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HIMSSCast: Nurses want AI to enhance patient interactions

Healthcare It News

When the American Nurses Association created its artificial intelligence positioning statement, it looked to protect the values and core obligations of the nursing profession, says Oriana Beaudet, DNP, RN, the association's vice president of nursing innovation. "Nurses must ensure that advanced technologies don't compromise the nature of human interactions and relationships central to the nursing profession," she said.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Despite significant headwinds coming to bear over the past several years, healthcare executives are expecting a favorable 2025, according to a new survey from Deloitte.

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11 Healthcare Marketing Predictions for 2025

Healthcare Success

As we enter 2025, one thing remains clear: marketing has evolved beyond simply promoting services. Now, it's about connecting authentically, earning trust, and adapting to and meeting the needs of todays well-informed patients. With my years of experience navigating this fast-paced industry, I believe next year will be pivotal and demand that healthcare organizations position themselves for long-term growth.

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What is Insurance Reimbursement for doctors?

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Insurance reimbursement refers to the money paid to a healthcare provider for services rendered. The provider can be a diagnostic facility, family doctor, or any hospital in your area. The concerned healthcare provider charges you when a medical service is completed. Insurance reimbursement for doctors works differently here. The furnished services are covered completely by the insurance provider or partially by both the provider and the patient.

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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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Streamline call center operations with automation

Healthcare It News

Healthcare call centers perform vital functions such as connecting patients to caregivers and managing scheduling, billing, and triage requests. Despite playing such a crucial role, the call center is often neglected and underserved when it comes to technology. Even after the adoption of the electronic health record (EHR), most healthcare call centers are still the primary way patients access care, even though most patients do not want to use the phone for such tasks.

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Fierce Healthcare

The past year has been a complicated one for health insurers, and our top stories of the year reflect the headwinds many companies faced and represent two unprecedented events that shook the industry.

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Getting Ahead of H5N1: Declare a Public Health Emergency, Expand Wastewater Testing, and Increase Vaccine Research and Availability—Sooner Rather Than Later

The Rand Blog

The ongoing H5N1 outbreak presents a critical test of the United States' ability to apply the hard-earned lessons of a recent health emergencies. The time to act is not when the threat becomes unmanageableit is now, when swift, coordinated efforts can make the greatest impact.

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$2M e-ICU project to be launched in regional Korea

Healthcare It News

South Korea's Ministry of Health and Welfare has announced 2.5 billion won ($1.7 million) funding to launch a network of remote ICUs in regional hospitals next year. WHAT IT'S ABOUT Based on a media release, at the core of this network is an integrated control centre for monitoring the status and condition of patients in ICUs in small and medium hospitals.

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Fierce Healthcare

AI and software company Commure has acquired Memora Health, a digital care navigation platform launched out of the Harvard Innovation Labs. | Health tech company Commure has acquired Memora Health, a Harvard Innovation Labs company backed by General Catalyst.

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UnitedHealth, Amedisys Move Ahead With New Waiver To Complete $3.3 Billion Deal

Home Health Care

UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) and Amedisys (Nasdaq: AMED) have extended the deadline to finalize their merger agreement until 2025, as stated in a filing on Dec. 27. The merger is currently under close scrutiny by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), which filed a lawsuit on Nov. 12 to block the takeover, labeling it as presumptively anticompetitive and illegal.

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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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India is Losing Bangladesh to China and Pakistan—and It Could Get Worse

The Rand Blog

India-Bangladesh relations have soured since the interim government took power, raising concerns over terrorism and communal violence. Diplomatic efforts may help, but growing ties with China and Pakistan complicate the situation, threatening regional stability.

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2025: The 'great tech reckoning' and the 'real' AI revolution

Healthcare It News

Healthcare has no shortage of challenges and technologies for CIOs and other health IT leaders at hospitals and health systems to wrap their arms around. And 2025 will be a year with all kinds of change and trends that come with the ongoing evolution of healthcare and health IT. Russ Graney is founder and CEO of Aidin, a care management platform vendor.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Medicare Advantage, UnitedHealth Group, physician pay and reimbursement and layoffs were top of mind for Fierce Healthcare readers in 2024. Major changes in the primary care and telehealth markets also drew readers' interest this past year.

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Medical Drone Delivery Services Market to Reach $1.9B by 2032

HIT Consultant

Image by jcomp on Freepik What You Should Know: – The medical drone delivery services market is experiencing a dramatic upswing, driven by the increasing need for efficient and accessible healthcare delivery, especially in remote and underserved areas. – According to FN Media Group, the market, valued at approximately $245.4 million in 2023, is projected to achieve a remarkable compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.3% from 2024 to 2032, reaching $1.9 billion.

