Care Dive

AUGUST 20, 2024

The insurer, which did not admit wrongdoing, agreed to the settlement on the eve of a jury trial.

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p3care

AUGUST 19, 2024

In the dynamic world of healthcare, Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) professionals face unique challenges beyond patient care. One of the most complex and critical aspects is managing their medical billing efficiently. The intricacies of OB/GYN medical billing services require a deep understanding of specialized codes, updated billing rules, and the need for attention to detail while processing claims.

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Fierce Healthcare

AUGUST 22, 2024

Employers are actively seeking out alternatives to curb rising health benefit costs by sidestepping traditional carriers, a new report from Brighton Health Plan Solutions shows. | A new report highlights a business opportunity for providers and health systems to engage in direct contracting.

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Health Care Dive

AUGUST 19, 2024

Inflation, expensive specialty drugs and demand for pricey glucagon-like peptide 1 medications, or GLP-1s, are pushing costs higher, according to the professional services company.

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HIStalk

AUGUST 22, 2024

Top News Home testing kit vendor LetsGetChecked will acquire pharmacy.

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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

HIT Consultant

AUGUST 20, 2024

What You Should Know: – Google Research has unveiled a groundbreaking advancement in healthcare technology with the introduction of HeAR, a bioacoustic foundation model designed to analyze human sounds and identify potential health issues. – By leveraging the power of AI and vast amounts of audio data, HeAR aims to revolutionize disease screening, diagnosis, and monitoring.

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Fierce Healthcare

AUGUST 20, 2024

The upward trajectory of Medicare Advantage (MA) enrollment is likely to become an issue for hospitals and other healthcare providers forced to contend with plans’ prior authorization requirements | Prior authorization burdens and "a challenging contract negotiation season" on the horizon are likely headwinds for providers, and hospitals in particular, according to a recent report.

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Health Care Dive

AUGUST 20, 2024

Disruptions at the Michigan-based health system are expected to last through this month, McLaren said Friday. The provider was also hit by a ransomware attack last year.

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HIStalk

AUGUST 20, 2024

Top News Providence will hire an additional 2,000 staff at.

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Home Health Care

AUGUST 23, 2024

Public Partnerships LLC, also known as PPL, is competing to become the exclusive administrator of New York’s Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP). This program enables seniors and individuals with disabilities to choose their own caregivers, with payment coming from the state’s Medicaid program. New York’s CDPAP has been in the headlines for months.

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Fierce Healthcare

AUGUST 22, 2024

UnitedHealthcare and Trinity Health of New England have agreed to a new, multiyear contract, retroactive July 1, putting to bed a public dispute between the two organizations. | UnitedHealthcare and Trinity Health of New England have finally resolved their breakdown in provider network contract negotiations.

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Health Care Dive

AUGUST 21, 2024

The growing burden of pharmaceuticals is expected to be the primary driver of higher healthcare spending in 2025, mostly due to expensive GLP-1 drugs in demand for weight loss, according to the Business Group on Health.

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The Rand Blog

AUGUST 23, 2024

Ukraine has pulled off an operation that could buy time to regenerate and reequip its forces. The Kursk incursion puts in doubt Russia's ability to launch any major offensives for the rest of the year. Given sufficient Western aid, Kyiv could have the capability to begin restoring its territory in 2025.

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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.

HIStalk

AUGUST 18, 2024

Top News Epic expects all of its customers to go.

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Fierce Healthcare

AUGUST 21, 2024

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a new report Tuesday detailing total complaints related to the No Surprises Act and Affordable Care Act compliance. | A new CMS report outlines the types of No Surprises Act complaints resolved by the federal agency since June 30.

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Health Care Dive

AUGUST 21, 2024

Obviating the ban has big implications for U.S. healthcare, an industry that frequently relies on noncompetes to lock medical workers into employment agreements with hospitals, insurers and other employers.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 20, 2024

In the rapidly evolving world of pharmaceuticals, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a game-changer. From accelerating drug discovery to enhancing the efficiency of clinical trials, AI is revolutionizing how new medicines are brought to market. This transformation is not just limited to the research and development phases; AI is also playing a critical role in ensuring that drugs meet regulatory standards.

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The Rand Blog

AUGUST 21, 2024

As the presidential election nears, the threat of political violence looms large. What can be done to protect candidates, election workers, voters, and the electoral process at the heart of American democracy?

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Fierce Healthcare

AUGUST 20, 2024

Employers are up against escalating healthcare costs, driven by mounting prescription drug expenses, inflation and worsening chronic conditions, a new survey shows. | Employers are up against escalating healthcare costs, driven by mounting prescription drug expenses, inflation and worsening chronic conditions, a new survey shows.

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Health Care Dive

AUGUST 22, 2024

The most common complaints against providers were for surprise billing, while the top complaints for health plans included incorrectly calculating qualifying payment amounts.

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Meditech

AUGUST 23, 2024

We may not always realize it, but so much of what we do in our day-to-day lives is augmented by AI. However we have yet to experience the full impact of this technology in the healthcare space. But many thought leaders, like Zack Kass, believe that the technological revolution in healthcare is just around the corner.

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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.

The Rand Blog

AUGUST 22, 2024

This school year will be the fifth since COVID emptied classrooms and upended education as we knew it. Student test scores have not recovered. Districts nationwide report lingering staff shortages. And teachers still work long hours, earn low salaries, and are stressed out.

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Fierce Healthcare

AUGUST 21, 2024

A Texas federal judge has struck down the Federal Trade Commission’s rule broadly banning employers’ noncompete agreements 15 days before it was set to go into effect nationwide. | U.S. District Judge Ada Brown ruled that the FTC exceeded its statutory authority and failed to present sufficient evidence for its sweeping ban. Mixed rulings among other district courts and comments from a regulator spokesperson suggest an appeal is likely.

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Health Care Dive

AUGUST 22, 2024

Nearly 50,000 residents will see their debt forgiven. The initiative comes as other states and federal regulators have moved to lessen the burden of medical debt.

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Home Health Care

AUGUST 20, 2024

The modern home-based care landscape is transforming how providers deliver care and connect with their patients, with the quest for enhanced care connectivity an integral and longstanding goal. As the industry continues to evolve, so do the tools and strategies available, and Electronic Health Records (EHRs) are playing a critical role in supporting these advancements.

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