Thu.Apr 26, 2018

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Investors look for AI innovators solving unique healthcare problems

Mobi Health News

It would be hard to argue that that there is a dearth of artificial intelligence platforms trying to get into the healthcare game. But it isn’t just developers deciding where the industry is heading; it's also up to the healthcare players holding the purse strings.

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Five Ways Big Data is Advancing Telemedicine

Arizona Telemedicine Program

The way we view healthcare is changing—patients are starting to expect more convenient options and have access to more information about their health. New technology has helped telehealth become a reality for many patients without easy access to healthcare facilities h fill gaps in specialty care via telemedicine, and made it possible for patients to play a larger role in their own care.

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Researchers' wearable measures force athletes put on tendons

Mobi Health News

Researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison have detailed a wearable device that can better measure muscle-tendon tension during certain activities, such as walking or running.

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CMS to release Medicare Advantage encounter data as part of new data-driven strategy

FierceHealthIT

CMS is making good on its promise to release encounter data that it collects from Medicare Advantage plans. The agency was scheduled to release the data last year, but concerns over accuracy caused them to pull back, disappointing researchers. CMS also announced that it will publicly release data for Medicaid and CHIP plans next year.

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HIPAA Compliance: Can Your Organization Avoid Costly Government Penalties and Fines?

Colington Consulting was established in 2013 and helps organizations achieve HIPAA compliance and ensures clients stay current with the latest enforcement trends. We provide a full range of HIPAA compliance services and consulting. What separates us from our competitors is our knowledge of HIPAA compliance regulations and their application to each of our client’s particular scenarios and requirements.

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Qure.ai launches AI platform to identify brain bleeds and fractures

Mobi Health News

This morning healthcare AI company Qure.ai announced the launch of its new AI technology which can identify bleeds, fractures, and other critical abnormalities in the head CT scans.

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As FDA's Pre-Cert plan takes shape, worries emerge about overreach

Mobi Health News

This morning, the FDA published its 17-page first draft of a working model for its pre-certification program for software as a medical device (SaMD).

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Humana launches value-based payment program for hospitals

FierceHealthIT

Following industry calls for CMS to do more with value-based payment arrangements, Humana is taking matters into its own hands with an outcomes-based payment arrangement for hospitals intended to reduce duplicative services and costly readmissions.

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Google lends map expertise to support DEA's Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Mobi Health News

This Saturday, the United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) will host its third National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. And this time, Google is helping out.

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FDA plans to launch ‘Pre Cert 1.0’ by the end of 2018, issues working model for digital health regulation

FierceHealthIT

The Food and Drug Administration plans to launch a full-scale version of its digital health precertification program by the end of the year. Dubbed “Pre Cert 1.0,” the program will be the first formal iteration of a pilot project launched with nine companies last September.

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The Secret to Supercharging Your Organizations Communications

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.

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Novartis launches research app for ophthalmic clinical trials

Mobi Health News

Novartis announced yesterday that it has launched an app specifically designed for eye patients to participate in ophthalmic clinical trials. Built with ResearchKit, the FocalView app looks to improve data captured by allowing patients interested in participating to conveniently self-report their conditions through their smartphone, thereby providing researchers with a greater wealth of time-stamped data.

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Ronny Jackson withdraws nomination for VA secretary, says misconduct allegations are 'false and fabricated'

FierceHealthIT

White House physician Ronny Jackson has withdrawn his name from consideration to take over the Department of Veterans Affairs, he announced Thursday. Jackson was under fire for days after allegations surfaced about his conduct on the job, including claims of inappropriate prescribing.

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Health Datapalooza day one preview

Morning eHealth

Conditions of participation debate erupts — Jackson withdraws as veterans affairs secretary nominee

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Hospitals rejoice at death of the 25% rule, following years of temporary delay

FierceHealthIT

After years of delays and complaints from industry, a Bush-era policy that cuts reimbursements to long-term care hospitals might finally be dead. CMS is proposing to eliminate the "25% rule" as part of its annual Medicare payment rule, and hospitals are already rejoicing.

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Ambiq’s neuralSPOT HeartKit™ enables Real-Time Heart Monitoring AI Applications

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.

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Arkansas Trauma Rehabilitation Symposium 2018

South Central Telehealth Resource Center

Registration is open for the Arkansas Trauma Rehabilitation Symposium, which will be held at the Hot Springs Convention Center on May 21-22. The event will include presentations, networking opportunities, and an exhibit hall. Presentation topics include: Selected Ethical Issues Concerning Patients with Brain Injuries. Spinal Cord Injury Research: Dental Pulp Stem Cell Therapy and Osteoporosis.

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DOJ investigating Anthem’s Medicare Advantage, Part D plans

FierceHealthIT

The Department of Justice has asked Anthem for more information about its Medicare Advantage and Part D plans as part of an ongoing probe dating back to 2016. Anthem says the inquiry is part of an investigation into other Medicare Advantage health plans, as well as providers and vendors.

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AmWell and 19Labs Partner for Point of Care Solutions

19 Labs

19Labs, the creator of GALE Telehealth 2.0 point of care solutions, today announced a new partnership to offer AmWell customers access to GALE Kiosks and Tablets solutions. Together, the companies will enable employers, schools and nursing facilities a full comprehensive remote examination and also the ability to create branded, customizable and affordable Telehealth 2.0 experience. 19Labs GALE, powered by AmWell, offers customers a friendly, inviting experience with full virtual visits securely

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Study: Racial disparities in early deaths among black adults narrowing compared to whites in U.S.

FierceHealthIT

The study examined years of life among people of all ages and races from U.S. data over 25 years. While the improvement was largely the result of improvements among blacks compared to whites, it was also the result of worsening years of life lost among adult white and American Indian/Alaskan Native women.

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The 2023 Behavioral Health Industry Report

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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AmWell and 19Labs Partner for Point of Care Solutions

19 Labs

19Labs, the creator of GALE Telehealth 2.0 point of care solutions, today announced a new partnership to offer AmWell customers access to GALE Kiosks and Tablets solutions. Together, the companies will enable employers, schools and nursing facilities a full comprehensive remote examination and also the ability to create branded, customizable and affordable Telehealth 2.0 experience. 19Labs GALE, powered by AmWell, offers customers a friendly, inviting experience with full virtual visits securely

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Fear of losing jobs, licenses keep doctors from seeking treatment for substance use disorders

FierceHealthIT

A study of Danish doctors, published in Addiction Research & Theory, found that instead of seeking help, some doctors attempt self-treatment for their substance abuse.

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Your Provider Productivity Center

Health Portal Solutions

Who doesn’t want to be more productive and efficient? While that is certainly the case for Payers, it’s also the case for your providers. Sometimes when it comes to productivity, provider portals leave a lot to be desired. Sure, providers can check claim status and eligibility, but when it comes to many other tasks, they have to do them on paper or with yet another portal login.

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Unifying the Healthcare Assembly Line

Mobile Health Matters

Driving toward value-based care first requires a healthy understanding of the environment in which we are operating. Though regularly criticized, the U.S. healthcare system is actually strong: we have some of the world’s best hospitals and doctors. Individual service lines can provide attentive and effective care, whether it is cardiology, endocrinology or oncology.

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Patient Engagement & Cultural Competence Training Roadmap: A Guide to Reducing Staff Burnout

Speaker: Dr. Mauvareen Beverley, Patient Engagement and Cultural Competence Specialist

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.