What You Should Know:
- A new survey by the Peterson Health Technology Institute (PHTI) reveals that health plans, employers, and health systems are poised to increase their investment in digital health solutions in the coming year.
- The 2024 State of Digital Health Purchasing survey provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of digital health adoption, highlighting key trends in spending, contracting, and future priorities.
Sustained Growth in Digital Health
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High Stakes of Digital Transformation in Healthcare: Why Build vs. Buy Matters
There has never been more pressure for health systems to invest in digital transformation, especially when it comes to strengthening the consumer experience, according to a recent Deloitte survey. Key findings from the research suggest that existing digital offerings available through health systems are not adequately meeting consumers’ needs.
For instance, Deloitte found that while health systems do a good job of meeting consumers’ access and care needs “within the walls,” their
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GE HealthCare Launches Versana Premier AI Ultrasound System
What You Should Know:
- GE HealthCare has announced the launch of Versana Premier™, the latest addition to its Versana ultrasound family. This new system offers advanced imaging capabilities, AI-powered tools, and streamlined workflows to enhance productivity and improve patient care across various clinical specialties.
- With its automated tools and streamlined workflows, Versana Premier can significantly improve efficiency for clinicians. Studies have shown that the Whizz clinical
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XiFin RPM Achieves HITRUST r2 Certification for Enhanced Information Security
What You Should Know:
- XiFin, Inc., a healthcare information technology solutions provider, has announced that its revenue cycle management (RCM) solution, XiFin RPM, has once again earned the HITRUST r2 Certification.
- The HITRUST r2 Certification is widely recognized as the most rigorous standard for information security in the healthcare industry. It validates that XiFin RPM meets stringent requirements for safeguarding sensitive patient data and maintaining compliance with
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6 Reasons to Study A Mental Health Post-Grad Degree
So, you’re looking for a post-grad degree to continue your further education and keep your brain working - good for you! There are plenty of post-grad topics to study in the world, but we’re big advocators for mental health degrees for people who want to help improve the lives of others.
Mental health professionals are more important now than ever before, helping to improve the psychological, emotional, and social aspects of others’ lives. It’s one of the most rewarding degree options
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Fullscript Acquires Rupa Health to Expand Whole Person Care Platform
What You Should Know:
- Fullscript, a leading healthcare platform for whole person care, today announced the acquisition of Rupa Health, a company that helps practitioners order, track and manage more than 3,000 laboratory tests in a single interface.
- By combining Rupa Health’s best-in-class lab and educational platform with Fullscript’s whole person care platform, Fullscript will be able to quickly scale and expand its comprehensive platform for whole person care. The terms of the
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4 in 5 Surgeons Believe AI Can Bridge The Rural Surgical Gap
What You Should Know:
- A recent survey of 1,000 U.S. surgeons reveals a strong belief in the power of digital health to reduce disparities in access to surgical expertise, particularly in under-resourced communities.
- The State of Surgery survey, commissioned by Medtronic, highlights the potential of live streaming, artificial intelligence (AI), and virtual reality (VR) to transform surgical care and improve healthcare equity.
Bridging the Gap in Surgical Access
The
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Weave Launches AI-Powered Call Intelligence to Transform Healthcare Practices
What You Should Know:
- Weave, an all-in-one customer experience platform for healthcare, has introduced an AI-powered Call Intelligence product.
- The innovative technology revolutionizes how healthcare practices analyze and utilize call data, enabling them to enhance patient experiences, optimize operational efficiency, and uncover new revenue opportunities.
Unlocking the Power of Call Data
Weave's Call Intelligence leverages a custom generative AI model to provide
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Healthcare Cybersecurity: Combating Complexity with Advanced Analytics
Almost weekly, we see headlines about cyber incidents disrupting patient care, compromising patient privacy, or both. The growing interconnectedness of the healthcare ecosystem, combined with heavy reliance on third-party providers, is amplifying the impact of these incidents. This interconnectedness is not only expanding the attack surface but also increasing vulnerabilities across the entire sector, as seen in recent high-profile attacks on UnitedHealth Group's Change Healthcare and Ascension.
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Konica Minolta, Clearpath Partner to Streamline Medical Record Sharing
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Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas, Inc. has partnered with Clearpath Technologies to integrate Clearpath’s automated platform for securely sharing medical records and images from the Exa® Platform. This collaboration reinforces Konica Minolta's vision for Exa as a fully integrated enterprise imaging solution that connects patients and providers across the continuum of care. Key benefits of this partnership include:
- Instant Record Access: Medical imaging records are
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