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- Klarity Health, an innovator that empowers independent providers to take control of their practices, today announced the launch of Kiwi Health, an all-in-one marketing and communications SaaS tool that lets independent healthcare providers and small practices connect with patients at every touchpoint, from online search discovery to after-care engagement.
- Study suggests the U.S. healthcare system is projected to face a shortfall of up to 86,000 doctors by
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Roper Technologies to Acquire CentralReach for $1.65B
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- Roper Technologies has announced a definitive agreement to acquire CentralReach, a provider of autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) care software for applied behavior analysis (ABA), multidisciplinary therapy, and special education for $1.65B, which includes a $200M tax benefit resulting from the transaction.
- The acquisition will see Roper Technologies take ownership from global software investor Insight Partners. Roper anticipates
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Mount Sinai Launches NYC’s First Center for AI in Children’s Health
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- The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has unveiled the Center for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Children’s Health, an initiative that marks New York City’s first dedicated center focused on leveraging AI to transform pediatric healthcare.
- The new center aims to transform children's health outcomes through the development of AI-powered solutions for enhanced diagnostics, personalized treatments, and optimized care delivery for youth and
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5 Ways AI Is Innovating Preventative Care
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been making headlines in all industries. Its rapid implementation and improvement are at the forefront of everyone’s thoughts, and the healthcare industry is no exception. AI’s ability to quickly analyze patient data has many beneficial applications, including preventative care.
Preventative care is one of the most important healthcare sectors, as it literally saves lives by reversing or deterring preventable conditions, symptoms, and diseases, including
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1 in 7 Americans Now Live in a Pharmacy Desert, GoodRx Reveals
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A silent crisis is unfolding across the United States, as pharmacy deserts proliferate, leaving millions of Americans without convenient access to essential medications and vital healthcare services, according to new data from GoodRx.
- The expanding problem is not merely an inconvenience; it represents a significant threat to public health, exacerbating existing health disparities and straining an already burdened healthcare system.
Defining Pharmacy
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How to Balance AI and Human Expertise in the Middle Revenue Cycle
While artificial intelligence (AI) can automate many functions within the middle revenue cycle, there remains a need for human expertise to manage complex, nuanced decisions to ensure high accuracy and proper context. Ultimately, AI should complement – not replace – humans to drive greater efficiency without compromising quality.
In revenue cycle management (RCM), the middle cycle refers to the phase between the front end, which is patient access and care delivery, and the back end,
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Forcura and Medalogix Merge to Transform Post-Acute Care
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- Forcura, an intelligent workflow management company, and Medalogix, a clinical decision support company, have announced their merger, creating a powerful new post-acute care technology platform.
- The strategic combination aims to enhance patient care and streamline operations for home-based care providers and across the broader healthcare continuum. The merger will be backed by Berkshire Partners, which will become the majority owner, and The Vistria Group,
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Linus Health Launches AI-Powered Remote Assessment to Combat Undetected Cognitive Impairment
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- Linus Health has introduced Anywhere for Health Systems™, an innovative, FDA-listed, AI-enhanced cognitive assessment designed to address the critical issue of undetected mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a precursor to dementia.
- The new solution empowers health systems to conduct accurate and efficient cognitive evaluations remotely, significantly improving early detection rates and streamlining patient care.
Delivering Clinical-Grade Cognitive
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DispatchHealth and Medically Home Merge to Create Largest Advanced At-Home Care Provider
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- DispatchHealth and Medically Home have announced a definitive agreement to merge, forming the nation's most comprehensive provider of advanced medical care within the comfort of patients' homes.
- Upon the deal's completion, Medically Home will become a part of DispatchHealth, significantly expanding the reach of at-home healthcare services.
Merger Impact
This strategic merger positions the combined entity to deliver a full spectrum of care,
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VA’s EHR Modernization Faces Turbulence Amid Contract Cancellations and Deployment Acceleration
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- The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is navigating a complex landscape as it seeks to accelerate the rollout of its new Electronic Health Record (EHR) system from Oracle Cerner, while simultaneously cutting ties with numerous support contractors, Federal News Network first reports.
- The VA's recent mass cancellation of contracts, including those with at least six service-disabled, veteran-owned small businesses supporting the EHR modernization, has
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