Health insurance customer experience starts at open enrollment
Health Care Dive
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
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Fines Push Hospitals To Go Beyond CMS Price Transparency Rules
HIT Consultant
NOVEMBER 27, 2022
Paul Shorrosh, CEO and founder of AccuReg. The gamble is over for hospitals that avoided complying with CMS price transparency mandates. After a slow start since they were implemented more than 18 months ago, CMS has issued 350 warnings for noncompliance, 157 corrective action requests, and finally issued fines to two Georgia hospitals in June. It seems many more will be on the way.
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Why Security Misconceptions Are Threatening Healthcare Systems’ IoT Devices
HIT Consultant
NOVEMBER 27, 2022
Dinesh Katiyar, Head of Business Development at Asimily. Hospitals and other critical healthcare systems face skyrocketing risks as ransomware attacks—which most commonly target IoT devices—continue to escalate. In 2021 alone, IoT ransomware attack incidents targeting healthcare organizations increased by 123%. While most healthcare systems have a healthy respect for the importance of securing the myriad Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) devices humming within their facilities, many harbor misco
HHS issues guidance on the use of online tracking tools in healthcare CRM
Healthcare It News
DECEMBER 2, 2022
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued a bulletin to highlight the obligations on covered entities and business associates under HIPAA's Privacy, Security and Breach Notification Rules when using online tracking technologies. These tracking tools have caused a number of patient data security concerns and there are several class-action lawsuits, creating a new challenge for healthcare organizations.
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
How to address healthcare’s unique cybersecurity challenges
Health Care Dive
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Although the U.S. is entering a post-COVID era, many factors straining the healthcare industry will continue and more risk factors will kick in, argues Syed Kaptan of cybersecurity intelligence company ThreatQuotient.
More vaccinated than unvaccinated died from COVID-19 in August: analysis
Fierce Healthcare
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
More vaccinated than unvaccinated died from COVID-19 in August: analysis. fdiamond. Mon, 11/28/2022 - 16:34.
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Franciscan Health expands its Epic-linked telemedicine offerings
Healthcare It News
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Prior to 2020, Franciscan Health, a health system based in Mishawaka, Indiana, conducted few telemedicine visits throughout the organization. Outside of some tele-stroke and behavioral health virtual care there wasn't any robust programming for patients to participate with Franciscan Alliance providers through telemedicine. THE PROBLEM. In February 2020, some specialties were in the process of requesting telehealth technologies, and a few of them, such as urgent care, already were in the sta
Bernie Sanders poised to lead Senate health committee
Health Care Dive
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
The longtime proponent of universal healthcare is set to become chair of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee. Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., is in line to be the committee’s ranking member.
Digital health VCs eye healthcare workforce, cancer care as ripe for startups in 2023
Fierce Healthcare
DECEMBER 2, 2022
Digital health VCs eye healthcare workforce, cancer care as ripe for startups in 2023. hlandi. Fri, 12/02/2022 - 06:26.
Five Factors to Watch as the Chinese Communist Party Faces Protests
The Rand Blog
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
It may be too soon to compare protests against China's zero-COVID policy to the Tiananmen Square pro-democracy movement. But looking back to 1989 still provides valuable insights into what might happen next.
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
Delivering clinical decision support solutions
Healthcare It News
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Most clinicians agree that technology will continue to play a critical role in care delivery – and physicians who can use data-driven insights at the point of care will be better positioned to meet patients’ ongoing needs. Clinical decision support tools can help patient care teams improve diagnosis quality, leading to more cost-effective care.
UnitedHealth Group projects up to $360B in 2023 revenue, buoyed by Optum growth
Health Care Dive
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
The projected revenue growth comes after the Department of Justice announced this month it would appeal a federal judge’s decision that allowed UnitedHealth’s $13 billion purchase of Change Healthcare to close.
UnitedHealth Group expects to bring in nearly $360B in revenue for 2023
Fierce Healthcare
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
UnitedHealth Group expects to bring in nearly $360B in revenue for 2023. hlandi. Wed, 11/30/2022 - 00:11.
Intelligence Work Is Exciting. And Traumatizing
The Rand Blog
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
The intelligence community needs to communicate to its workforce about the varied forms of trauma, how it affects individuals, and what resources exist to help. Protecting the intelligence workforce can help protect us all.
Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide
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Sweetwater Medical reduces patients' blood pressure and weight with AI and RPM
Healthcare It News
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Sweetwater Medical Associates is a single-clinic family practice and internal medicine facility in Sugar Land, Texas. It has five providers, as well as a staff team including eight medical assistants (MAs). THE PROBLEM. Since the pandemic, Sweetwater has been perpetually short-staffed. The team always has seemed strapped for time, finding it challenging to monitor at-risk patients with hypertension and obesity to help manage their chronic conditions and look for signs of impending problems.
