Healthcare It News

JANUARY 15, 2025

Dozens of health systems representing millions of patients across the United States are collaborating with the Truveta Genome Project, Regeneron Genetics Center and genomic sequencing company Illumina to sequence the exomes of their first ten million volunteers. As part of what may be the largest and most diverse sequencing project of genotypic and phenotypic information ever assembled, the health systems said in Truveta's announcement Monday that their collaboration would aid in the develop

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Fierce Healthcare

JANUARY 16, 2025

UnitedHealth Group reported $5.5 billion in profit for the fourth quarter of 2024, on par with its haul a year prior. | UnitedHealth Group reported $5.5 billion in profit for the fourth quarter of 2024, on par with its haul a year prior.

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Health Care Dive

JANUARY 13, 2025

On Wednesday, a faith-based group of investors requested UnitedHealth prepare a report looking into how its practices could be leading to “delay or abandonment of medical treatment and serious adverse events for patients.

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Healthcare Success

JANUARY 14, 2025

How can healthcare companies use marketing and branding to drive growth and reduce risks in preparation for mergers and acquisitions (M&A)? In this podcast, Victora Shepherd and I explore the critical role of brand integration throughout the M&A lifecycle, with a focus on private equity-backed healthcare companies. We discuss why marketing and brand strategy are often overlooked despite their ability to boost shareholder value by over 23% and improve M&A success rates by 42% [ Source

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Healthcare It News

JANUARY 15, 2025

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital is an inpatient and outpatient pediatric medical center based in St. Louis, Missouri. And Missouri has a serious healthcare problem – a massive behavioral health provider shortfall. THE PROBLEM The demand for behavioral health services is overwhelming across the country, but it's particularly acute in Missouri, where approximately only 200 of the state's 1,000 licensed psychiatrists actually reside in the state to serve a populati

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Fierce Healthcare

JANUARY 14, 2025

The FTC released its second interim staff report Tuesday during Chair Lina Khan's final open commission meeting, but declined to indicate whether it would take further legal action.

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p3care

JANUARY 14, 2025

The healthcare industry has evolved at a rapid pace in recent years. The changing spectrum requires satisfactory financial health in medical practices by streamlining their revenue cycles. Any sort of mismanagement leads to a higher ratio of claim denials which inhibits medical claims processing. The Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) has reported that the average ratio of claim denials in the healthcare industry of the US is between 5% and 10%.

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Healthcare It News

JANUARY 17, 2025

The pressures on healthcare are significant. But many experts believe digital health can help hospitals and health systems cope with these pressures. There are various challenges in healthcare driving up costs, impacting both providers and patients. But there are advancements in care delivery helping alleviate inflationary pressures. Digital health has a role to play in lowering costs and bridging these divides for providers as well as patients.

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Fierce Healthcare

JANUARY 15, 2025

The new notice of proposed rulemaking adheres to calls from Congress and industry for the agency to create a special telemedicine registration system. Its three-tiered approach could cost telehealth companies over $40,000 to prescribe controlled substances in all 50 states.

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Health Care Dive

JANUARY 16, 2025

UnitedHealth’s net income plummeted to its lowest level since 2019 amid hefty costs, including some from the Change cyberattack. CEO Andrew Witty also remembered slain executive Brian Thompson on a Thursday morning call.

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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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Home Health Care

JANUARY 14, 2025

The U.S. is currently caring for a higher number of children with severe and medically complex diagnoses than ever before. As these children transition into adulthood, the health care system will face increasing challenges in providing care for individuals living with rare or progressive diseases that were rarely encountered in the past. This is where private-duty nurses can play a crucial role in making a positive impact.

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Healthcare It News

JANUARY 16, 2025

Enterprise Taxonomy: Operations Maturity Models Core Technologies EHR Digital Health Business Organizational Governance Technology Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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Fierce Healthcare

JANUARY 13, 2025

As deadly fires continue to rage in Los Angeles, healthcare companies far and wide are stepping up to serve those affected. At least 24 people have died from the fires and dozens remain missing.

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Health Care Dive

JANUARY 14, 2025

Agency commissioners voted unanimously on Tuesday to publish the report, which makes similar allegations against the controversial drug middlemen as the agency’s first report released last summer — but relies on more data.

