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Telehealth vs. In-Office Visits – Which is More Cost-Effective

GlobalMed

In recent years, telehealth has emerged as a convenient alternative to traditional in-office medical consultations. As technology evolves, more patients and healthcare providers are turning to virtual visits as a means to streamline care delivery. But how does the cost of telehealth compare to that of in-office visits? Let’s delve into the potential cost savings and hidden expenses associated with telehealth to determine whether it truly offers a more economical choice.

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Google releases open foundation models for health app developers

Mobi Health News

Health AI Developer Foundations is a suite of open-weight models publicly available to help developers build and implement AI models for health applications.

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Biden proposes Medicare, Medicaid cover anti-obesity drugs

FierceHealthIT

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is attempting to cover anti-obesity medications under Medicare Part D and Medicaid, the agency announced Nov. 26. | With time running out before leaving office, the Biden administration is proposing a rule to have Medicare and Medicaid cover anti-obesity medications and bolster guardrails for AI, among the changes.

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Shifting Our Healthcare Delivery Model from Reactive to Proactive

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Paulo Pinho, M.D. , Chief Medical and Strategy Officer at Discern Health The U.S. healthcare system is largely a sickness model of reactive care delivery. In our current healthcare delivery model, interventions are triggered by patients becoming unwell; we don’t invest enough in prevention and when we do, prevention strategies are often misdirected.

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How to Turn “Check-the-Box” Compliance Trainings Into Real Learning

Speaker: Brian Richardson, Brian Richardson, Founder and CEO of Richardson Consulting Group

Let’s face it—most ethics and compliance training programs aren’t winning awards for engagement. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be effective, captivating, and maybe even enjoyable! Join learning design expert Brian Richardson for a dynamic session on how to breathe new life into your ethics and compliance training. We'll explore innovative strategies to bring traditionally dry topics to life, making them resonate with learners and drive tangible change.

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Korean AI predicts mood episodes using sleep-wake data

Mobi Health News

The AI models only utilise wearable sleep and circadian rhythm data to analyse patterns driving mood disorders.

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Teladoc Health launches AI motion detection solution to improve patient safety in hospital beds

FierceHealthIT

Teladoc Health launched an AI-enabled technology that allows hospital staff to virtually detect when a patient is at risk of falling from a hospital bed. | Teladoc Health launched its new motion detection solution, vSitter, which allows staff to virtually observe patients and detect if they are at risk of falling out of the hospital bed. The advanced AI solution uses computer vision, motion detection, pose estimation and spatial boundaries to predict if patients are at risk of harm.

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What’s Next for Healthcare Cybersecurity After a Tumultuous 2024?

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Andrew Costis, Engineering Manager of the Adversary Research Team at AttackIQ The healthcare sector continues to face a wave of cyber incidents, with 2024 marking a year of heightened attacks. Healthcare and public health (HPH) organizations have become frequent targets for ransomware and data exfiltration attacks, creating a critical need for stronger defenses.

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Elon Musk's Neuralink announces study to connect brain implant to robotic arm

Mobi Health News

The announcement comes about four months after Musk relayed his vision for patients with an Optimus robotic arm or leg to have the ability to control their limbs with the N1 implant.

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Seasonal Surge

BHM Healthcare Solutions

Explore why hospital admissions spike during the holidays and what healthcare providers can do to manage the surge. From delayed care to seasonal illnesses and mental health challenges, this article dives into the data and offers actionable tips to improve outcomes and ease the strain on healthcare systems during the busiest time of year. The post Seasonal Surge appeared first on BHM Healthcare Solutions.

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Empowering Overall Healthcare Operations: Why Some Outsourcing Is Smart Business

Many administrators at large and small medical practices and labs can be fearful of bringing in a third party to help with their revenue cycle. For some, this is a fear of giving up control; for others, it is about avoiding staff losses. But a strategic approach with a partner that knows one-size-fits-all is not the solution for every customer, and instead, offers a tailored service that helps an organization close weaknesses in their billing operations by using a proven, highly professional, op

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Digital Health Networks 2024 mentoring scheme celebrated

DigitalHealth

The Digital Health Networks' 2024 mentoring programme has received positive feedback, ahead of the expanded 2025 programme launch.

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Advancing Behavioral Health Care Through AI Integration

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Andy Flanagan , CEO at Iris Telehealth The U.S. behavioral health system faces unprecedented strain as patient demand continues to outpace provider availability. This growing gap creates significant barriers to care, particularly for high-risk patients who require immediate intervention. Traditional care delivery models, which typically follow first-come-first-served protocols, often fail to effectively prioritize clinical urgency, potentially compromising p

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Hippocratic AI receives its first U.S. patent for LLM innovations

Mobi Health News

The patent includes the company's safety-focused LLMs incorporated into its Polaris constellation architecture.

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Scalability: The Key to Growth for a Mental and Behavioral Health Practice

TheraNest

As a practice owner, you’re likely always thinking about the future – how to grow, how to help more people, and how to build a thriving practice. The ability to scale when the time is right is crucial to thrive in this vast industry landscape. So, what does scaling really mean? It’s about being able to adapt and expand smoothly, without losing the quality or personal touch that makes your practice special.

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The Essential Guide to Secure Messaging in Healthcare

Discover everything healthcare providers need to know about secure messaging. Covering essential topics like HIPAA compliance, communication efficiency, and patient privacy protection, this resource is indispensable for professionals, caregivers, and administrative staff alike.📱 💬 Whether managing sensitive patient data, coordinating care teams, or streamlining workflows, discover actionable insights to implement secure messaging solutions effectively.

