Sat.Oct 26, 2024 - Fri.Nov 01, 2024

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Ready to Change Your Pharmacy Strategy? It’s Time for Analytics, Data, and AI

HIT Consultant

Kayt Leonard, Global Health Care Strategic Advisor at SAS When you think about pharmacy, the first thing that comes to mind is data, right? Admittedly, it’s not my first thought either. But for organizations that are chasing after stronger, more integrated strategies to deliver care to patients, a pharmacy data strategy – and pharmacy partnership with analytics platforms – is often the first area of focus to drive change and deliver stronger outcomes.

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Vendor AI Roundup: Enhanced EHR offerings designed to give practices a leg up

Healthcare It News

Each week, more healthcare technology vendors add artificial intelligence enhancements to their products to optimize healthcare practice and provider efficiencies and personalize patient care. To that end, eClinicalWorks announced a series of artificial intelligence enhancements to its electronic health record products, including healow Genie – a fully integrated 24/7/365 contact center system while athenahealth launched Ambient Notes into the athenaOne platform.

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AMA panel changes reporting requirement for remote monitoring, removing barriers for the industry

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The American Medical Association’s (AMA's) CPT Editorial Panel has removed the requirement for a patient to transmit 16 days’ worth of data for providers to bill remote physiologic monito | The American Medical Association's coding panel decided at its September meeting to eliminate the requirement for a provider to collect 16 days' worth of data from a connected device to bill the supply code.

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What Is Influencer Marketing & Is it Safe for Healthcare?

Healthcare Success

Can healthcare organizations leverage influencer marketing to authentically connect with high-value patients and referring doctors, while staying compliant and brand safe? Find out in our latest podcast featuring Danielle Wiley, CEO of Sway Group, a leading influencer marketing agency. Together, we explore how this evolving strategy can and should be integrated into your broader marketing efforts and emphasize the crucial role of authenticity in building trust and fostering connections with your

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How to Start Virtual Care the Right Way: A Proven Roadmap for 2025 and Beyond

Speaker: Dr. Christine Gall, DrPH, MS, BSN, RN

The promise of virtual care is no longer theoretical and is now a critical solution to many of healthcare’s most urgent challenges. Yet many healthcare leaders remain unsure how to build a business case for investment and launching the right program at the right time can be the difference between value and failure. For organizations seeking a financially sound, clinically effective entry point, Virtual Patient Observation (VPO) offers a compelling case to lead with.

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An Overview of Medical Billing and Coding Services

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Medical billing and coding are two aspects of the reimbursement cycle. It involves transcribing a patient’s diagnosis, medical tests, treatments, and clinical documentation into codes like CPT and ICD-10 for claim submission to insurance companies. Various government organizations like the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) govern these processes to ensure smooth operations.

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AI could be a game changer, but healthcare needs to be ‘exceedingly careful’

Health Care Dive

Artificial intelligence tools could help solve workforce challenges. Implementation, however, can be difficult, pushing organizations to consider less risky administrative and back-office tasks first.

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HCBS Waiting Lists Remain ‘An Incomplete Picture Of Need’

Home Health Care

The number of states with waiting lists for people in need of home- and community-based services (HCBS) hasn’t seen much variation between 2016 and 2024, according to a new data analysis from the KFF. In fact, there have been about 700,000 people on waiting lists, or interest lists, in most years since 2016. Total enrollment in waiting lists went up by 2.6% between 2023 and 2024.

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Digital Hypertension Solutions: Medication Management Shows Superior Results, PHTI Report Finds

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – A new independent evaluation from the Peterson Health Technology Institute (PHTI) has found that digital hypertension solutions focused on medication management deliver the most significant improvements in blood pressure control compared to other digital approaches and usual care. – The report highlights the effectiveness of digital solutions that combine connected blood pressure cuffs with virtual care teams to manage medication and dosing.

