Solving this problem will require a multi-pronged approach that includes recruitment, technology, and help from lawmakers.

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When it comes to consumer – and patient – preferences for payment options, security and speed reign supreme. 

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Abarca executives see plenty of potential for new technologies but note the need to strike the right balance between tech and human intervention.

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The TSX Venture Exchange has a strong history of helping early-stage health and life sciences companies raise patient capital for research and development.

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Investing in youth brain capital is not just a moral imperative. It is an economic necessity.

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This eBook, in collaboration with Care Logistics, details how hospitals and health systems can facilitate more effective decision making via elevated awareness. With the right tools in place, organizations can expedite strategic achievement across every area of the system.

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In a discussion led by Aneesh Chopra, president of CareJourney, health tech organizations and providers discussed the protected health information (PHI) consent gaps and complex workflows impeding interoperability, and how companies such as Docusign are addressing them.

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The Drug Enforcement Agency’s decision to reclassify cannabis to a Schedule III drug could mark the first step in a long process to establish a new normal for medical cannabis care.

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With hospitals struggling to retain staff and value-based care shrinking healthcare revenues, health systems must look to technology resources to become more efficient, without losing sight of patient care or staff support.

The post What’s Keeping Healthcare CIOs Up at Night: How Health Systems Automate Routine Phone Calls to Improve Workforce Effectiveness and Reduce Agent Burnout appeared first on MedCity News.

We must look both “upstream” – at advocating for change on an institutional level – and “downstream” – at what we can do as individuals to help women secure the care they need.

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The challenge? Maintaining high Star Ratings or improving upon existing ratings gets increasingly difficult over time.

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Former U.S. CTO Aneesh Chopra will moderate a webinar on April 16 at 1pm ET on eConsent and interoperability with DocuSign, Velatura, Mid-State Health Network and Southwest Michigan Behavioral Health.

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Prioritizing integration and accessibility is not just good practice, it’s a moral and strategic imperative.

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As the healthcare evolves toward service-based models, providers increasingly look to balance service delivery demands while keeping their core medical values without yielding to an overburdened system’s pressures.

The post A Guide for Specialty Practices Navigating a Future of Healthcare that Does Good and Feels Good appeared first on MedCity News.

In a webinar on April 16 at 1pm ET, Aneesh Chopra will moderate a discussion with executives from DocuSign, Velatura, and behavioral health providers on eConsent, health information exchange and compliance with the CMS Final Rule on interoperability.

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Interest in using GLP-1 drugs to reduce obesity combined with a desire by physicians to become less dependent on insurance-based reimbursement after the recent Change Healthcare cyberattack is building.

The post How to Help Physicians Generate More Revenue and Make Their Patients Healthier appeared first on MedCity News.

Autism and intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) care provides a unique opportunity for our healthcare system and our education system to function together.

The post Behavioral Healthcare in the Classroom – Understanding How Autism Care Operates Between Systems appeared first on MedCity News.

Collaboration across key stakeholders, including home health agencies, providers, patients, health plans, and post-acute care solution providers will be critical to fully enabling the home as a preferred place of care.

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At the MedCity INVEST conference, scheduled for May 21-22 at the Ritz Carlton in Chicago, health benefits in the context of value-based care will be one of several topics of discussion at the boutique healthcare investment event. Register today!

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Do you advise self-insured employers? The 2023 Benefit Consultant Sentiment INDEX offered robust insights and cast a spotlight on the evolving roles of employers as they navigate the changing healthcare landscape. Your insights offer leading, innovative points of view that can guide employers and peers. Join us for this year’s survey!

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In a webinar last week, BuildMyHealth CEO and Co-founder Dr. Jonathan Kaplan shared how physician practices not only can access the weight loss drug by working with compounding pharmacies, but also use BuildMyHealth to provide this drug to their own patients who are suitable candidates for the drug.

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By eliminating the term “obesity” in favor of person-centric language, we pave the way for a more equitable healthcare system that prioritizes the well-being of all individuals, regardless of their size or shape.

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Wellness-oriented consumers are seeking products and practices backed not only by promises but by scientific credibility.

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Mari Savickis, Vice President of Public Policy with CHIME, will be moderating a panel discussion as part of the Cybersecurity Pavilion at the ViVE 2024  event in Los Angeles, scheduled for February 25-28. She said her organization anticipates several developments addressing cybersecurity this year.

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Primary care is essential to living healthier lives, and we need all forms of it, from small local practices to big health systems and retail chains. Ultimately, it’s going to be all primary care hands on deck, working together to make a lasting change for the health of Americans.

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The webinar, scheduled for March 6 at 2pm ET and sponsored by Build My Health, will discuss several topics related to weight management including: an overview of GLP-1 weight loss medication, automation in a subscription-based weight management program, and the rise of provider-to-consumer (PTC) models.

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Chronic pain, an enduring concern for many older adults, is no longer confined to the traditional realm of pharmaceuticals. While traditional pain management methods like medication were once the go-to approach, alternative therapies are emerging as a viable and holistic approach to addressing this issue.

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Exceptional awareness levels help hospitals improve operational efficiency and can also help health systems increase capacity, improve access to care, achieve higher profitability and improve margins.

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While the urgency to fill positions might tempt senior care centers to prioritize quantity over quality, this approach risks exacerbating the existing challenges. It is crucial to acknowledge that the senior care industry demands a level of expertise and empathy that goes beyond mere technical competence.

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Effective communication in senior care is necessary for important interactions that happen within this complex healthcare environment. It’s not just about exchanging words; it’s about creating a nurturing, compassionate, and supportive environment for residents and the loved ones who visit them.

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