Surprise medical bills can be a major headache for anyone, but they can be annoyingly common for those with high-deductible health insurance plans (HDHPs). In fact, half of patients with an HDHP state they have received a surprise medical bill, even though they have insurance coverage.
High-deductible plans typically feature lower monthly premiums but higher out-of-pocket expenses. However, these plans can leave patients on the hook for unexpected medical costs that they may not be able to
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How Technology Is Transforming Medical Marijuana Access
Medical marijuana has been used for many years to help patients who may suffer from pain and other ailments. While still controversial in some states and countries, medical marijuana and over the counter products like mood gummies do have their benefits for those who use them.. Unfortunately according to the CDC, 52.5 million people used it illegally in the USA in 2021. According to Pew Research, nine out of 10 people said it should be legalized for medical and recreational use across all of
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CVS Health Appoints David Joyner as New CEO
What You Should Know:
- CVS Health has announced the appointment of David Joyner as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective October 17, 2024.
- Joyner succeeds Karen Lynch, who has stepped down from her position. This leadership transition comes as CVS Health also released preliminary financial results for the third quarter of 2024.
New Leadership at CVS Health
David Joyner brings extensive experience in healthcare and pharmacy benefit management to his
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identifeye HEALTH Launches AI-Powered Retinal Imaging System
What You Should Know:
- identifeye HEALTH, a medical diagnostics company pioneering AI and automation in healthcare, has launched the identifeye System, an AI-powered retinal imaging camera designed to improve access to vision care.
- identifeye System aims to integrate retinal imaging into routine healthcare settings, enabling early detection and management of various health conditions.
Expanding Access to Vision Care & Addressing Diabetic Retinopathy
Traditional eye
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Artera Unveils Two New AI Patient Engagement Copilots
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.
AI Co-Pilots for Enhanced Efficiency
Artera introduced two new AI-powered co-pilot
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33% of Patients Delay Diagnostic Tests, 78% Fear Blood Drawn, Survey Reveals
What You Should Know:
- A recent survey by Tasso, Inc., a provider of patient-centric blood collection solutions reveals 33% of patients delay or avoid diagnostic blood tests, with the top reasons being inconvenient testing locations and discomfort during blood collection.
- The survey, Patient Preferences, Perceptions, and the Evolving Challenges of Ensuring Patient Compliance With Diagnostic Healthcare Testing, which polled over 600 adults in the U.S., highlights significant
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Google Cloud Report: How Generative AI Can Tackle Administrative Burdens
What You Should Know:
- A new research report from Google Cloud sheds light on the significant administrative burden faced by healthcare professionals and the potential for generative AI (gen AI) to alleviate these challenges.
- The report, "Measuring the administrative burden on U.S. healthcare workers—and how generative AI can help," reveals that clinicians spend a substantial amount of time on administrative tasks, contributing to burnout, staff shortages, and reduced time
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Bluesight Acquires Sectyr to Enhance 340B Compliance and Audit Capabilities
What You Should Know:
- Bluesight, a provider of Medication Intelligence™ solutions for healthcare organizations, has acquired Sectyr, a top-tier compliance and audit management platform. Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed.
- The strategic acquisition expands Bluesight's offerings to include robust 340B audit and compliance tools, addressing the growing needs of its customers in navigating the complexities of the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
Sectyr:
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Google Research Expands AI-Powered Diabetic Retinopathy Screening to India and Thailand
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.
The Growing Threat of Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetes is a global health concern, with an estimated 537 million adults living
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Pip Care Raises $5M for Personalized Surgical Journey Platform
What You Should Know:
- Pip Care, a company revolutionizing the surgical experience for patients and care teams, has successfully raised $5 million in Series A funding led by A1 Health Ventures with participation from UPMC Enterprises.
- Pip Care is the first company to emerge from a collaboration between Redesign Health, a global healthcare venture builder, and UPMC Enterprises, the innovation arm of UPMC.
Optimizing the Surgical Journey with Technology and Human Touch
Pip
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