Ousted MetroHealth CEO, facing embezzlement allegations, sues hospital over termination
Health Care Dive
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Akram Boutros’ lawsuit alleges that MetroHealth’s board members were participating in secret deliberations outside of public meetings, violating the law during the hiring process for incoming CEO Airica Steed.
As major hospitals now bill for some patient-provider messaging, the move could usher wider adoption
Fierce Healthcare
DECEMBER 1, 2022
As major hospitals now bill for some patient-provider messaging, the move could usher wider adoption. dmuoio. Thu, 12/01/2022 - 17:48.
The Not-So-Sacred Human Genome: What South Africans Think About Heritable Human Genome Editing
Bill Of Health
DECEMBER 2, 2022
By Donrich Thaldar. South Africans have issued a clarion call for research to move ahead on health-related applications of heritable human genome editing (HHGE), finds my research group’s new public engagement study — the first of its kind in Africa. The study engaged a diverse group of 30 South Africans in three evenings of deliberations on the governance of HHGE.
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.
Three Ways to Configure Electronic Health Records Systems
p3care
DECEMBER 1, 2022
In the past, we used to store patients’ demographic information and histories on paper. Thus, medical record management and sharing were once very problematic for healthcare facilities. Also, it was not easy to handle the bulk when facilities had limited rooms for storage. Healthcare providers can’t even reach the patient’s old data as quickly as they had to.
UnitedHealthcare loses lawsuit to TeamHealth — again — in ongoing battle over billing
Health Care Dive
DECEMBER 2, 2022
A three-judge arbitration panel in Florida has awarded $10.8 million to TeamHealth after finding UnitedHealthcare underpaid the physician group’s clinicians from 2017 to 2020.
Google Health strikes deal with iCAD to commercialize mammography AI
Fierce Healthcare
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Google Health strikes deal with iCAD to commercialize mammography AI. hlandi. Mon, 11/28/2022 - 12:49.
Humana Plans To Close Majority Of Its SeniorBridge Home Care Locations
Home Health Care
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) plans to close shop at most of its SeniorBridge locations before the end of year. SeniorBridge is a home-based care organization that offers complex chronic care management for seniors. The organization’s care management team includes nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers and caregivers. Humana originally acquired SeniorBridge back in 2012 as a part of a larger effort to shift more care into the home.
How to Battle Layoffs: The Career Star Accelerator Bootcamp
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Pharmacology vs Pharmacy: Which One is Better?
p3care
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Just like medical billing and coding fields, we can see tough competition when considering pharmacology vs pharmacy. Drugs and their administration are the main focus of both of these professions. Both fields seem connected but there is a huge difference between them. Anyone thinking of pursuing any of these professions will not like to shoot a gun in the blind.
CMS warns hospitals must protect staff, patients from violence
Health Care Dive
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
Hospitals must effectively mitigate risks to ensure patients and staff are safe as part of their Medicare certification, the agency said in a Monday memo, noting that some facilities have received citations for failing to do so.
In face of 'tripledemic,' masking mandates might make a comeback
Fierce Healthcare
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
In face of 'tripledemic,' masking mandates might make a comeback. fdiamond. Mon, 11/28/2022 - 14:46.
Staffing, Compliance and Technology: What Legal Issues Providers Should Watch For In 2023
Home Health Care
DECEMBER 1, 2022
As home-based care becomes more popular and renowned among the larger health care system, agencies will need to put a greater emphasis on legal compliance. Matt Wolfe, a health care attorney with the law firm Baker Donaldson, believes that value-based care, staffing struggles and the emergence of telehealth will all present even more struggles for providers in 2023.
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.
How to Classify Treatment Encounters in ICD-10-CM?
p3care
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
The World Health Organization has provided the International Classification of Disease to avoid the complexities in medical billing. This classification assists all healthcare professionals in patients’ data storage and retrieval. However, physicians, coders, health information managers, nurses, and other staff have benefited from ICD-9-CM. It is the 9th version of the clinical modification, effected up to 1999.
As complaints roll in, ‘complexity’ holding up HHS information blocking enforcement, health IT coordinator says
Health Care Dive
DECEMBER 1, 2022
The HHS has yet to finalize disincentives for providers or say how the OIG will go about investigating and applying civil monetary penalties to health IT vendors. “We’re working really, really hard,” Micky Tripathi told Healthcare Dive.
Industry Voices—The changing digital health landscape
Fierce Healthcare
DECEMBER 2, 2022
Industry Voices—The changing digital health landscape. hlandi. Fri, 12/02/2022 - 11:20.
Hospital finances in 2022: Outlook is grim
Healthcare ECONOMIST
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Based on some recent reports, hospital finances in 2022 look poor. Government cash infusions from COVID-19 were helpful during the pandemic but have largely disappeared. At the same time, costs for labor and supplies have risen. Adding on to these financial pressures is the recent rise in the number of RSV cases. According to a report from the American Hospital Association , hospital margins are down 37% from pre-pandemic (2019) levels.
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