December 10th 2024
Physicians don’t need more data — they need smarter data.
December 6th 2024
For physicians, integrating GenAI without fully grasping its limitations could pose serious risks to patient care and professional integrity.
December 5th 2024
The cost-effectiveness of using AI-ECG is $27,858 per quality-adjusted life year, and it’s particularly cost-effective in outpatient settings.
The regulatory battle over compounded semaglutide and health effects on the heart are among latest developments involving GLP-1 RA drugs.
December 4th 2024
PCORI announces list of grants to support studies on patient-centered health care.
Transforming heart health: Expanding access with dedicated cardiac CT scanners
Addressing the rising demand for heart health solutions with affordable and efficient cardiac imaging.
Text messages can be ineffective as medication refill reminders
A study of more than 9,000 patients determined that text message reminders did not improve how regularly they refilled their medications after 12 months.
Medicine non-adherence can be solved at the point of prescribing - with the right tech
Patient challenges could be addressed at the time a provider writes a prescription - if providers and their staff are equipped with the right technology and information.
When it comes to critical medical decisions, AI is mostly guessing
Study found that AI struggles with understanding complex medical codes, even when specifically trained for medicine
Hearing health is key to overall health
New study linking hearing health with Parkinson’s disease highlights need for more hearing testing and treatment.
Improving patient outcomes and health care access in rural populations with patient engagement technology
Here are five key ways communication technology is enhancing health care in rural and underserved communities.
The growing impact of behavioral health platforms in meeting mental health care needs
Mental health treatment access is low while cost is high. Here’s what to know about digital solutions.
Experts urge safe implementation of AI in health care through new guidance
Guidance takes a pragmatic approach to managing AI systems in clinical practice
If tariffs go through, the cost of most medical devices will go up
With the majority of devices manufactured outside the U.S., any increase in tariffs is likely to drive up health care costs
Are telehealth visits for pediatric primary care associated with higher rates of health care utilization?
Telehealth visits are a useful vehicle for pediatric health care delivery, although they shouldn’t be a universal substitute for in-person visits, says new study.
From silos to synergy: Uniting health plan and EHR insights to drive success in value-based care
Here are three strategies to face the dual challenge of improving patient health while controlling costs.
Analysis of AI cognitive threshold identifies cost-efficient strategy for health care implementation
A study has identified a strategy for using AI models in health care, maintaining efficiency and reducing costs by 17 times.
AI’s role in reshaping revenue cycle management
Managing payment is a key factor working against medical practices. Here’s how artificial intelligence could relieve administrative burdens.
Can Chat GPT Plus prove its overall effectiveness in health care settings?
A study suggests that if health care professionals are better trained with AI than its potential to make care more effective could be in the near future.
Ransomware surge highlights critical cybersecurity gaps in health care
Ransomware activity in healthcare is reaching critical levels, and physicians need to take action to protect their practices and their reputations
New survey demonstrates physician support for AI solutions
A majority of surveyed physicians have already seen benefits of AI and believe in its continued improvement.
3 tools providers can adopt to boost patient satisfaction and collection rates
When providers adopt digital tools, they can deliver a better consumer experience that promotes greater patient satisfaction and increases the likelihood of prompt collections.
The 3 medical devices most likely to be hacked
Medical devices, particularly older ones, are common in any medical setting. But did you know that some of them can become gateways for hackers to access sensitive information?
What primary care physicians should know about NSR treatment
Clearing up misconceptions about neuro sympathetic reset and its role in managing chronic pain and emotional trauma.
Three out of four patients see U.S. health care as broken but optimistic about technology’s role, survey finds
Patients still want a human-centered connection with their health care providers
ACP suggestions for reducing physician burden from low-value EHR alerts
The ACP calls for reduction in low-value EHR alerts in a recent position statement.
Does telehealth lead to unnecessary care?
Study reveals surprising facts about telehealth and its effects on costs
Can AI-enabled medical charting increase revenue?
With so many AI solutions, how can physicians sort through the offerings to determine what will work best for their practice?
Beyond telemedicine: The role of distributed technology in enabling health care without borders
Distributed technology for provider credentialing and patient identification can increase access to health care around the globe.
Health care AI developer Suki announces $70M toward new and expanded programs
‘We are in a new phase of growth,’ CEO says, as clinicians take to voice-enabled artificial intelligence.
Adaptable AI model capable of performing various biomedical tasks
BiomedGPT analyzes medical text and images, capable of faster diagnoses, enhanced reporting and improved drug discovery.
Primary care delivery needs an upgrade
Both brick-and-mortar and virtual options are failing to meet the need
How to protect PPE supply in future public health emergencies
Stockpiling more imported disposable gowns is not the answer. Instead, follow the lead of NASEM and consider reusable personal protective equipment.
What physicians need to know about AI-driven patient motivation solutions
Artificial intelligence and personalized incentive structures are coming together to take pressure for treatment plan adherence off doctors’ shoulders.
Patients like being asked to share personal details they want physicians to know
Study suggests a way to use EHRs to develop relationship before patients arrive for an exam.