Healthcare delivery organizations and those working with them that are still in business are either well aware of their duties under HIPAA, work with managed service providers that understand the law well, or…are lucky to have made it this far. Even for organizations that have steered clear of both cyberattacks and regulatory fines, vigilance is essential to maintaining a clean bill of (cybersecurity) health.
With HIPAA guidance and enforcement practices shifting increasingly quickly right
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Jefferson and Lehigh Valley Health Network Announce Merger
What You Should Know:
- Jefferson Health and Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) have signed a non-binding letter of intent to merge into a leading integrated care delivery system.
- The combined entity, dubbed the "Jefferson Enterprise," will boast a national research university, an expanded not-for-profit health plan, and a network of over 700 outpatient sites across eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey.
Increases access to healthcare for urban and rural communities in eastern
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Molina Healthcare Acquires Bright HealthCare’s California Medicare Business for $425M
What You Should Know:
Molina Healthcare (NYSE: MOH) has revised its agreement to acquire Bright HealthCare's California Medicare business, securing a discount of $85M on the initial purchase price. This revised deal, announced on December 13, 2023, reflects a continued commitment to the acquisition while offering Molina potential cost savings and increased value.
The acquisition expands Molina's reach in the lucrative California Medicare market, adding roughly 250,000 members to their
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Patients Crave Conversational Texting, Frustrated by Simplistic Healthcare Communication
What You Should Know:
- A new survey by Artera, a leader in patient communication technology, reveals a stark disconnect between how healthcare providers communicate and what patients actually want.
- The findings, based on responses from over 2,000 patients, paint a picture of frustration and missed opportunities, with simple phone calls and one-dimensional text messages falling short of patient expectations.
Communication Breakdown
- Nearly half (45%) of patients have missed or
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Cox Health to Implement Epic Enterprise EHR, Replacing Cerner
What You Should Know:
- CoxHealth, a healthcare system in southwest Missouri announced it will implement Epic enterprise EHR across its health system, replacing its long-time Cerner EHR system.
- This strategic move signifies a commitment to delivering the highest standard of care while embracing cutting-edge technology to empower both patients and healthcare professionals.
Unifying Workflows, Streamlining Care
The move to Epic wasn't taken lightly. Following an extensive selection
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CoachCare Acquires Verustat to Expand Remote Patient Monitoring Reach
What You Should Know:
- CoachCare, a leading remote patient monitoring (RPM) and virtual health company, has made its fourth acquisition in 12 months, snapping up Nashville-based Verustat for an undisclosed amount.
- This strategic move further strengthens CoachCare's position in the rapidly growing RPM market, projected to reach $175.2 billion by 2027.
Strengthening Focus on Chronic Conditions
Founded in 2020, Verustat brings valuable expertise in primary care and cardiology, areas
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3 Compelling Reasons — Beyond the Law — to Expand Consumer Access to Personal Records
Rules and regulations protecting consumer data often burden businesses, no matter your industry.
Rigorous consumer protections bog down financial institutions, e-commerce companies and educational organizations. These safeguards become even more demanding as consumers and government agencies call for increased transparency and access to personal data.
Healthcare is no exception. Our industry has undergone several iterations of consumer data protection rules — starting in 1996 with
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KAID Health Secures $9M to Drive AI-Driven Healthcare Efficiency
What You Should Know:
- KAID Health, the AI-powered healthcare solutions pioneer, has secured a significant $9 million in funding led by Activate Venture Partners, Martinson Ventures, Boston Millennia Partners, and Brandon Hull, alongside KAID Health's Board of Directors.
- With this new funding, KAID Health plans to expand its reach to more providers and their payer partners and develop new service offerings.
Unlocking the Power of Whole Chart Analysis
KAID Health's flagship
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PCA Rx & Cost Plus Drugs Partner to Transform Drug Pricing Transparency
What You Should Know:
- PCA Rx and Cost Plus Drugs, are joining forces to tackle the longstanding issue of opaque and inflated drug pricing in the US healthcare system.
- This landmark collaboration paves the way for greater transparency, accessibility, and affordability for employers and individuals nationwide.
Prioritizing Drug Pricing Transparency
By prioritizing transparency, this partnership empowers employers and members to make informed choices and fosters a more engaged
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Healthy Data Management: How IT Assists Healthcare Institutions
To obtain test results today, there's no need to visit the hospital. Simply open a mobile app and download the report to your smartphone. Doctors remotely manage patient data without being tied to a specific medical facility. They also handle large volumes of data effortlessly within their hospitals. This became possible thanks to electronic health records, telemedicine, and cloud solutions. However, along with advancements, challenges in digital healthcare are increasing. Let's discuss how to
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