KevinMD

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Dr. Margaret-Mary Wilson is UnitedHealth Group (UHG) ‘s Chief Medical Officer, and she recently told Fortune magazine that UHG’s acquisition of physician practices and surgery centers through its subsidiary Optum has allowed UnitedHealth Group to gather “a critical mass” of doctors, which helps the company improve care. She said that the practices that they’ve acquired Read more… How do we get a critical mass of women physician innovators?

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Health Populi

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

How financially vulnerable are people with medical debt in the U.S.? Significantly more, statistically speaking, we learn from the latest survey data revealed by the National Financial Capabilities Study (NFCS) from the FINRA Foundation. The Kaiser Family Foundation and Peterson Center on Healthcare analyzed the NFCS data through a consumer health care financial lens with a focus on medical debt.

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Mobi Health News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The company will provide Fairfax County, Virginia, with 24-hour nursing support and help staff other temporary healthcare positions.

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FierceHealthIT

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

As the use of artificial intelligence technology in healthcare grows, federal lawmakers are weighing how to protect patients without hindering innovation and many in Congress are pushing for strong | As the use of artificial intelligence technology in healthcare grows, federal lawmakers are weighing how to protect patients without hindering innovation and many in Congress are pushing for stronger regulation.

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Mobi Health News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Also, SELVAS Healthcare will be bringing to South Korea a foreign contender to the booming AI-based medical imaging market.

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Mobi Health News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Also, researchers from Singapore and Kazakhstan have used AI and heat imaging for the early detection of breast cancer.

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FierceHealthIT

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Providers working in hospitals and critical access hospitals may now text patient information and patient orders among care team members without landing on the wrong side of Medicare’s Conditions o | Texting patient info has been against Medicare's Conditions of Participations for over half a decade, due to concerns of insecure texting platforms.

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Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

It’s been said many times before, but the truth remains the same: the world of healthcare is ever-evolving. We are learning and growing every day, which means we are also coming up with new ideas, technologies, and practices every day. But with all of this constant news of new technologies and changes in practices, it can be really tricky to stay on top of it all.

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FierceHealthIT

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Kaiser Permanente wrapped up its fiscal year with $329 million of operating income (0.3% operating income), net income of $4.1 billion and more than $100 billion in both operating revenues and expe | The California-based nonprofit noted cost pressures, labor challenges and membership declines but still logged a 0.3% operating income in the wake of 2022's losses.

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Effective collaboration among all care team members is critical to delivering better patient outcomes. A key element to achieving effective collaboration is through the implementation of a clinical communication and collaboration platform. In a fast-paced, high-stress and critical environment, people tend to do whatever gets the job done. Therefore will scramble and use the systems, people, or processes around them to get an outcome more quickly - which can often be at the expense of quality.

Digital Health Global

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Software Advice’s Online Pharmacy Survey reveals that patients who rated pharmacy apps as very easy to use dropped from 69% in 2022 to 46% in 2024. AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–With an overwhelming majority of patients turning to digital platforms for their healthcare needs, the adoption of online pharmacies has surged. However, new research by Software Advice reveals patients now report usability challenges with the apps.

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FierceHealthIT

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission has secured a $195 million judgement against Florida-based insurer Simple Health following allegations that it sold "sham" coverage to consumers. | The Federal Trade Commission has secured a $195 million judgement against Florida-based insurer Simple Health following allegations that it sold "sham" coverage to consumers.

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Digital Health Global

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Vital today announces its partnership with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), introducing an AI-powered patient experience app that provides more clarity and transparency to patients and families in the emergency department. The digital health solution, accessible through CHLA’s “MyVisit” and powered by Vital’s ERAdvisor, provides real-time updates on wait times, labs and imaging results, progress toward discharge, and patient education.

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FierceHealthIT

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

An “overwhelming” 88% of respondents reporting healthcare discrimination in a new screening initiative were Black, according to a new Humana study. | An “overwhelming” 88% of respondents reporting healthcare discrimination in a new screening initiative were Black, according to a new Humana study.

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Ambiq®, a leading developer of ultra-low-power semiconductor solutions that deliver a multifold increase in energy efficiency, introduces HeartKit, its latest addition to neuralSPOT. This optimized AI model enables running various real-time heart monitoring applications to help users and their healthcare providers quickly identify any irregular events to take necessary actions.

