The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) introduced the MIPS Value Pathways (MVPs) as part of its ongoing revisions to the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) program, which was established in 2017 to encourage ongoing and consistent quality, efficiency, and improvement in medical practices. The MVP framework was designed to ease the burden imposed on clinicians and their administrators who participate in the MIPS program. Traditionally, MIPS scores have been calculated based
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HealthTap Lawsuit Alleged VC Manipulation in Startup Valuations
What You Should Know:
- Shareholders of HealthTap, Inc., a once-promising telehealth company, have filed a lawsuit against Mohr Davidow Ventures (MDV) and its affiliates, alleging breaches of fiduciary duty and a scheme to dilute minority shareholders and take over the company at a significantly depressed valuation.
- The lawsuit claims that MDV, as the controlling shareholder of HealthTap, orchestrated a series of actions that intentionally drove down the company's value, creating
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Bridging Healthcare Disparities in Limb Loss Through Data-Driven Strategies
Limb loss and limb difference impact millions of people globally, with over 2.3 million individuals in the United States alone who are affected, a number expected to rise to 3.6 million by 2050. This rise in prevalence presents significant healthcare and economic challenges, necessitating innovative, data-driven solutions to improve patient care, quality of life (QOL) and healthcare equity.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has taken a leading role in addressing these challenges
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KLAS Report Reveals Biggest Challenges to Achieving Enterprise Clinical Communications
What You Should Know:
- A new KLAS report examines the adoption and performance of clinical communication solutions in acute care settings, highlighting vendor strengths and areas for improvement.
- The KLAS report, “Clinical Communications 2024 Which Vendors Best Support Solution Adoption Enterprise-Wide?” emphasizes the importance of solution breadth, ease of deployment, and ongoing vendor support in driving enterprise-wide adoption.
PerfectServe Leads in Module
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UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson Fatally Shot in Manhattan
What You Should Know:
- Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was tragically shot and killed in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred outside the New York Hilton Hotel where Thompson was scheduled to attend the annual UnitedHealth Group investor conference.
- Brian Thompson, 50, was named CEO of UnitedHealthcare in April 2021.
Details of the Incident
According to law enforcement sources, Thompson was approaching the hotel when a gunman
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AI Tops ECRI’s Top 10 Health Technology Hazards for 2025
What You Should Know:
- ECRI, a non-profit organization focused on healthcare safety, has released its annual Top 10 Health Technology Hazards report for 2025.
- This year, the report highlights the potential risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, emphasizing the need for careful assessment and management of AI-enabled technologies to ensure patient safety.
AI: A Double-Edged Sword in Healthcare
While AI offers tremendous promise for improving
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Google Launches Health AI Developer Foundations (HAI-DEF) to Accelerate Healthcare AI Development
What You Should Know:
- Google has introduced Health AI Developer Foundations (HAI-DEF), a public resource designed to empower developers in building and implementing AI models for healthcare more efficiently.
- The initiative aims to democratize AI development in the healthcare sector, fostering innovation and improving patient care.
Addressing Challenges in Healthcare AI Development
Developing AI for healthcare presents unique challenges:
Data Requirements: Large,
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Report: Gen Z Leaving Healthcare in Droves Due to Toxic Culture
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- A new report from Soliant Health reveals a concerning trend: healthcare professionals across all age groups are leaving the industry due to job stress, poor work-life balance, and unhealthy workplace cultures.
- Surprisingly, Gen Z (ages 18-27) is leading the exodus, with over 22% planning to leave their healthcare jobs within the next 1-3 years.
Generational Differences in Departure Drivers
While all generations struggle with workplace challenges,
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AdventHealth Tops Gartner’s Healthcare Supply Chain Ranking for 2024
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- Gartner has released its 16th annual Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25 ranking, and AdventHealth has claimed the top spot for the first time.
- The prestigious ranking recognizes US health systems demonstrating leadership in supply chain management amidst a challenging environment.
Navigating Disruption and Prioritizing Risk Management
This year's ranking highlights the resilience of healthcare supply chains in the face of ongoing disruptions, including
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Primary Care Provider Forward Closes Its Doors
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- Forward, a technology-driven preventive primary care provider, has announced the immediate closure of all its locations and the shutdown of its mobile app.
- The sudden announcement leaves members scrambling to find new providers and access their medical records.
Immediate Cessation of Services
Effective immediately, Forward has ceased all operations, including:
Employee Layoffs: All 200 Forward employees will be laid off. Closure of
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