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Centene beats investor expectations despite Medicaid headwinds

Health Care Dive

Like other payers, Centene flagged a mismatch between patient acuity and payment rates in Medicaid. But the insurer said a diversified portfolio helped it navigate challenges in the third quarter.

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A look at Aetna's new, more transparent health plan, SimplePay Health

Fierce Healthcare

Navigating the healthcare system and understanding benefits are a major pain point for patients, especially as costs continue to rise. | Navigating the healthcare system and understanding benefits are a major pain point for patients, especially as costs continue to rise. With that backdrop, Aetna has rolled out SimplePay Health, a new alternative insurance plan that seeks to add simplicity and transparency to the member experience.

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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 Bayada Plans To Overcome Home Health Care’s Long-Lasting Challenges

Home Health Care

This article is a part of your HHCN+ Membership Home health care has some hardwired challenges. But there are also other challenges that can be overcome, that can be largely erased in the future. Artificial intelligence’s capabilities, for example, are cause for hope. The same goes for value-based care opportunities. Unlocking those opportunities is going to take time, effort and focus.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare – Today and in the Future

HIT Consultant

Bruce Lieberthal, Chief Innovation Officer at Henry Schein Artificial Intelligence (AI) is continuing to gain traction in the realm of healthcare and medicine. According to a study by the American Medical Association , 41 percent of physicians said they are both equally excited, and concerned, about the potential uses of AI in healthcare. As AI capabilities continue to grow, there are a variety of ways AI can be used in a practice.

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Oracle Health to apply for QHIN status under TEFCA data sharing framework

Health Care Dive

The Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement went live in December with five Qualified Health Information Networks, and two more were added early this year.

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UnitedHealth, Amedisys to meet with regulators in hopes of pushing $3.3B merger over finish line: report

Fierce Healthcare

Leaders at UnitedHealth Group and Amedisys are set to meet with the Department of Justice this week in hopes of avoiding a potential attempt to block their $3.3 billion merger deal, according to me | Leaders at UnitedHealth Group and Amedisys are set to meet with the Department of Justice this week in hopes of avoiding a potential attempt to block their $3.3 billion merger deal, according to media reports.

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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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Medicare Advantage In-Home Health Assessments Continue To Raise Questions 

Home Health Care

Medicare Advantage (MA) companies receive higher risk-adjusted payments from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for sicker enrollees. This helps ensure that plans receive sufficient payments to cover increased care costs and that enrollees have access to plans. However, a new report states that taxpayers are footing the bill for billions of dollars in overpayments to these companies every year based on unsupported diagnoses for MA patients.

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How Healthcare IT Teams Can Secure Executive Buy-in for Critical Cybersecurity Investments

HIT Consultant

Dmitry Sotnikov, Chief Product Officer at Cayosoft It’s well known that ransomware is on the rise across industries. Healthcare organizations experienced more ransomware attacks than any other critical infrastructure sector last year, according to the FBI’s 2023 Internet Crime Report. Given the wide-reaching consequences and direct patient impact of such attacks, it’s become clear that investing in cybersecurity is a critical priority.

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Tech companies pitch AI platforms for healthcare, outline plans for responsible rollout

Health Care Dive

Google, Microsoft and GE Healthcare say they’ll power the next wave of AI advancement. But executives are split on how to offer the tools to providers responsibly — and whether all clinicians are equally ready for them.

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Ayble Health, Cleveland Clinic collab to bring virtual behavioral health, nutrition counseling to GI patients

Fierce Healthcare

Cleveland Clinic is collaborating with Ayble Health, a digital health platform focused on chronic gastrointestinal conditions, to support patients in a more holistic way. | Participating individuals can go through Ayble Health's content, co-developed with the Cleveland Clinic, at their own pace and connect with Ayble’s team to help with education or goal setting.

