Fitbit, Apple user data exposed in breach impacting 61M fitness tracker records
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Fitbit, Apple user data exposed in breach impacting 61M fitness tracker records. hlandi. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 16:45.
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Telehealth has grown by leaps at doc practices, with wide variance in usage patterns
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
To the surprise of no one, the new AMA Physician Practice Benchmark Survey , finds a major uptick in use of telehealth since before the pandemic: 70.3% of physicians polled say they work in practices that used videoconferencing to provide patient visits in September 2020, according to the survey – that's compared to only 14.3% in September 2018.
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FTC warns app makers fall under breach notification rule
Health Care Dive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
The agency noted that a breach must be reported regardless of whether it was the result of malicious action. Any unauthorized access, including sharing information without consent, would trigger the rule.
What Does a Good Medical Billing Software Do
p3care
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
Medical billing and coding is a serious profession. It seems just a simple math or accounting field, but the reality can make you wonder about how hard it is. Yes! Medical billing is no easy job. That is why many medical practices and physicians are outsourcing the respective service to professionals. Let’s say if you interview any of the healthcare professionals about their most stressful task, claim compilation and submission would be among the top scorers.
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
Industry Voices—Not all automation is created equally for clinical documentation improvement
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Industry Voices—Not all automation is created equally for clinical documentation improvement. hlandi. Wed, 09/15/2021 - 15:26.
Zane Burke, former Livongo CEO, takes the reins at Quantum Health
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
The care coordination and healthcare navigation vendor Quantum Health announced this week that it had hired Zane Burke as chief executive officer and Board of Directors member. Most recently, Burke served as CEO at Livongo, after a 22-year stint at Cerner. "The team at Quantum Health has succeeded in building the industry’s best high-touch consumer engagement model, with a unique culture that puts consumers and clients first," said Burke in a statement.
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Reasons Why You Should Consider Joining an ACO
p3care
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
The focus on value-based service is now more than ever. Medical practices cannot ignore the importance of keeping a check on the quality and cost alongside. Payment incentive programs like QPP MIPS are some of the examples that reward clinicians on quality parameters. So, in this article, we will discuss why you should consider ACO reporting to CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicare Services).
FTC warns health apps must notify users about data breaches or face fines
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
FTC warns health apps must notify users about data breaches or face fines. hlandi. Fri, 09/17/2021 - 13:28.
Majority of teen patient portals accessed by guardians, raising privacy concerns
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
A study published this week in the Journal of the American Medical Association Network Open found that more than half of adolescent patient portal accounts with outbound messages were accessed by guardians. The findings, say the researchers, could be useful in guiding health system approaches to protecting confidentiality with regard to patient portals.
In lawsuit, former employee blows whistle on Aetna's alleged fraudulent provider network that listed dead physicians
Health Care Dive
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
The plaintiff discovered that "tens of thousands of children were assigned to [primary care providers] that had no relationship whatsoever to [Aetna]," the suit alleges.
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
Necessity is the Mother(board) – How COVID-19 Inspires Local Communities to Build Broadband
Health Populi
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
“The simple fact is that the federal and state governments are doing almost nothing to help people who have a broadband service available that partially meets their needs but abuses them with regular price hikes, spotty reliability, and poor customer service. Local governments will continue to step in to build better networks because communities have very few other options.”.
Docs press CMS for permanent telehealth flexibility, relief from pay cuts in fee schedule comments
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Docs press CMS for permanent telehealth flexibility, relief from pay cuts in fee schedule comments. rking. Tue, 09/14/2021 - 11:44.
Groups Recover Together sees great success treating opioid use disorder via telehealth
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Groups Recover Together is a national healthcare company for individuals with opioid use disorder. It's based in Burlington, Massachusetts. THE PROBLEM. Addiction is a disease of isolation. The success of Groups Recover Together's care model relies heavily on building a supportive community for its members. Before COVID-19, this was in the form of weekly, in-person group therapy.
Humana's reported rise in hospitalizations among seniors is a trend worth watching
Health Care Dive
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
It's potentially troubling because people who are eligible for Medicare have a higher vaccination rate than the rest of the population. Humana's report raises questions about what's driving the uptick in hospitalizations among this cohort.
Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide
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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.
No Need to Read Between the Lines: How Clear Shifts in Nordic Strategies Create Opportunities for the United States to Enhance Arctic Security
The Rand Blog
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Norway, Sweden, and Finland have dramatically shifted their plans and actions in response to Russian threats in the European Arctic. This change could provide an opportunity for the United States to further strengthen cooperation, enhancing security and better countering Russia in the region.
Digital wound care startup pushes into decentralized clinical trials market
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Digital wound care startup pushes into decentralized clinical trials market. hlandi. Tue, 09/14/2021 - 17:31.
How humanizing technology can improve patient outcomes
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
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Delta patients clog hospitals, spur more procedure delays
Health Care Dive
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Intermountain is the latest system to announce it's putting non-emergency procedures back on hold at 13 of its hospitals, and expects the pause to last several weeks, CEO Marc Harrison said Friday.
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.
Understanding the Impact of ARPA Subsidies on State-Based Marketplace Plans
NASHP
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) provided additional subsidies for millions of individuals who purchase coverage through health insurance marketplaces. The National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) partnered with state-based marketplaces across the country through NASHP’s State Leadership Exchange Network to analyze early data on the impact of the ARPA subsidies.
Survey: Employers rethinking return-to-work plans as COVID-19 surges
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Survey: Employers rethinking return-to-work plans as COVID-19 surges. pminemyer. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 13:43.
How digital tools can improve human-centered care
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
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Ascension rebounds from last summer's pandemic losses
Health Care Dive
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
After posting a $1 billion loss during the prior-year period, the nonprofit Catholic giant posted about $5.7 billion in net income for its fiscal year ended June 30.
How to Battle Layoffs: The Career Star Accelerator Bootcamp
Advertiser: HealthCar
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.
What Does a Good Medical Billing Software Do
p3care
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
Medical billing and coding is a serious profession. It seems just a simple math or accounting field, but the reality can make you wonder about how hard it is. Yes! Medical billing is no easy job. That is why many medical practices and physicians are outsourcing the respective service to professionals. Let’s say if you interview any of the healthcare professionals about their most stressful task, claim compilation and submission would be among the top scorers.
Humana rumored to be eyeing Centene takeover, again: report
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
Humana rumored to be eyeing Centene takeover, again: report. hlandi. Fri, 09/17/2021 - 11:26.
Managed Medicaid plans and health systems hampered from texting consumers by 30-year-old law
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
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Preventable hospitalization costs among unvaccinated patients surged to $3.7B in August, KFF says
Health Care Dive
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
More than 280,000 hospitalizations from COVID-19 between June and August could have been prevented by vaccination, researchers found.
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.
Reasons Why You Should Consider Joining an ACO
p3care
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
The focus on value-based service is now more than ever. Medical practices cannot ignore the importance of keeping a check on the quality and cost alongside. Payment incentive programs like QPP MIPS are some of the examples that reward clinicians on quality parameters. So, in this article, we will discuss why you should consider ACO reporting to CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicare Services).
CMS delays enforcement of key interoperability requirement of payer-to-payer data exchange
Fierce Healthcare
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
CMS delays enforcement of key interoperability requirement of payer-to-payer data exchange. rking. Fri, 09/17/2021 - 16:30.
Roundup: Genomics biobank built in Africa, UK social care bodies to appoint Caldicott Guardians by 2023 and more briefs
Healthcare It News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
UK HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE TO APPOINT CALDICOTT GUARDIANS. The National Data Guardian (NDG) has published guidance under her statutory powers about the appointment, role and responsibilities of Caldicott Guardians in respect of data processing activities. As this guidance is published under the National Data Guardian’s power to issue guidance described within the Health and Social Care (National Data Guardian) Act 2018 , those organisations it applies to are encouraged to become compliant b
In rare move, DOJ intervenes in MA fraud case against data mining company
Health Care Dive
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Defendants Independent Health, an MA payer, and its now-defunct medical analytics subsidiary DxID denied all allegations of wrongdoing and said they planned to defend themselves "vigorously" in court.
Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services
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