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Healthcare was most breached sector in 2024: report

Health Care Dive

Last year, the healthcare industry accounted for 23% of data breaches handled by financial and risk advisory firm Kroll, compared with 18% in 2023.

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Texting the CEO proves wildly popular at Banner Health

Healthcare It News

Patients have valuable feedback on their experience during their hospital stays and clinic visits. Waiting for the patient to be discharged or leave the facility, then to provide feedback after the fact, represents a common lost opportunity for follow-up and a better, more responsive care journey for that patient. Despite a high level of digital adoption, including EMRAM 7 and regular digital transformation initiatives, Banner Health's patient feedback process remained manual.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

The demand for weight loss drugs is not slowing down, and many organizations voiced concerns there will likely be semaglutide shortages in the future that will impact patients' access to weight loss medications.

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Home-Based Care Providers Vulnerable to HIPAA Compliance Issues

Home Health Care

Untimely access to health information, data breaches and just being completely unprepared can leave home-based care companies vulnerable to HIPAA compliance failures, operational efficiencies and hefty legal consequences. One of the big questions surrounding HIPAA is if it applies to providers in the home-based care space, specifically personal care agencies.

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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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FTC case against Caremark, Express Scripts, Optum Rx can move forward, judge rules

Health Care Dive

A Missouri district court judge on Tuesday said stopping the FTC’s suit against the Big Three PBMs would be “against the public’s interest.

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2025: AI enhances personalized care; caregiver experience in the spotlight

Healthcare It News

Valerie Reich, vice president of healthcare strategy at Hero Digital, a customer engagement and process optimization firm, believes three primary changes will occur in the healthcare industry this year. First, AI, thus far known in healthcare for creating efficiencies, will begin to play a big role in accelerating medical advancements and enhancing personalized care – without adding any burden to those providing the healthcare.

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Beterra Client Leadership Series: Dr. Jessica Gilmore, PharmD, MPH

Beterra

Advancing Quality and Safety in Rural Healthcare: A Leader’s Journey In the evolving healthcare landscape, leaders like Dr. Jessica Gilmore are not just keeping pace with changethey are driving it. As a force for patient-centered care at Hannibal Regional Health System (HRHS). Jessicas unwavering commitment to excellence has set new standards for quality and safety in rural healthcare.

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Hospitals are more packed post-pandemic

Health Care Dive

Hospital occupancy rates were higher in 2024 than 2019. If occupancy rates trend up, the nation could face a bed shortage by 2032, according to researchers.

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Asan Medical Center streamlines international patient service with AI

Healthcare It News

Asan Medical Center has launched an AI-powered integrated service platform for its international patients. HOW IT WORKS According to a media release, the newly launched web-based platform of AMC International Healthcare Center allows patients to register, share their medical records, book a pre-consultation, and receive remote treatment. "Any foreign patient can easily upload a description of their symptoms, photos or videos of the affected area, opinions from the medical team at their loca

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Congress and state leaders must resist short-term cost-cutting measures that cause long-term harm, create cycles of poverty and dismantle the middle class.

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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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California’s H5N1 Emergency Declaration Highlights Need for an Urgent National Response to Avian Flu

HIT Consultant

Shaun Holt, CEO of Alveo Technologies The H5N1 virus is spreading so rapidly among cattle in California that Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency. Sick cattle not only produce less milk, but their milk is also infected with the virus, so it cannot be sold. The US Federal government will only partially reimburse dairy producers for the losses they incur when infected cattle are removed from the herd.

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Medicaid cuts could worsen home care worker shortage: KFF

Health Care Dive

States have increased provider payment rates to address workforce shortages, but they may have to cut back if spending cuts hit Medicaid, according to the health policy researcher.

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Former NAHC CEO Joins New Day Healthcare Board, Company Expands Texas Footprint

Home Health Care

New Day Healthcare recently announced two major developments at the company. Bill Dombi, former president and CEO of the National Association for Home Care & Hospice, has joined the companys Board of Advisors. New Day also recently acquired Houston-based home health provider Christian Senior Care Services. Founded in 2020, New Day has roughly 31 locations across Texas, Missouri, Kansas and Illinois.

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Fierce Healthcare

The Department of Justice is probing UnitedHealth Group's billing practices in Medicare Advantage, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal.

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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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How AI Is Reshaping Healthcare for Patients & Providers

HIT Consultant

Richard Schwabacher, SVP of Healthcare Product at Inmar Intelligence Imagine refilling a prescription, getting real-time health advice, and managing chronic conditions all with the help of AI. The future of healthcare is here, and its powered by artificial intelligence. As AI technology becomes more integrated into healthcare, hospitals and pharmacies are exploring new ways to improve patient outcomes, optimize operations, and ease administrative burdens.

