What You Should Know:
- Vivalink, a provider of digital healthcare solutions, is making it easier for nonprofit hospitals to adopt Hospital-at-Home (HaH) programs with the launch of its new HaH Starter Program.
- Vivalink is offering this program at no cost to eligible hospitals in the U.S.
Hospital-at-Home: A Growing Trend in Healthcare
Hospital-at-Home programs allow patients to receive acute care services in the comfort of their own homes, often leading to better
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How AI is Transforming Hospitals: From Administration to Patient Access
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is often hailed as the frontier of technological advancement, and its impact on healthcare is profound. As a relatively young discipline straddling the line between computer science and sophisticated analytics, AI is increasingly becoming integral to hospital operations. But the true question remains: how is AI revolutionizing the way hospitals function? And perhaps more importantly, what does this mean for the future of patient care? To better understand the
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RLDatix Appoints Dan Michelson as New CEO
What You Should Know:
- RLDatix, a global provider of connected healthcare operations software and services, has named Dan Michelson as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective November 1, 2024.
- Michelson, a seasoned healthcare leader with over 30 years of experience, will succeed Jeff Surges, who has led the company through a period of significant growth since 2019. Surges will remain with RLDatix as an advisor and board member.
Michelson Bio/Background
Michelson
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How AI-Powered Ambient Listening Is Transforming Clinical Documentation
Organizational healthcare systems worldwide face a pressing issue: the pervasive burnout experienced by clinicians. From relentless work hours to overwhelming administrative tasks, the myriad pressures of the profession take a toll on their well-being. Among the chief contributing factors to this epidemic is the burden of documentation and paperwork, a relentless demand that drains clinician energy and detracts from patient care. Recent research shows physicians may spend as much as 4.5 hours
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Digital Health Spending to Surge as Purchasers Prioritize Value and Outcomes
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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