Point32Health, the parent company of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, has confirmed that its commercial and Medicare Advantage Stride plans were hit by a ransomware attack. While no evidence protected health information was compromised, the…
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Mental health conditions are a significant global health issue. Research from the World Health Organisation indicates that almost 792 million people worldwide are affected by mental health disorders. It also highlights that one in…
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As a result of a ransomware attack affecting Harvard Pilgrim Health Care commercial and Medicare Advantage Stride plans, HPHC parent company Point32Health says it is waiving prior authorizations for most medical and behavioral health-covered…
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What You Should Know:A new analysis shows more than 21% of U.S. adults without access to a vehicle or public transit went without needed medical care last year. These individuals were significantly more likely to…
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The unprecedented expansion of telehealth and mental health care during the pandemic was a monumental shift for behavioral health care in more ways than one.
The flexibilities for behavioral health visits that resulted from the…
Welcome to the Digital Health Digest! In today's episode, we'll be covering the top digital health news stories from April that are driving innovation and shaping the future of healthcare. From partnerships and mergers…
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What You Should Know:The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and The Rockefeller Foundation are teaming up to expand Food is Medicine programs, from medically tailored meals to produce prescription programs, at key VA health care…
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About 70% of hospital IT pilots fail or face major challenges, according to research from the Standish Group. But it is very rare for hospitals to discuss these setbacks or share studies of implementations…
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By Jill McKeon April 20, 2023 – Massachusetts-based Point32Health, the parent of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan, posted a notice on its website regarding a “cybersecurity ransomware incident” that it discovered on…
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The agency recently posted new recommendations for AI developers who want to update their software as a medical device (SAMD). The document offers what we hope will be a less burdensome way to manage…
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