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Humana plans to add 30 more primary care centers this year

Health Care Dive

The new centers are being built or acquired in 11 of the 15 states where Humana’s primary care network already has a presence.

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Part Payer, Part Provider: VNS Health Embraces The Future

Home Health Care

As one of the biggest home-based care organizations in New York, VNS Health is leaning into its size and capabilities. Our real challenge is, how do we leverage the large number of programs and services we already offer to ensure a seamless journey through the most difficult times in a person’s life, VNS Health CEO and President Dan Savitt told Home Health Care News.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

The AI agents have access to a 360-degree view of patient information drawn from unified clinical and claims data and can handle tasks such as scheduling, follow-ups and care coordination.

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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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The Future of Regulatory Compliance Lies in AI-Powered Tech

HIT Consultant

Shubh Sinha, CEO of Integral When Andreessen Horowitz, a tech-focused venture capital firm, released its Big Ideas in Tech list for 2025, one standout idea had broad implications for companies and consumers: applying artificial intelligence (AI) to regulatory compliance. On the surface, regulatory compliance isnt the sexiest AI application one might find in a list of tech predictions for 2025, especially in a year when nearly every prediction touches on AI.

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MultiPlan rebrands as Claritev amid alleged price-fixing lawsuits

Health Care Dive

The company has faced a spate of lawsuits, including recent litigation by the American Medical Assocation that claimed it colluded with insurers to underpay providers for out-of-network care.

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Toward a healthcare approach that's proactive and digital-first

Healthcare It News

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

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

UnitedHealth Group is rolling out a voluntary separation package to its employees. Estimates say approximately 30,000 employees are eligible for the buyout plan.

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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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Solving the Physician Shortage: A Sustainable Long-Term Solution

HIT Consultant

Adam Amitai, CEO and co-founder of Lavaa Health The United States is currently grappling with a significant issue in the healthcare sector: a severe shortage of physicians. According to McKinsey & Company, by the end of 2024, the country faced a deficit of as many as 64,000 physicians. Current projections suggest that this shortfall could grow to 86,000 by 2036.

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AI-enabled DICOM data migration: Laying the foundation

Health Care Dive

Seamless DICOM migration starts with smart prep. Learn how!

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Trends in State Strategies to Improve the Behavioral Health Workforce

NASHP

State behavioral health system reforms are facing many longstanding challenges. Among the most notable are chronic shortages and maldistribution of behavioral health providers. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a significant increase in the demand for mental health services, intensifying the strain on an already under resourced system.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

Staffing difficulties and population growth will cut down the number of open acute care hospital beds over the next decade should hospitalization rates and other trends remain unchanged, new projections show.

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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.

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Cleveland Clinic to Deploy Ambience’s AI-Powered CDI Platform Across Ambulatory Practices

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Cleveland Clinic announced the rollout of Ambience’s AI-powered platform for clinical documentation, CDI, and point-of-care coding across its ambulatory practices in the United States. – Starting later this month, Cleveland Clinic clinicians will have access to AI documentation software that automatically generates comprehensive medical notes from patient encounters.

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Orlando Health to close derelict Florida hospital, citing ‘years of neglect’ under Steward

Health Care Dive

Orlando Health, which bought Rockledge Hospital out of bankruptcy from Steward Health Care in October, said repairing the once bat-infested facility would be too costly.

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New Day CEO: Political Uncertainty Underscores Need For Home Care Adaptability, Innovation

Home Health Care

This article is a part of your HHCN+ Membership New Day Healthcare has been making some big moves. The Fairview, Texas-based company this week announced that Bill Dombi, former CEO of the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC), has joined its Board of Advisors. And New Day also recently announced an acquisition that expands its portfolio in Texas.

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Fierce Healthcare - Untitled Article

Fierce Healthcare

CVS Health's MinuteClinic and Georgia-based Emory Healthcare are expanding their partnership to provide in-network primary care services at the retail clinics.

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How To Empower Your Workforce With Modern Fertility Benefits

Speaker: Andrea Wuchiski

In an era where a workforce spans multiple generations, HR managers and Total Rewards leaders face the unique challenge of designing benefits packages that cater to diverse employee needs. This session will delve into how comprehensive fertility benefits can bridge generational gaps, support employees’ health, and enhance workplace satisfaction. Join us for an insightful session that highlights the strategic importance of fertility benefits in today’s competitive job market.