Digital Health Global

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Aptar has entered into an enterprise agreement with Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) to operate and develop digital health solutions for neurological and rare diseases. Aptar has entered into an enterprise agreement with Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB) to operate and develop digital health solutions for neurological and rare diseases. As part of the agreement, Biogen will transfer ownership of select digital health solutions to Aptar Digital Health (Aptar).

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Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

For the 68th episode of the CIO podcast hosted by Healthcare IT Today, we are talking to Shafiq Rab, MD, Chief Digital Officer, System CIO and EVP at Tufts Medicine , who just recently won 2024 CHIME CIO of the Year! As the CIO of the Year, we are very excited to pick his brain on health IT and leadership, so we kick this episode off by asking Rab what his health IT top 3 are and why.

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DigitalHealth

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

North East London Foundation Trust is working with The Access Group on a digital bed management platform to help tackle the problem of bed blocking.

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Geonetric

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Technology is making big changes in healthcare. It’s becoming increasingly clear that patients are looking for healthcare services that really focus on their needs and make things easy for them, just like online shopping does. Think about how simple it is to shop online or set up deliveries and appointments with just a few clicks. […] Read How eCommerce is Shaping Healthcare Marketing at Geonetric.com.

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This report explores current issues in the behavioral health industry in 2023. Topics covered include quantitative statistics describing the overall increase in behavioral health issues, the impact of psychologist and staff burnout, how HIPAA compliance is once again at the top of our minds & much more!

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DigitalHealth

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust has used a waiting list validation tool to help trim its waiting lists by 12% and streamline its digital communications.

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Healthcare IT Today

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Visibly , a leading healthcare technology company, is thrilled to announce the merger of Visibly and EyecareLive. As the developer of the world’s first FDA-cleared online visual acuity test, Visibly is committed to growing convenient access to quality vision care nationwide. In collaboration with EyecareLive, Visibly will launch real-time video visits between optometrists and patients, allowing for more comprehensive vision consultations.

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DigitalHealth

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Today's briefing includes Macmillan Cancer Support investing in Lucida Medical's AI platform and Intelligent Ultrasound launching its portable NeedleTrainer.

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FierceHealthIT

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Every year, Fierce Healthcare's editorial team sifts through hundreds of nominations to identify 15 companies that are truly making waves in the healthcare sector, striving to change the world by c | This week on "Podnosis," Fierce Healthcare's Paige Minemyer, Dave Muoio and Noah Tong share insights into this year's Fierce 15, discussing the companies that made the cut and the important issues they're addressing.

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If you’re a healthcare provider, chances are you have experienced symptoms of burnout yourself or have colleagues who are currently facing extreme career dissatisfaction. One of the many ways to partially alleviate burnout is active patient engagement. By engaging with patients to understand their needs and preferences, healthcare providers can develop treatments tailored to the individual patient.

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DigitalHealth

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) has updated the licensing agreement for the use of Microsoft products in the country’s health service.

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LeanIX

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Application modernization is not a clear path from clapped out to cutting edge. Discover five ways you can update your application portfolio to drive innovation and performance.

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DigitalHealth

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust has selected Epic as its preferred supplier for an electronic patient record system.

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TheraNest

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Mental and behavioral health practitioners understand the vital importance of effective documentation. Efficient and accurate note-taking helps you track progress and ensures comprehensive care for your clients. This blog post will explore three common types of clinical notes used in therapy – DAP, SOAP, and BIRP. We will delve into their purposes, provide examples of when each is appropriate, and ultimately guide you toward incorporating these notes seamlessly into your practice.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Integrated care systems and other parts of the health service are on a mission to make integrated health and social care a reality.

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Health and Wellness Blog | Uplifting People To Live A Healthier Life

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

It’s been a while since scientists first started to question whether proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), a popular group of anti-heartburn medications, cause stroke or not. To unravel this mystery, a multitude of studies have been trying to reach a consensus to no avail. But the last study to address this offered valuable insight into the […] The post The Latest on Anti-Heartburn Medications and Stroke: Is the Argument Settled?

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David Chou

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

University of California health systems are increasingly exploring mergers and acquisitions, a move once uncommon for academic medical centers. This trend, exemplified by UCSF Health's acquisition of Saint Francis Memorial Hospital and St. Mary's Medical Center and UC Irvine's purchase of Tenet Healthcare Corporation's Pacific Coast Network, signals a strategic pivot towards expanding healthcare reach and enhancing services.

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