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Study Shows Caregivers, Patients Prefer Hospital-At-Home Model

Home Health Care

The rise of in-home alternatives to traditional hospital care is raising concerns about the potential strain these models may place on family caregivers. Under the hospital-at-home (HaH) model, it is essential to ensure that caregivers are not inadvertently overwhelmed with additional tasks and responsibilities that exceed their capacity and resources.

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Microsoft rolls out new healthcare AI tools in partnership with Epic, Paige.ai, major health systems

Fierce Healthcare

Microsoft recently unveiled several new artificial intelligence capabilities for healthcare organizations designed to help analyze diverse medical data, streamline nursing documentation and enable | Microsoft recently unveiled several new AI capabilities for healthcare organizations designed to help analyze diverse medical data, streamline nursing documentation and enable companies to build their own healthcare AI agents.

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Healthcare must become as digital and consumer friendly as retail and banking

Healthcare It News

In a world where consumers can order dog food, schedule a haircut or buy a plane ticket with just a few keystrokes, patients often are left wondering why healthcare has to be so complicated – and why so many processes seem stuck in the past. Today, as consumers grow more dependent on convenient and efficient online tools across retail, banking and grocers, patients are becoming increasingly aware of – and dissatisfied with – healthcare's digital deficiencies, which often cr

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Blue Cross Blue Shield to pay $2.8 billion to settle class action provider antitrust case

Health Care Dive

It's the largest antitrust settlement to date in the healthcare industry, according to law firm Whatley Kallas, which represented the plaintiffs.

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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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Oshi Health Raises $60M to Expand Virtual Digestive Care Nationwide

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Oshi Health , a virtual gastrointestinal (GI) care provider raises $60M in a Series C funding round led by Oak HC/FT, with participation from existing investors including Bessemer Venture Partners , Flare Capital Partners , Frist Cressey Ventures , CVS Health Ventures and Takeda Digital Ventures. – The funding will fuel Oshi Health’s continued nationwide expansion and mission to transform digestive healthcare in the U.S.

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CHAI floats draft framework to certify AI assurance labs as oversight efforts move forward

Fierce Healthcare

The Coalition for Health AI (CHAI) announced the completion of two draft documents on Friday that may have a big effect on the future of AI in healthcare. | After Deputy Secretary Andrea Palm announced that HHS will work with industry to develop a national network of quality assurance labs for AI, CHAI is releasing two draft documents that spell out how to certify those assurance labs and an AI "nutrition label" for healthcare decision-makers.

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Google’s AI-backed healthcare search tool now available for general use

Health Care Dive

Vertex AI Search for Healthcare is designed to quickly query a patient’s medical record. Google says the tool will reduce the administrative burden for payers and providers.

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UnitedHealthcare Offers Calm Health to Members for Enhanced Mental Well-being

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – As more people search for solutions to help manage their mental health, the interest and usage of smartphone apps and digital tools continues to grow. But when it comes to starting a journey with a digital health app, it may be overwhelming when there are many to choose from. – That’s why UnitedHealthcare is bringing Calm Health to more than 13 million commercial members as part of its offerings.

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Blues plans agree to $2.8B settlement in provider class action suit

Fierce Healthcare

Blue Cross Blue Shield plans have agreed to a $2.8 billion settlement to resolve legal allegations from a slew of providers who claim the insurers colluded to prevent competition and lower reimburs | Blue Cross Blue Shield plans have agreed to a $2.8 billion settlement to resolve legal allegations from a slew of providers who claim the insurers colluded to prevent competition and lower reimbursements.

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South Korea's smart hospital concept: A focus on patients' need and experience

Healthcare It News

Developing smart hospitals has been a way for South Korea to meet the growing demand for more personalised healthcare in their fast-ageing society. At the helm of this effort is the Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI), an agency under the Ministry of Health and Welfare. Its principal researcher, Jong Yeob Kim, shared how they are fostering smart hospitals in South Korea in the HIMSS24 APAC session, "Patient-Centered Healthcare Transformation Based on Sustainability: Insights

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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CVS Health slashes infusion services offerings, blaming industry headwinds

Health Care Dive

CVS Health will stop providing many infusion services and close or sell 29 pharmacies in the coming months, a spokesperson said.

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End the ‘Sick Care’ Cycle: Revolutionizing Patient Health with Whole Person Care

HIT Consultant

Jeffrey Gladd, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Fullscript Today’s healthcare system is broken—mostly operating as a “sick care” system that too often manages disease or symptoms without regard for the interconnectedness of the human body or the factors that serve at the root causes of disease. Care often consists of “quick fixes” and prescription-heavy treatments that don’t address these root causes.

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UnitedHealth, CVS, Humana, increasingly deploy AI and deny post-acute care claims, Senate report finds

Fierce Healthcare

The country’s three largest Medicare Advantage (MA) insurers obstruct seniors’ ability to receive post-acute care, a scathing report from the U.S. | A report from Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, found that the country's biggest Medicare Advantage insurers use artificial intelligence to control costs and deny prior auth claims.