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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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How ENT and Allergy Otolaryngology Practices Are Using Patient-Led Solutions to Enhance Staffing

Clearwave Inc

Reading Time: 5 minutes Today’s ENT and allergy practices face a critical challenge that’s all too familiar: overwhelmed staff struggling to balance quality patient care with mounting administrative tasks. While patient volumes continue to grow, traditional staffing solutions no longer provide the answer. The solution emerging across successful otolaryngology practices isn’t about adding more staff it’s about reimagining the entire patient journey through innovative, pat

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Singapore develops mobile mental health app

Healthcare It News

Karlina Tjoa of the Ministry of Health's Office of Healthcare Transformation details how their latest mobile project empowers users to self-manage their severe mental health conditions.

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Curbside Consult with Dr. Jayne 12/23/24

HIStalk

I enjoyed Mr. Hs recent survey asking, Which winter holiday.

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Vitalic Launches Geriatric Behavioral Health Platform for Seniors

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Vitalic announced the launch of its innovative geriatric behavioral health platform, designed specifically to address the often overlooked mental health needs of older adults. – Launching with $4M in seed funding from Redesign Health and Medicare Advantage payor VNS Health (a national home- and community-based health care payor/provider), Vitalic focuses on providing comprehensive and integrated care that prioritizes the unique challenges and vulnerabilities o

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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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The Role of AI in Meeting a Great Emergency Management Challenge

The Rand Blog

AI can improve emergency management by combating misinformation and enhancing community engagement. Tools like chatbots aid communication, but governance and training are vital to address biases. Collaborating with communities is essential for building trust and resilience.

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Sanofi joins 340B lawsuit. Kaiser behavioral health workers on strike. Apologia of PBMs. Status of brain-computer interfaces. How old is the moon ?

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Monday Morning Update 12/23/24

HIStalk

Top News Ascension tells Maines attorney general that its May.

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How Medicare Advantage Programs Can Address Social Risk and Improve Health Outcomes

HIT Consultant

Brian Norris, Managing Director of Strategic Consulting at MedeAnalytics There are almost 33 million people enrolled in eligible Medicare programs. Nearly half are enrolled in Medicare Advantage (MA) plans, and that number is expected to continue its climb. While many MA plans offer services that align with social determinants of health (SDOH) goals, there are still gaps in how these services reach and support vulnerable populations.

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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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How the Air Force Can Move from Storming to Norming Hair Standards

The Rand Blog

The U.S. Air Force's updated hair standards for women continue to spark debate due to deeply rooted norms and the challenges of institutional change. Gaining buy-in for these updates is crucial for fostering inclusivity and operational readiness within the service.

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Biden signs funding bill extending telehealth flexibilities, but no relief for doctors — or PBM reform

Health Care Dive

Physician groups slammed Congress for allowing a 2.8% cut to their Medicare pay to go into effect.

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HIStalk Interviews Erine Gray, CEO, Findhelp

HIStalk

Erine Gray, MPA is founder and CEO of Findhelp. Tell.

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Avel eCare Acquires Hospital Pharmacy Management, Expanding Telepharmacy Services

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Avel eCare , a provider of telemedicine services, today announced the acquisition of Hospital Pharmacy Management, Inc. (HPM), a company specializing in remote medication order review and onsite pharmacy management for hospitals and health systems. – The strategic acquisition significantly expands Avel eCare’s telepharmacy capabilities and strengthens its commitment to supporting healthcare providers, particularly in addressing the growing shortage of ph

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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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Securing Supply Chain Resilience Requires a Common Vocabulary and Vision

The Rand Blog

While progress has been made on strengthening the resilience of supply chains, other gains are being left on the table. One reason why: The public and private sectors do not use a common vocabulary, leading to incomplete or misaligned incentives, priorities, and perspectives. It's time for a common vocabulary and vision.

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Home-Based Care Stakeholders ‘Relieved’ Over Hospital-At-Home Program Extension

Home Health Care

The Acute Hospital Care at Home program has received another extension. On Saturday, President Biden signed a spending bill that extended the hospital-at-home waiver program to March 31, 2025. The bill also includes an extension for telehealth flexibilities. While the hospital at home community was hoping for a 5-year extension to be passed, the extension of the Acute Hospital at Home waiver through the end of March helps patients and their caregivers who need hospital at home care, and helps pr

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Morning Headlines 12/27/24

HIStalk

Digital health companies got pummeled by Wall Street in 2024.

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Why Healthcare Execs are Hesitant to Embrace Long-Term AI Contracts

HIT Consultant

Andy Sajous, Field CTO, AHEAD AI promises significant advances in patient care and healthcare operations, from improved diagnostics and personalized treatments plans to streamlining administrative tasks. Yet, a clear pattern has emerged in the decisions healthcare technology leaders are making around AI adoption within their organizations. Leaders are grappling with how to balance cutting-edge innovation with the risks and complexities of adopting an AI solution.

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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.