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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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BrightSpring CEO: Home Health, Hospice Acquisitions Offer ‘High Return On Investment’ 

Home Health Care

The newest home-based care face on the public market, BrightSpring Health Services (Nasdaq: BTSG), is making strides. The company announced a successful third quarter during its earnings call Friday. Leaders reported an overall increase in business and raised 2024 revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance. Provider service segment revenue grew across service lines for the Louisville, Kentucky-based company.

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athenahealth Launches AI-Powered Ambient Notes for Ambulatory Practices

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – athenahealth , a prominent provider of network-enabled software for healthcare practices, has announced the limited release of *Ambient Notes*, an AI-driven tool integrated into the athenaOne platform, aiming to streamline clinical note documentation. – By leveraging ambient listening and generative AI, Ambient Notes seeks to reduce administrative burdens, allowing clinicians to focus more on patient care.

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Oracle to launch new AI-backed EHR in 2025

Health Care Dive

“This isn’t a refurbished Cerner EHR,” Seema Verma, executive vice president and general manager of Oracle Health and Life Sciences, said during the company’s health summit.

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HLTH 2024 recap: 5 notable trends spotted by reporters and key takeaways from executives

Fierce Healthcare

Fierce Healthcare reporters returned from Las Vegas on Wednesday after four days packed with meetings, interviews and on-stage conversations all focused on healthcare innovation. | From AI (of course) to PBMs to women's health, here are some topics that got our attention at HLTH 2024.

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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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Better patient engagement, improved patient outcomes

Healthcare It News

Sponsor: Cisco Systems Primary topic: Patient Engagement Topic: Patient Engagement Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Sponsor: Cisco Systems Enterprise Taxonomy: Operations Business Short Headline: Better patient engagement, improved patient outcomes Region Tag: Global Edition Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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Navigating The Mental Health Challenges of an Aging Population

HIT Consultant

Colleen Hanlon, Ph.D. Vice President of Medical Affairs, BrainsWay As the baby boomer generation ages, the “silver tsunami” is contributing to a significant demographic shift. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the population of Americans over age 65 increased by 13 million between 2010 and 2020, marking the fastest growth rate since the late 19th century.

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Pennsylvania attorney general sues Prospect Medical alleging ‘corporate greed’

Health Care Dive

The lawsuit argues Prospect broke the terms of its agreement to purchase Pennsylvania system Crozer Health and seeks to stop the hospital operator from closing more facilities.

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Survey: Employers fear rising health costs could force trade-offs with wages, salaries

Fierce Healthcare

Employers are concerned that rising healthcare costs could force them to rethink salary or wage increases, according to a new study. | Employers are concerned that rising healthcare costs could force them to rethink salary or wage increases, according to a new study.

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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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Enhance patient and clinician wellbeing with “smart” technologies

Healthcare It News

Sponsor: Stryker Primary topic: Patient Engagement Topic: Patient Engagement Resource Central: White Papers External url: [link] Thumbnail: Body: Enterprise Taxonomy: Operations Business Short Headline: Enhance patient and clinician wellbeing with “smart” technologies Region Tag: Global Edition Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre CGM Systems Now Cleared for Use During Imaging Procedures

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Abbott announced that its FreeStyle Libre 2 and 3 continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems have received FDA clearance for use during common imaging procedures, including X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. – The development makes Abbott’s systems the first and only patient-applied CGM sensors approved for use during these screenings, offering greater convenience and potential cost savings for people with diabetes.

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CareTrust REIT to buy 31 nursing homes for $500M

Health Care Dive

The company also said it planned to purchase four more nursing facilities in the Northeast next month for $57 million.

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Biden administration launches pilot to mitigate pediatric cancer drug shortages

Fierce Healthcare

As President Joe Biden prepares to leave office at the end of this year, he is taking final steps to push one of his signature domestic priorities to accelerate the fight against cancer. | As President Joe Biden prepares to leave office at the end of this year, he is taking final steps to push one of his signature domestic priorities to accelerate the fight against cancer.

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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