What You Should Know:
- A new report by Philips, the Future Health Index 2024, paints a concerning picture of the healthcare industry struggling with significant staffing shortages.
- The report, based on a survey of 3,000 healthcare leaders across 14 countries, reveals how this crisis is impacting both staff and patients.
Burnout and Backlogs: The Human Cost of Staff Shortages
The report reveals a concerning trend - nearly two-thirds (66%) of healthcare leaders report
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Color and Carrum Health Partner for End-to-End Cancer Care
What You Should Know:
- Color Health, a leader in comprehensive cancer care, and Carrum Health, known for their value-based cancer treatment programs form a startegic partnership to offer employers an end-to-end cancer program.
- By providing a seamless, cost-effective, and patient-centric experience, the end-to-end cancer program empowers employers to combat rising cancer rates and improve the overall health and well-being of their workforce.
The Deadly Reality of
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What Will It Take to Achieve Value From Digitally Enabled Diabetes Care?
A report from the Peterson Health Technology Institute (PHTI) found that many digital diabetes management platforms aren’t providing meaningful ROI for patients or the health system as a whole. Users of common technologies only see small, incremental clinical benefits, such as 0.23%–0.60% point reduction in HbA1c when compared to traditional care. Meanwhile, some health plans and employers are actually seeing an increase in overall costs as spending on these platforms can often
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5 Trends to Combat Staff Shortages & Boost Healthcare Efficiency
The challenge of staff shortages in healthcare continues to remain persistent in the United States. To help mitigate what could be a long-term challenge, according to an article in TIME, institutions are staffing facilities with temporary health professionals due to rising turnover, fluctuations in demand, and evolving appreciation for work-life balance. Fortunately, in this dynamic healthcare landscape, some technologies continue to evolve, offering solutions to help address these ongoing staff
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Millie Maternity Clinic Delivers Promising Outcomes with Midwifery-Led, Tech-Enabled Model
What You Should Know:
- Millie, a modern maternity clinic, revealed promising maternal health outcomes from the first cohort of more than 150 births from its hybrid model that combines midwifery-led care, doulas, and OB-GYN support
Millie’s unique hybrid model, combining midwifery-led care, doula support, and OB-GYN collaboration, is showing significant improvements in maternal and newborn health, while also offering a cost-effective and accessible solution for expectant
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HHAeXchange Acquires Cashé to Strengthen Homecare Operations
What You Should Know:
- HHAeXchange, a provider of homecare management solutions, announced its acquisition of Cashé Software, a Minnesota-based leader in homecare operations and billing software.
- The strategic acquisition unites two industry heavyweights, creating a powerhouse equipped to serve the ever-growing homecare market. Since 2004, Cashé has been a trusted partner for over 400 homecare agencies in Minnesota.
The Booming Homecare Industry: A Need for
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US Hospitals Make Strides in Interoperability, But Challenges Remain for Physicians: ONC Report
What You Should Know:
- A new Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC) brief explores advancements in electronic health record (EHR) interoperability across US hospitals and physicians, highlighting both progress and areas for continued focus.
- The ONC has tracked progress in healthcare data exchange since 2014. The data shows a substantial increase in hospitals' ability to electronically find, send, receive, and integrate patient health information. In 2023, 70% of
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3 Ways AI Can Reduce Relapse Rates in Behavioral Health
What You Should Know:
- Relapse rates in behavioral health treatment are a persistent hurdle. Up to 80% of people with substance use disorders will relapse at some point, causing discouragement for both patients and providers. However, a new weapon is emerging in the fight for sustained recovery: Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Early Intervention: Catching Relapse Before it Starts
Videra Health, an AI-powered mental health assessment platform, highlights how AI can play a crucial
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Riverside University Health System to Build $580M Behavioral Health Campus
What You Should Know:
- Riverside University Health System (RUHS) and PMB broke ground on an unprecedented project, The Wellness Village in Mead Valley, that will transform healthcare by integrating behavioral health treatment with medical care and social services.
- Slated for completion in 2026, The Wellness Village will serve as a beacon of hope for those seeking treatment. PMB, a leader in healthcare real estate development, is proud to champion this public-private partnership.
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Parachute Health Launches Integrated Solution of DME Ordering with Prior Authorization
What You Should Know:
- Parachute Health, a platform for DME (Durable Medical Equipment) and HME (Home Medical Equipment) ordering, has announced a groundbreaking partnership to revolutionize the DME ordering process.
- The strategic collaboration aims to streamline ePrescribing, eliminate prior authorization burdens, and ultimately reduce costs for everyone involved.
Prior Authorization Headaches a Thing of the Past
The traditional DME ordering process is notorious for
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