Cybersecurity authorities issue a warning about a state-sponsored group known as Volt Typhoon, linked to the People’s Republic of China, using hidden network administration tools. While not an immediate threat to U.S. healthcare, the…
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Healthcare Information Technology (IT) can be a complex and expensive undertaking, but it can also be a valuable tool for improving patient care and outcomes. However, if not implemented correctly, health IT can also…
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have announced a new funding opportunity to support the development of an outbreak response network. The network will use data analytics and disease forecasting to improve…
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The 340 B Drug Pricing Program helps safety-net hospitals stretch their limited resources by providing them with discounted prices on prescription drugs. This allows hospitals to provide essential drugs and services to low-income patients,…
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Atrium Health’s RPM program uses a care experience platform to provide virtual care for patients who have undergone coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). The program has been successful in reducing mortality rates and readmissions….
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The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have released an updated guide to help critical infrastructure organizations prevent and respond to ransomware attacks. The guide includes best…
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In 2022, Small Hospitals drove demand for EHRs in the United States. Epic was the clear market leader, with the most wins in all but two categories. Oracle Health, which was created by Oracle’s…
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Over 30 organizations urged Congress to pass the Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act, which would update Medicare’s payment system for laboratory services. The current system is based on private market data, but significant…
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The American Hospital Association (AHA) and other national hospital groups have opposed a legislative provision that would reduce payments for drug administration services furnished in off-campus provider-based departments. The groups argue that the proposal…
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Epic has announced the inclusion of renowned health systems, including Mount Sinai, Mayo Clinic, and Kaiser, in its qualified health information network (QHIN) for the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA). These organizations…
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