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Allurion Launches in the US with its First AI-Native Compounded GLP-1 Program

Digital Health Global

AllurionMeds is designed to address a critical demand from patients: The Weight Must Stay Off F eatures Coach Iris, a first-of-its-kind conversational AI behavioral agent for weight loss and maintenance, trained using real-world experience in over 150,000 patients Compounded GLP-1 program designed to provide long-term behavioral change while addressing weight re-gain and other negative side effects for patients Expands Allurion’s presence to all 50 states, helping to grow awareness of the missio

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Oracle Health Raises the Bar on their EHR

Healthcare IT Today

At the 2024 Oracle Health Summit in Nashville, TN, the company unveiled its next-generation EHR. It sports a completely new user interface that is cleaner, more modernized, and has a new prominent feature – the Ask Oracle bar. Through this bar, users can navigate the system (either through voice or typed commands) and ask the system questions about the patient they are about to see.

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Exclusive: PatientsLikeMe launches AI assistant focused on women's health

Mobi Health News

Ella is powered by Ema and functions as a personal engagement platform where patients can learn from other patients with similar experiences.

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The Queen’s Health Systems Partners with Health Recovery Solutions (HRS) to Launch Remote Patient Monitoring Program

Health Recovery Solutions

HONOLULU, HI , Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – Health Recovery Solutions (HRS) is proud to announce a strategic partnership with The Queen’s Health Systems to launch a comprehensive Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) program through the Native Hawaiian Health Department. This initiative aims to enhance the management of chronic illnesses such as hypertension and diabetes among Native Hawaiians in the community, improve health knowledge, quality of life, expand access through innovative virtual technol

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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A year has passed -- Besides AI everywhere, what (else) has changed?

Aging in Place Technology Watch

Older adults will adapt to change and adopt new technology. When an 88-year-old neighbor is filming fireworks with his smartphone, it is easy to see that times have changed. If an affordable technology can be found that meets a personal need (or answers a compelling question with AI), people will find it and get it to work. Remember encyclopedias – we now cannot imagine any process that would again make them useful.

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Counsel Health Launches with $11M in Seed Funding to Deliver Physician-Led, AI-Powered Medical Advice

Healthcare IT Today

Counsel Health announces $11M in seed funding led by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) Bio + Health, with participation from Asymmetric Capital Partners, Floodgate Fund, and Pear VC. The funding will support Counsel’s national expansion and coverage extension to millions more members. The U.S. healthcare system has an access-to-care crisis, with 60 million Americans facing primary care shortages and patients waiting 38 days for appointments.

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Allurion Technologies launches AI-native GLP-1 program for weight loss in the U.S.

Mobi Health News

The aim is to provide long-term behavioral change focusing on weight loss and maintenance.

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Patient Portals 4.0: Future of Patient Engagement

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: Patient portals have evolved significantly over the past decade, transforming from simple information repositories to powerful tools that empower patients to actively participate in their healthcare journey. As we move into the era of Patient Portals 4.0, we can expect even more groundbreaking advancements that will revolutionise patient engagement and healthcare delivery.

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Can Your Organization Spot a Conflict Before It’s a Crisis?

Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk

In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?

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The future of digitally augmented therapies: Insights from Marcus Bates at Frontiers Health 2024

Digital Health Global

At the recent Frontiers Health conference, Nicole Raleigh , web editor at pharmaphorum , had the opportunity to sit down with Marcus Bates , Vice President and Head of Global Business Development and Global Head of Respiratory at Aptar Digital Health. Their discussion delved into the evolving landscape of digitally augmented therapies and the strides Aptar Digital Health has made over the past year.

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Happy Thanksgiving – We Appreciate All the Good You Do

Healthcare IT Today

I recently heard someone say that Thanksgiving was their favorite holiday. They loved that it was relatively simple compared to some other holidays and was focused on showing gratitude. No doubt gratitude is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves and others around us. On this Thanksgiving, we want everyone in the Healthcare IT Today community to know how much we appreciate you.

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Zarminali Health launches with $40M from General Catalyst

Mobi Health News

The hybrid company offers outpatient pediatric primary and specialty care.

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How Samsung helped shape the Future of Digital Health

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: Samsung has been a significant player in shaping the future of digital health over the past two years. Here's how they've contributed: 1. Wearable Innovations: Galaxy Ring: This discreet wearable device offers continuous health monitoring, including sleep tracking, heart rate tracking, and activity tracking. It's designed for 24/7 wear, providing valuable insights into your overall health.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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Are You Struggling to See (and Measure) Outcomes of your Digital Strategy?

Xealth

Let’s talk about something that has everyone nodding but few actually understanding: how to best measure digital health strategies. Health systems nationwide are being bombarded with digital tools designed to solve almost every issue under the sun—remote patient monitoring, virtual visits, chronic care management apps, AI-powered symptom checkers, you name it.

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Bonus Features – November 24, 2024 – Only 16% of patients prefer online pharmacies, medical coding denials up 125% in the last year, plus 27 other stories

Healthcare IT Today

Welcome to the weekly edition of Healthcare IT Today Bonus Features. This article will be a weekly roundup of interesting stories, product announcements, new hires, partnerships, research studies, awards, sales, and more. Because there’s so much happening out there in healthcare IT we aren’t able to cover in our full articles, we still want to make sure you’re informed of all the latest news, announcements, and stories happening to help you better do your job.

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510(k) for South Korean medical imaging AI and more briefs

Mobi Health News

Also, Lunit will be supplying its chest X-ray and mammography AI to over 200 clinics in Mexico.

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