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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

Home Health Care

JANUARY 13, 2025

Despite initial challenges, 2025 appears promising for home health providers, as indicated by industry experts in Home Health Care Newss recent webinar, Home Health Outlook 2025. During the discussion, experts addressed several key issues, including Medicare Advantage (MA) reimbursement rates, labor shortages and improved technology integration. The panel also explored future risk-sharing opportunities and highlighted the importance of addressing social determinants of health.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 15, 2025

Dr. Jakub Jaszczak, Sr. Product Manager, Infermedica Imagine a world where your smartphone becomes your first line of defense against illness where artificial intelligence (AI) can assess symptoms, offer personalized advice, and guide you to the right care faster than ever before. This isnt science fiction; its the rapidly emerging reality of AI-powered self-triage in healthcare.

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Fierce Healthcare

JANUARY 12, 2025

It's officially a new year for the healthcare industry, as biopharma and health system executives, investors, reporters and others make the annual trek to the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco for the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference.

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Health Care Dive

JANUARY 17, 2025

Healthcare fraud investigations accounted for more than half of the Department of Justice’s settlements and judgments in 2024, which totaled north of $2.9 billion.

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Icanotes

JANUARY 13, 2025

Gaming Addiction in Adults: How It Manifests and Why It's Often Overlooked While video gaming can be a fun activity for most people, for some, it can become an all-consuming hobby that interferes with everyday life. Gaming disorder occurs when the activity becomes so compulsive that it interferes with responsibilities, relationships and a person's overall well-being.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 16, 2025

What You Should Know: – Century Health , a provider in applying artificial intelligence (AI) to real-world data for research acceleration, and Nira Medical , a national leader in neurological care delivery, announced a strategic partnership to advance the understanding of multiple sclerosis (MS) and improve patient outcomes. – The collaboration will leverage Century Health’s AI platform to curate and structure data from over 3,000 MS patients treated within Nira Medical’s

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Fierce Healthcare

JANUARY 14, 2025

The annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference is officially underway, bringing the healthcare and biopharma industries' biggest wheelers and dealers to San Francisco.

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Health Care Dive

JANUARY 14, 2025

A rule finalized Monday makes it easier for regulators to suspend agents and brokers from selling Affordable Care Act plans if they pose a risk to the exchanges.

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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.

American College of Healthcare Sciences

JANUARY 13, 2025

This case study was published in Gut Microbes Reports in Fall 2024. Reprinted with permission. Reviewed by Patricia Kaufman, PhD, LDN, CNS, MS, MBA ACHS Assistant Professor Patricia Kaufman, PhD, LDN, CNS, MS, MBA was the lead author of a groundbreaking case report published in Gut Microbes Reports. The study, titled Preventing chemotherapy-induced diarrhea […] The post Enhancing Gut Health with Prebiotics and Probiotics During Chemotherapy appeared first on American College of Healthcare

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 13, 2025

What You Should Know: – Peerbridge Health has announced the launch of its landmark COR-INSIGHT Trial, which will validate the screening and diagnostic capabilities of its Peerbridge Cor ambulatory ECG wearables. – The trial seeks to revolutionize cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary monitoring and screening by providing a seamless, non-invasive alternative to traditional diagnostic modalities.

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Fierce Healthcare

JANUARY 15, 2025

The third day of the annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference brings presentations from GoodRx, Health Catalyst, Talkspace and Salesforce along with Medicare Advantage insurers Alignment Healthcare and Clover Health.

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Health Care Dive

JANUARY 15, 2025

Entering the marketplace could help drive enrollment in Teladoc’s chronic care management programs, executives with the virtual care company said at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference this week.

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American College of Healthcare Sciences

JANUARY 11, 2025

Isabelle GianDomenico has been passionate about holistic health since a young age. After enduring some health struggles of her own, she became dedicated to providing care, resources, and support to women in her community and beyond. This led her to ACHS, where she earned a Master of Science in Health and Wellness. Isabelle is now […] The post Alumni Highlight: Isabelle GianDomenico is an Advocate for Women appeared first on American College of Healthcare Sciences.

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HIT Consultant

JANUARY 13, 2025

What You Should Know: – Medtronic (NYSE:MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, announced it has received CE Mark approval for its groundbreaking BrainSense Adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) technology in the European Union and the United Kingdom. – The CE approval marks a significant advancement in personalized Parkinson’s disease treatment, offering patients in Europe access to a more responsive and tailored therapy.

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Fierce Healthcare

JANUARY 14, 2025

Chronic care management will continue to be an important growth driver for Teladoc, executives said. The company is teaming up with Amazon to make it easier for individuals to find and enroll in its virtual cardiometabolic programs.

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Health Care Dive

JANUARY 15, 2025

Experts say the future of AI regulation is uncertain in 2025 with a new presidential administration. Also this year, organizations will continue to bolster their cyber defenses to withstand increasing attacks.

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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.