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Home-Based Providers Report Early Success With GUIDE Model

Home Health Care

In what has been considered the most significant shift in recent Medicare policy, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) launched the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model last year. Home-based care companies are enthusiastically embracing the GUIDE Model , often teaming up with vendors to do so. Care providers already report benefits, including expanded referral networks and improved patient quality of life and possibly overall cost-savings.

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Epic gives sneak peek of new AI tool for SMS appointment scheduling

Healthcare It News

A new conversational artificial intelligence tool from Epic could enable health systems to offer and schedule appointments to patients by engaging them through text. In about 20 seconds, the AI agent can initiate a conversation via SMS with the patient to see whether they want to schedule a follow-up. If the patient texts back that they do, it will then text appointment options, as seen in a video accompanying the announcement.

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Medicaid cuts could have ‘drastic impact’ on providers

Health Care Dive

Some providers may need to reduce services, lay off staff or close their doors if Congress enacts major cuts to the safety-net insurance program, experts say.

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Fierce Healthcare

Virtual MSK provider IncludeHealth rebrands as LainaHealth as the business enters a new chapter, building out its capabilities in computer vision and AI.

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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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How To Be the Leader Nobody Wants To Leave

Healthcare Success

How can healthcare leaders tackle high turnover rates and build a culture that retains top talent? In this episode, Stewart Gandolf talks with Kristin Baird , President and CEO of Baird Group , to explore what it really takes to retain great talent in healthcare, starting with leadership. Drawing from her experience and her course, Be the Leader Nobody Wants To Leave , Kris shares actionable strategies for transforming leadership culture, improving communication, and aligning teams around purpos

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SMC Telogorejo Hospital sees improved patient satisfaction with EMRAM Stage 6

Healthcare It News

Semarang Medical Center (SMC) Telogorejo Hospital in Central Java, Indonesia, has been validated for Stage 6 of the HIMSS Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model. The eight-stage model gauges an organisation's maturity in its EMR capabilities. A journey that started with an app The 285-bed private hospital began its digital transformation in 2017 with the launch of its mobile application, MySMC.

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Fierce Healthcare

Loss of services and support systems will result in the rollback of advancements made around human and civil rights for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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From Law to Media Entrepreneur: How Scott Becker Shaped Healthcare Thought Leadership

Healthcare Success

How do you build lasting influence in healthcare? In this episode, healthcare marketing expert Stewart Gandolf sits down with Scott Becker , Partner at McGuireWoods LLP and Founder of Beckers Healthcare , for a candid, strategic conversation on what it takes to build trust, authority, and long-term success in healthcare. Scott shares the real-world principles that shaped his path, from healthcare law to founding one of the most recognized media brands in the industry.

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Tele-rehab improves outcomes and trims costs for HSS Florida

Healthcare It News

At the Hospital for Special Surgery Florida, located in West Palm Beach, there were a number of difficulties patients encountered in their attempts to successfully recover after knee replacement surgery. THE CHALLENGE "First, let's paint the picture of what the standard of care recovery protocol looks like following knee replacement surgery, before the advent of telehealth technology," said Dr.

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A year after Steward declared bankruptcy, hospitals and communities still feel fallout: report

Health Care Dive

Two Steward hospitals have paused services while five more have permanently closed. The closures brought layoffs and disruptions to patient care, according to the Private Equity Stakeholder Project.

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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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Fierce Healthcare

Function Health, a preventive health and longevity startup, acquired Ezra to integrate Functions lab testing capabilities with the companys artificial intelligence-powered full-body scans, combining two emerging health trends into one company.

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Future Challenges for CRNAs

Pro CRNA

Future Challenges for CRNAs By Thomas Davis, DNAP, MAE, CRNA After over 4 decades of working as a CRNA, I have reached senior status, and I am amazed at the challenges that we have collectively faced and conquered over the span of my career. Back in the day, I was trained on the Ohio 2000 machine using pentothal for induction, Sux for intubation and Pavulon as the primary relaxant.

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Discovery Behavioral Health boosts care and revenue with patient engagement efforts

Healthcare It News

Discovery Behavioral Health, which operates 130 residential and outpatient treatment programs nationwide , was focused on delivering exceptional in-facility care while seeking innovative ways to enhance its post-discharge patient engagement. THE CHALLENGE With hundreds of patients completing treatment monthly, staff recognized an opportunity to strengthen follow-up capabilities.

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UnitedHealth, Amedisys reach new deal to sell home health and hospice locations if merger approved

Health Care Dive

The sales are contingent on the closure of UnitedHealth’s acquisition of Amedisys, which has been held up after the Department of Justice sued to block the deal last year.

