The American Hospital Association (AHA) has raised concerns with a Homeland Security Subcommittee about potential access restrictions by Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. The AHA is urging increased congressional oversight of these plans, prioritizing prompt patient access,…
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Health informatics firm Pen CS has introduced a novel clinical audit tool, “The Risk of Hospitalization Report,” on its CAT platform. Using a predictive risk algorithm, the tool estimates the likelihood of unplanned hospital…
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State, local, territorial, and tribal jurisdictions have until June 30th to apply for grants of up to $500,000 per year for three years. These grants aim to implement interventions addressing social determinants of health…
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Hippocratic AI has launched with $50 million in seed funding for its healthcare-focused large language model. The California-based company, co-led by General Catalyst and Andreessen Horowitz, aims to improve patient care, reduce costs, and…
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The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) strongly supports the nomination of Dr. Monica Bertagnolli as director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). ASTRO commends her advocacy for research, innovation, and equity, particularly…
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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will implement the IRF Review Choice Demonstration, subjecting inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) to thorough claim reviews for at least six months. The American Hospital Association (AHA)…
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A bipartisan group of over 230 representatives is urging House leaders to prevent $8 billion in Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital payment cuts. They support H.R. 2665 as a solution to avoid severe consequences for…
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RSNA has updated its position statement on breast cancer screening, aligning with the ACR’s recommendation of annual mammography starting at age 40. The guidelines emphasize the importance of early detection and individual risk assessment….
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Despite the official end of the COVID-19 public health emergency, hospitals and healthcare systems continue to face significant challenges. Financial constraints, workforce shortages, and potential legislation threaten patient access to care. Proposed bills on…
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Despite the official end of the COVID-19 public health emergency, hospitals and healthcare systems continue to face significant challenges. Financial constraints, workforce shortages, and potential legislation threaten patient access to care. Proposed bills on…
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