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The No Surprises Act: How Payers Can Stay Compliant

HIT Consultant

According to the Journal of the American Medical Association , one in five insured adults had a surprise medical bill from an out-of-network provider. Overall, two-thirds of adults are worried about their ability to afford unexpected medical bills. Two-thirds of U.S. States also have their own regulations.

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HiLabs Raises $39M to Expand AI-Powered Solutions for Health Plans

HIT Consultant

Featured in the Journal of the American Medical Association (“JAMA”), the MCheck platform technology supports some of the largest health insurance companies in the US, aiding in the automation and enhancement of administrative processes.

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What to Expect For Health/Care at CES 2024

Health Populi

Not known for its salubrious qualities, Las Vegas will nonetheless be a locus for health, medical care, and well-being inspiration next week when the Consumer Technology Association convenes the annual CES featuring innovations in consumer technology.

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How Bluetooth Technology Is Bolstering the New Era of Hearing Accessibility

HIT Consultant

In August, the Food and Drug Administration established a new category of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, enabling consumers with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss to purchase hearing aids directly from stores or online retailers without the need for a medical exam, prescription, or a fitting adjustment by an audiologist.

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Supporting a Palliative Care Workforce

NASHP

Data sources include: Texas-specific data from the American Hospital Association’s annual survey regarding the provision of palliative care by hospitals with 50 or more beds and 300 or more beds. It includes palliative care provided both by hospitals and individual certified professionals.

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Family Caregiver Services and Supports

NASHP

Under the Older Americans Act, states fund family caregivers services and supports, which include: Information about available services. The Older Americans Act funds services for family caregivers, although significantly less than Medicaid. Medical treatment. Medications. How States Assist Family Caregivers.

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National Care Coordination Standards for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Implementation Guide

NASHP

Family-centered care coordination is designed to facilitate the provision of services to address the multi-faceted, interrelated needs of CYSHCN and children with medical complexity. American Academy of Pediatrics). Patient-Centered Medical Home Assessment (PCMH-A). Identify opportunities to align services.