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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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Fierce Healthcare

Pager Health, a virtual care navigation platform, sees opportunities to use generative AI to help guide health plan members and provide a more personalized experience, like a companion to provide one-on-one support.

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Transforming Care Delivery: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Virtual Care

HIT Consultant

Karie Ryan, Chief Nursing Officer at Artisight As healthcare organizations increasingly adopt virtual care technologies, many focus primarily on virtual nursing or physician specialty consultations. However, this narrow view overlooks a crucial opportunity: leveraging virtual platforms across all clinical disciplines to enhance care coordination, improve efficiency, and better serve patients.

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How telemedicine bridges the rural maternity care gap

Healthcare It News

Enterprise Taxonomy: Telehealth Patient Access Rural and underserved communities Population and Public Health Care Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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Millions could lose coverage under potential GOP Medicaid policies: CBO

Health Care Dive

The Congressional Budget Office expects states will replace about half of the reduced federal support with their own resources, and then reduce spending by cutting provider payment rates, optional benefits and enrollment.

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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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Fierce Healthcare

CMS is notifying insurers Congress may appropriate money toward cost-sharing reduction payments, causing upheaval in the Affordable Care Act market,

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Former CenterWell Home Health CEO Susan Benoit Now With Gentiva

Home Health Care

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) has confirmed that Susan Benoit, the former president and CEO of CenterWell Home Health, has transitioned to a role at Gentiva. Benoit currently serves as senior vice president of business development for Gentivas hospice division. Benoit has been at Gentiva since the summer of 2024, according to a company spokesperson. Humana hasnt appointed a new executive to take over Benoits role at CenterWell Home Health.

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EMC Grha Kedoya Hospital secures new Stage 6 EMRAM for West Jakarta

Healthcare It News

EMC Grha Kedoya Hospital in West Jakarta, Indonesia, has been validated for Stage 6 of the HIMSS Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model , which assesses an organisation’s maturity in EMR capabilities. Established in 2011, the private 200-bed hospital is part of EMC Healthcare, a group of eight private hospitals in Indonesia. It sees over 120,000 patients yearly with a workforce consisting of approximately 169 doctors, 392 nursing and other health professionals, and 800 clinical and 238 n

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After 6-month strike, Kaiser Permanente mental health workers ratify a new contract

Health Care Dive

Mental health workers at Kaiser Permanente said the four-year contract will bring higher wages and better benefits.

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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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Fierce Healthcare

Oscar Health's stock increased by 30% after its first quarter earnings, but company executives weighed in on the potential adverse consequences of cost-sharing reductions, ACA enhanced subsidy expirations and a shortened enrollment window.

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MedTech Breakthrough Announces 2025 MedTech Breakthrough Award Winners

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – MedTech Breakthrough , an independent market intelligence organization dedicated to recognizing top-tier companies, technologies, and products in the global health and medical technology sector, today proudly announced the winners of its 9th annual awards program. – The 2025 awards highlight the groundbreaking technologies and companies that are spearheading innovation and exemplifying the best in digital health and medical technology solutions worldwide.

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Honing surgical practice with AI-edited video

Healthcare It News

Enterprise Taxonomy: AI Quality Care Analytics Digital Health Workforce Development Care Data and Information Technology Workforce Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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Democrats urge Republicans to focus on Medicare Advantage upcoding instead of Medicaid cuts

Health Care Dive

Stopping MA insurers from inflating their reimbursement is a better strategy to save federal dollars than restricting benefits or cutting eligibility in Medicaid, the Democrat lawmakers wrote to GOP leadership this week.

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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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Fierce Healthcare

A new study from Phyx Primary Care found that the use of an AI assistant reduced the documentation burdens associated with value-based care.

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Kinetik CEO Sufian Chowdhury on Fighting NEMT Fraud & Waste

HIT Consultant

Sufian Chowdhury, Co-Founder and CEO of Kinetik Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) provides a critical lifeline for millions of Medicaid recipients across the United States, ensuring access to vital medical care. However, this essential service operates within a highly fragmented landscape, often relying on antiquated technology or manual processes, making it susceptible to significant fraud, waste, and abuse a long-standing challenge nationwide.

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How generative AI can drive Latin American healthcare digitization

Healthcare It News

Dr. Alfredo Almerares, clinical executive manager at InterSystems, believes the value generative AI provides in improving patient and clinician experiences will lead to greater digital health technology deployment across Latin America.

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How to build financial resilience in healthcare

Health Care Dive

How leaders can navigate the ever-shifting landscape of healthcare to set their organizations up for success.

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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.