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Arizona agency's omnichannel approach to home health includes telehealth and RPM

Healthcare It News

MD Home Health, a 39-year-old home health agency, has launched omnichannel home health services, what it says is a first for Phoenix and Arizona. The new offerings will include remote patient monitoring, telehealth, a brick-and-mortar clinic at HonorHealth Scottsdale, and traditional in-home services. President and CEO David P. Tusa, who joined MD Home Health in 2022, spoke with us about the motivation behind embracing the omnichannel approach, what the telehealth component looks like, what the

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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

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Colorado provider Axis Health System hit by ‘cyber incident’

Health Care Dive

The provider, which offers primary care, dental services and mental healthcare, said its primary care patient portal is currently offline.

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Artera Unveils Two New AI Patient Engagement Copilots

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Artera , a provider of patient communication solutions for healthcare organizations, has announced a series of AI-powered innovations and platform enhancements at its annual customer conference, Artera Heartbeat. – These advancements aim to optimize patient engagement, streamline operations, and reduce administrative burden for healthcare providers.

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DEA sends 3rd temporary extension of telemedicine prescribing rules to White House

Fierce Healthcare

The Drug Enforcement Administration is poised to extend pandemic-era telehealth prescribi | The third temporary extension is rumored to be for just one year, punting the deadline for the next administration to negotiate permanent rules to December 2025. Telemedicine companies, including those that prescribe Adderall, will be able to continue prescribing as they have since 2020.

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Digital transformation of world's 'largest geographical health service'

Healthcare It News

Western Australia Country Health Service board chair Dr Neale Fong shares how they are enabling telemedicine and remote patient monitoring.

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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

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New legislation aims to tame ‘Wild West’ in healthcare cybersecurity

Health Care Dive

The bill, announced last month by Sens. Ron Wyden and Mark Warner, is a good step forward, but hospitals may need more funds to boost their cybersecurity practices, experts say.

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Google Research Expands AI-Powered Diabetic Retinopathy Screening to India and Thailand

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Google Research is taking a significant step towards reducing preventable blindness by expanding access to its AI-powered diabetic retinopathy screening model in India and Thailand. – This initiative aims to address the growing need for accessible and efficient screening in regions with limited access to eye care specialists.

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UnitedHealth beats the Street with $6B in Q3 profit

Fierce Healthcare

UnitedHealth Group kicked off another round of earnings calls for major health insurance companies Tuesday morning, when it

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Direct to Patient Healthcare

Healthcare Success

Struggling with burnout while maintaining high-quality healthcare services that patients love? Tune in to our latest podcast as Lee Aase, founder of HELPCare, LLC, shares how he transitioned from his pioneering social media work at Mayo Clinic to lead an innovative membership-based direct-to-patient healthcare business. This podcast is a must-listen for healthcare leaders and primary care practitioners seeking innovative ways to enhance patient access, optimize care delivery, and address challen

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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FTC increases premerger reporting requirements over provider objections

Health Care Dive

Companies will be required to disclose more information about minority investors and past M&A activity. Provider groups said the new requirements would be burdensome for hospitals.

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Best Practices for Conquering Data Management Challenges in the Pharma Industry

HIT Consultant

Daniel Avancini, Chief Data Officer and co-founder of Indicium Managing data effectively can be challenging in any context. But it’s especially difficult in an industry like pharmaceuticals, due both to the sensitivity of the data and the severity of consequences that result from data management mistakes. What can pharma companies do to implement an effective data management strategy?

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CVS ousts Karen Lynch, taps Caremark head as new CEO

Fierce Healthcare

It's a tumultuous time at industry giant CVS Health, and on Friday the company revealed a shake-up at the top that now has David Joyner stepping in as CEO. | It's a tumultuous time at industry giant CVS Health, and on Friday the company revealed a shake-up at the top that now has David Joyner stepping in as CEO.

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Give clinicians a comprehensive view of patient health

Healthcare It News

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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.

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Health tech investment shows signs of recovery in 2024: SVB

Health Care Dive

Funding in the first eight months of the year has already exceeded pre-pandemic levels, according to Silicon Valley Bank. But high valuations recorded in 2021 are still affecting the market.

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Abridge, Wolters Kluwer Partner on Ambient AI and UpToDate

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Wolters Kluwer Health and Abridge have joined forces to integrate UpToDate® , a leading clinical decision support (CDS) solution, into the Abridge AI-powered clinical documentation platform. – The collaboration aims to streamline clinical workflows, improve patient care, and reduce the administrative burden on clinicians.

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Trends to watch at HLTH 2024

Fierce Healthcare

The HLTH 2024 conference will kick off Sunday in Las Vegas with an expected 12,000 attendees from across the industry to plot the future of healthcare innovation. | The HLTH 2024 conference will kick off Sunday in Las Vegas with an expected 12,000 attendees from across the industry to plot the future of healthcare innovation.

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Delivering interoperability for connected care

Healthcare It News

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How to Battle Layoffs: The Career Star Accelerator Bootcamp

Facing layoffs in your organization? Support your team members' career transition with Career Star Accelerator Bootcamp: Custom Resume & LinkedIn Revamp + 6 Weeks of Career Coaching. Our certified resume writers will create job search-winning resumes and LinkedIn profiles while they work with a career coach to learn unique strategies to stand out, attract the right employers, automate their job search, and land their dream job.